Durham, N.C. – When Durham County residents recycle, more than 2,000 tons of waste is diverted from the landfill each year.  Unfortunately, many recyclables are tossed in the garbage or are unable to be recycled because they are not prepared properly for collection.  Since April 19, 2010, Durham County’s Annual Recycle and Win Program rewarded random residents for proper recycling practices at the curb.  Winners were given tickets to a Durham Bulls game at the beginning of August.

According to Brian Haynesworth, interim supervisor for the Solid Waste Division of the Durham County Department of General Services, “The Recycle and Win Program is a win- win scenario that helps the environment and increases the rate of participation of recycling in Durham County.” 

Residents can still be rewarded for their recycling until Tuesday, August 3.  Recycle and Win Program Directions and Rules can be found on the General Services’ Waste Reduction and Recycling Web site at http://recycle.durhamcountync.gov.   All winners will celebrate over an all-you-can-eat buffet at the 7 p.m. Durham Bulls games against the Indianapolis Indians on Friday, August 6.

For more information about the Recycle and Win Program, visit the General Services’ Waste Reduction and Recycling Web site or contact Brian Haynesworth at 919-560-0433 or via email at bhaynesworth@durhamcountync.gov.

About the Department of General Services:

The Durham County General Services Department oversees the solid waste management and recycling programs within Durham County.  Services include the operation of four solid waste convenience sites with recycling centers and the roadside collection of recyclables from County residents.  Recycling collection for the County is operated by TFC Recycling.