Let’s Talk Recycling Q&A | City of Long Beach | Long Beach Recycles

City of Long Beach Waste Diversion and Recycling Analyst, Christy Serrano, answers some questions and addresses common misconceptions about recycling in Long Beach. For more information on recycling and waste reduction, visit https://longbeach.gov/lbrecycles or follow us @LBRecycles on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Timestamps: 0:25 Q: Why do some plastic bags have recycling symbols on them, if they aren't actually recyclable? 1:10 Q: How should I recycle cardboard boxes? Is it okay to leave the tape and labels on? 1:30 Q: What should I do with coffee cups that are paper, but lined with plastic? 1:57 Q: How clean do my recyclables actually need to be? Learn more about recycling and waste reduction: https://longbeach.gov/lbrecycles View the City’s Recycling Guidelines for what can and cannot be recycled in Long Beach: https://longbeach.gov/lbrecycles/recy... Register for a free Recycle Right LB Workshop: https://www.longbeach.gov/lbrecycles/... Follow @LBRecycles on social media: Facebook:   / lbrecycles   Twitter:   / lbrecycles   Instagram:   / lbrecycles   #lbrecycles #longbeachrecycles #recycling #longbeach #reducereuserecycle #reduce #reuse #recycle #publicworks #longbeachcity #environment #guidelines #recyclables #recyclerightlb #plasticsrecycling #sustainability #ecofriendly