For State Employees:  How to Recycle

Sort waste paper into five different classifications:

• White Paper
• Mixed Paper
• Newspaper
• Corrugated Boxes
• Trash

Proper sorting takes just a little organization and attention.  Everyone should have two recycling bins close to their work area.  Use any container - even recycle a box.  Affix a White Office Paper label to one container, and use this to discard solid white paper.  Place a Mixed Office Paper label on the other, and use to discard all color, glossy, and white paper with gummed labels or envelopes with windows. 

In addition to these two recycling bins, each office should have a common area to collect newspapers and corrugated boxes.  Paper contaminated by food or oil should be placed in the trash. 

Assistance
For specific questions with recycling in DMB-managed buildings, contact the facility manager.  For guidance in non-DMB- managed office buildings, contact the facility manager.  For assistance with the state's recycling vendor, contact the DMB Customer Service Center at 517-373-6227 or email DMB-CustomerService@Michigan.gov.

If you are interested in learning about recycling opportunities outside of state office buildings, the Department of Environmental Quality Recycling site offers a comprehensive list of information and resources for families and businesses.