Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is acceptable and unacceptable in
the High Grade Office Paper Recycling Program?
A: Basically, all white paper is acceptable. Those
materials which are listed as “unacceptable” must be omitted.
- white legal pad sheets
- all computer paper
- white copy paper
- white memo pad
sheets
- staples
- colored paper
- carbon paper
- food wrappers
- tissues, napkins, paper towels
- magazines & newspapers
- NCR paper
- photographic paper
- envelopes with windows
Q: What is acceptable and unacceptable in
the Mixed Paper Recycling Program?
A: The following is a list of acceptable and unacceptable materials:
- white legal pad sheets
- all computer paper
- white Copy Paper
- white memo pad sheets
- glossy or coated paper
- Post-it notes
- colored paper
- food wrappers
- tissues, napkins, paper towels
- NCR paper
- photographic paper
Q: What happens to this paper after it is collected by World Recycling Company?
A: World Recycling Company sorts and organizes the paper, then sells it to a paper mill
which reprocesses it into new office paper. If cellophane of claycoated paper, like that used in magazines, gets mixed
in, it causes lumps to form creating an inferior and insoluble product. Too many contaminates means that the paper
cannot be recycled and ends up in a landfill. It is possible to recycle this paper into other products, but, at
present, it is not to be mixed in with the paper collected in our High Grade Program.
Q: Does it matter what color the ink is on the white paper?
A:No. The paper is washed to remove the ink and new white paper is produced.
Q: Does World Recycling Company accept any recyclable products other than paper?
A: World Recycling will accept the following in addition to office paper:
- glass
- aluminum plates
Q: What fees are associated with a recycling
program?
A: The World Recycling collection boxes are provided at a small fee.
While smaller offices may incur a nominal change for service, typical
large producing buildings will incur no service fees.
Q: Does World Recycling Company provide residential service?
A: At this time, World Recycling Company services commercial and industrial accounts only.
Q: Does World Recycling handle waste from printing?
A: Yes. World Recycling does handle printing waste. Accounts producing large volumes will be compensated.
Q: How will World Recycling pick up our recycling?
A: World Recycling can provide your office
building with toters, carts, gaylords, and, for large industrial producers,
trailers for your company, which will be removed at scheduled interviews.