Green Ramsey - November 2024

Ramsey County, Minnesota sent this bulletin at 11/01/2024 09:14 AM CDT

An environmental health newsletter from Ramsey County.

November 2024

Myth-busting recycling

Recycling is not a myth in Ramsey County—it's real and it works. This America Recycles Day (Nov. 15), learn how to be an informed recycler.

Five ways to weatherize your home

As the cooler months settle in, consider these relatively cost-effective ways to weatherize your home. Weatherizing helps a home maintain temperature, conserve energy and save money on energy bills.

Help tackle holiday food insecurity

Approximately 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 5 children in Ramsey County are food insecure. This holiday season, consider how food insecurity impacts your community and help if you are able.

Make the biggest impact by consistently volunteering your time at a food shelf or free food site and providing cash donations. Monetary support makes it possible for providers to purchase culturally appropriate foods and hygiene items for their communities, often at a discount.

Learn more about food security initiatives at Ramsey County.

Consider the links between food waste and food insecurity. See tips for reducing food waste.

Ask EH: What can I do with plastic bags?

A: Do not put plastic bags and other plastic film in curbside recycling.

Collect plastic bags and other plastic film and bring them to a retailer that accepts them. Make sure bags are clean and dry.

Put plastic bags in the trash if you do not take them to a retailer that accepts them.

Do you have a question about recycling and disposal and can’t find the answer in our A to Z Green Guide? Call our Recycling & Disposal hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279) or send us a message.

Save the Food recipe of the month: Turkey bone and stuffing dumpling soup

Use up Thanksgiving leftovers with this turkey bone and stuffing dumpling soup recipe from Save the Food.

Good to know

There is no more mobile household hazardous waste collection this year. Bring household hazardous waste to the year-round site at Bay West.
There is no Fix-It Clinic in November. You can attend one of our partner clinics and we hope to see you next month!
The household hazardous waste collection site will close over Thanksgiving. The site will be closed Nov. 28 and 29. Yard waste sites will still be open on Nov. 29.

Pruning trees and shrubs

Ramsey County Master Gardeners
Wednesday, Nov. 20
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ramsey County Library - White Bear Lake
Learn more

Winter sowing

Ramsey County Master Gardeners
Tuesday, Nov. 26
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
Learn more

A to Z Recycling & Disposal Guide

Learn how to properly recycle or dispose of many items.

BizRecycling

BizRecycling helps businesses, non-profits, schools, apartment buildings and institutions in Ramsey and Washington counties reduce waste and recycle better. Learn more.

Recycling containers for events

Ramsey County's event container lending program is suspended until further notice. Many cities and Saint Paul district councils continue to lend out containers. Find a pick up location.

Radon

Radon is a naturally-occurring, radioactive gas. Two in five homes in Minnesota have high radon levels that can impact health. Ramsey County offers $2 radon tests to residents. Order a testing kit.

Gardening and landscaping

Learn more about eco-friendly gardening and landscaping from a Ramsey County Master Gardener. Learn more about eco-friendly gardening and landscaping.

Soil and Water Conservation

The Soil and Water Conservation Division maintains and enhances natural resources in Ramsey County. Learn what programs are taking place in your neighborhood.

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