Asheville Greenworks Home

Buncombe Green: Growing Greener Together

July 21, 2010

Is it really safe to re-use a plastic water bottle? Buncombe Green, a new mini-site created by Buncombe County, busts some myths:

You can safely reuse #1 PET or #2 HDPE bottles, as long as you remember to wash them thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any germs and bacteria from their previous use.

Visit the site for more information on how small steps to reduce, reuse and recycle can have a big impact on your local environment.