KENNER, La. — Walmart says it is providing another option for people wanting to recycle in the New Orleans metro area.
The company announced that three stores in south Louisiana – in Kenner, Hammond and Ponchatoula, will have large recycling units where people can bring recyclable goods.
The locations include:
- Kenner Supercenter, 300 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065
- Hammond Supercenter, 2799 W Thomas St., Hammond, LA 70401
- Ponchatoula Supercenter, 1331 Hwy 51 Ponchatoula, LA 70454
The company said it will accept aluminum, clear plastic containers, home cleaning and beauty bottles, plastic bags and rigid plastic food packaging.
“Walmart aims to recycle eligible materials to the maximum extent practicable and accepts all brands of packaging, regardless of where it was purchased, according to a company spokesperson.
How it works:
- Customers can find a local Community Recycling Unit and verify what items are accepted here.
- Customers collect and sort acceptable recyclable items, ensuring all liquid, food and other contaminants are removed before dropping them off.
- Customers drop off their recyclable items at the Community Recycling Units, which are clearly marked and accessible to customers in store parking lots.
- Instructions are provided on the Community Recycling Unit, including which items need to be deposited in each bin.
“We are working to continuously improve our efforts to help with plastic reduction and recycling strategies that benefit the broader community," said Suzanne Cole, senior manager of Sustainability Strategic Initiatives.
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