Dear Eco-Monkey: Which scrap metal objects can go in the curbside recycling bin? Are there size limits or other guidelines for recycling scrap metal at facilities that accept scrap metal? What about small objects such as old tools (pliers)? Can sharp objects (knives and scissors) be recycled? Or smaller objects like nails?

Thanks, Len

Dear Len: Recycling metal is one of the best wins in the recycling world. Making new products from recycled metal uses far less energy than mining and refining ore, and it creates a steady, domestic supply of steel, aluminum, copper and other valuable metals. Every time we keep metal out of the landfill, we’re conserving natural resources, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and supporting jobs in recycling.

That said, not all metal goes in the same place. He

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