‘Tis the Season – For Rumpke’s Holiday Recycling Do’s and Don’ts

Rumpke’s Recycling Naughty & Nice List

COLUMBUS, Ohio–December 12, 2025—The winter holidays are always a time of fun, good cheer and plenty of gift giving. But what happens as all the holiday festivities wrap up?

From Thanksgiving to New Years, the average household’s waste increases by as much as 25%. Old items we replace, wrapping paper and tons of packaging material are all tossed into the trash.

By recycling some of these items and making more sustainable choices, we can reduce unnecessary waste. And the best gift of all? You’re helping save critical natural resources that our environment and ecosystems need to thrive for future generations to come.

Don’t be a naughty “wish-cycler” during the holiday season. Know before you throw and review Rumpke’s Recycling Naughty & Nice List be