The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection is encouraging local governments and organizations to use social media to remind the public of the importance of keeping the recycling stream free of nonrecyclable items. Through “Recycle Right NJ,” the DEP provides state entities with 20 social media posts – for use on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – that emphasize putting only acceptable materials in curbside recycling bins.

“This social media campaign is another valuable tool that county and municipal recycling programs can use to eliminate…