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Have you ever wondered what happens to your trash and recycling after it's been picked up? Join a representative from Tare Market to tour the Recycling and Energy (R&E) Center and learn more about your local waste stream!
Tour Date: Thursday, August 21st at 11am.
About: All trash generated by individuals and businesses in Ramsey and Washington counties is delivered to the R&E Center, where waste is processed to recover recyclables and make fuel for electricity production. Tours highlight how the facility works and how waste is managed in the East Metro as well as how to better reduce, reuse and recycle.
Tour duration: Tours are typically 90 minutes.
Location: You will meet at the R&E Center at 100 Red Rock Rd, Newport MN 55055.
Closed-toe, flat-heel shoes or boots are required. No high heels or sandals allowed. Ankle-length pants and long-sleeved shirts are strongly recommended. A hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest will be provided. The tour requires walking, some of which is traversing materials like paper, cardboard, or broken glass. Attendees should be prepared for noise, dust, odors, climbing stairs, and walking outdoors.
Your tour fee of $5 helps Tare Market cover the cost of organizing this event.
More information will be sent prior to the tour date via email.