Recycling bin
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This article is about containers used for recycling. For the desktop metaphor used in Windows, see Recycle Bin.
A recycling bin (or recycle bin) is a container used to hold recyclables before they are taken to recycling centers. Recycling bins exist in various sizes for use in homes, offices, and large public facilities. Separate containers are often provided for paper, tin or aluminum cans, and glass or plastic bottles.
Many recycling bins are designed to be easily recognisable, and are marked with slogans promoting recycling on a blue or green background. Others are intentionally unobtrusive.
Recycling bins are a common element of municipal kerbside collection programs, which frequently distribute the bins to encourage participation.
