Turns out it doesn’t have to be in a bucket at the curb to be fair game in recycling. I’m betting you’ll find something in this list that you recently threw in the trash. I did.
Here is the first 6. See the rest at Co-op America.
1.  Appliances: Goodwill accepts working appliances, www.goodwill.org, or you can contact the Steel Recycling Institute to recycle them. 800/YES-1-CAN, www.recycle-steel.org.
2.  Batteries: Rechargeables and single-use: Battery Solutions, 734/467-9110,www.batteryrecycling.com.
3.  Cardboard boxes: Contact local nonprofits and women’s shelters to see if theycan use them. Or, offer up used cardboard boxes …