Have You Seen the Exchange Gallery?
From time-to-time we have had some amazing artworks and collectables [...]
Where Does Our E-waste Go?
We were asked recently where the electronics recycling for Orcas [...]
What Contaminates a Load of Mixed Recycling?
Last month we focused on how plastic bags, sheets, packing [...]
Recycling Tip: The Scoop On Recycling Plastic Film
For more than a year ORS has been encouraging folks [...]
Consider The Exchange When Making Life Changes
Transitions in life can be difficult. Whether it’s a move, [...]
Compost Inspiration
Greetings Composters! April's sunny skies have a lot of us [...]
Exchange in The Seattle Times!
Thanks to Orcas art teacher Brook Meinhardt and her “Art [...]
Recognition by Zero Waste Washington
In 2020, Orcas Island Recycling Services/The Exchange was recognized by [...]
A (not so short) History of Compost
Prehistoric farmers discovered that manure from their domesticated animals - [...]
What’s Wrong with this Photo?
A photo taken earlier this month at the recycling wall [...]