The Forks

We all know the 3 R’s (Reduce Reuse Recycle), but did you know that along the R-Ladder Recycling is in 8th place? Our energies are focused on the 7 steps before recycling, but we do recycle cardboard, glass, aluminum, and more on-site.  

Our Target Zero recycling strategy is under constant review. In response to research, results from our waste audits, and consultations with sustainability leaders, we are taking a holistic approach to recycling, with an emphasis on Refusing(R0), Rethinking (R1) and Reducing(R2). 

Some of our recycling initiatives include: 

• Introducing reusable service ware for food service tenants and building a central dish washing station and have a Single Use Plastic ban in effect for plastic cutlery and containers, in line with incoming Federal legislations 

• Implementing sorting stations staffed by Forks personnel to recover post-consumer organic waste and reduce contamination in recyclables 

• Installing a cardboard bailer to compact carboard packaging for recycling markets 

• Recovering waste vegetable oil and processing it for use as fuel in Forks machinery 

If you’re unsure of whether an item is recyclable, compostable or destined for the landfill; the staff behind the sorting stations have you covered!

The sorting stations located behind The Common Bar and on The Common Patio are the key to our successful recycling program. As market demands shift, and technologies become available, our trained personnel at the sorting stations eliminate the confusion of what is, or is not recyclable at The Forks. If you would like to help, simply bring your waste to one of the sorting stations and we will take care of the rest.