(WFRV) - In celebration of America Recycles Day, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the 13 winners of the 2024 Recycling Excellence Award. According to a Facebook post from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, these organizations are recognized for going above and beyond the state’s recycling requirements and making significant impacts in their communities. Sustainably Speaking: Reminders ahead of National Recycling Day The post says Wisconsin’s recycling law bans certain materials from the trash and supports a statewide recycling program and the state recycles around 400,000 tons of materials annually, including cardboard, office paper, and containers made of steel, aluminum, glass, and plastic. They also mention yard waste and electronics are banned from landfills and successfully diverted for recycling. The winners helped reduce landfill waste by recycling materials, such as food waste, furniture, and household hazardous waste. Their efforts played a vital role in saving valuable landfill space and promoting sustainability across Wisconsin. Click here to view the 2024 award categories and winners.