Are you recycling right in Virginia? Experts say common mistakes are widespread

Are you recycling right in Virginia? Experts say common mistakes are widespread

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Recycling is second nature for many Central Virginians, but local experts say common misunderstandings are leading to widespread mistakes. Officials and waste management experts said recycling habits can often differ from what can actually be processed. A common misconception is that most household items can be replaced as long as they are placed in the bin, leading to "wish-cycling," or tossing in items that are not nece…