H-E-B: Marks Texas Recycles Day With FREE Nature Center Access

In the spirit of Texas Recycles Day, H-E-B champions environmental stewardship by offering free admission to select Texas nature centers. This initiative is part of their year-round effort to bolster recycling and sustainability practices.

On designated days in November, visitors can exchange a recyclable plastic item for free entry to participating centers, encouraging responsible disposal of plastic waste. H-E-B's dedication to the environment is evident in their Our Texas, Our Future program, aimed at preserving Texas' natural beauty for future generations.

H-E-B's partnership with Keep Texas Recycling and Keep Texas Beautiful illustrates their commitment to community sustainability. In 2023, they awarded $157,000 in grants to support local recycling programs, impacting over 340,000 residents.

Volunteerism is at the heart of H-E-B's ethos, with employees actively participating in local environmental events. Texas Recycles Day sees H-E-B collaborating with Unilever to construct a playground from recycled materials, demonstrating innovative reuse.

Schools across Texas benefit from H-E-B's recycling contest, with significant monetary rewards for winners to further their green initiatives. H-E-B's efforts extend to their product lines and in-store practices, with a remarkable 19 million pounds of plastic recycled in 2022 alone.

Field & Future by H-E-B stands out as an eco-conscious brand, with numerous products made from recycled materials. Additionally, H-E-B has joined the How2Recycle program, enhancing customer awareness on recycling procedures to minimize contamination.

H-E-B's environmental contributions surpass $20 million, supporting a range of conservation efforts. Their recent $1 million donation to Texas Parks cements their role as a key player in state-wide environmental engagement and preservation.

This initiative not only exemplifies H-E-B's environmental commitment but also fosters a recycling culture among Texans. The retailer's integrated approach to sustainability, from grants to hands-on community projects, sets a precedent for corporate responsibility in environmental conservation.

For more details and recycling tips, visit H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future website. Join H-E-B in making every day a Texas Recycles Day.

For more information, visit www.HEB.com