Kick your camping ⛺ and outdoor adventure 🛶 season off right by choosing a reusable 1 lb. propane cylinder through a participating ReFuel Your Fun Program retailer!
| Avoid Single-Use 1 lb. Propane Cylinders | Choose Reusable 1lb. Propane Cylinders | |
| 🚨 Safety | ❌”Empty” single-use 1 lb. propane containers often contain a small amount of flammable gas, posing a danger to sanitation workers | ✅Sanitation workers receive fewer cylinders to process, reducing risks of explosion and fire |
| 🚛 Waste Reduction & Durability | ❌ Limited, expensive recycling and disposal options ❌ Empty cylinders often discarded improperly ❌ Not safe to refill after one use ❌ No exchange options | ✅Can be refilled hundreds of times for up to 10 years ✅Can be exchanged for a full 1 lb. propane cylinder if not refilled (at participating locations) |
| 💲 Cost-Effective | ❌ Cheaper up front (~$7) ❌ Expensive for facilities, recyclers, and parks to safely dispose of | ✅Slightly more expensive up front (~$20), but less expensive after just a few uses (~$2 per refill) ✅Some locations (like Sports Basement) offer free refills for reusable cylinders purchased through them |
To find out how to safely dispose of your single-use 1 lb. propane cylinders visit the ReFuel Your Fun (RFYF) website.
Are you a business looking to be more sustainable? Here are three ways to get involved with RFYF:
- Sell, exchange, and/or refill reusable 1 lb. propane cylinders. 🏪
- Promote reusables with free shelf talkers, flyers, and stickers provided by Environmental Health Services. 📄
- Host a RFYF exchange or promotional event. ⛺
For more information about the RFYF Program visit smchealth.org/refuel or contact the program coordinator Emilie Dirck at 📧 edirck@smcgov.org, 📲 (650) 464-7079, or book an appointment for a site visit consultation.
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