What is typically considered trash transforms into high fashion during a Tampa event in honor of America Recycles Day.

Although the local government isn’t making any moves toward improvement, people are concerned about the possibly toxic water they’re bathing in, cooking with and drinking.

Each city has different ways to encourage citizens to recycle, so it may be a bit confusing if you’re new to the area or decide you want to start recycling, but here are a few ways Tampa has made it easy for you to get involved.