The City of Houston began rolling out automated recycling, which utilizes a 96-gallon cart and a truck with an electronic arm, nearly five years ago.
However, as a result of funding issues, the program hasn’t been available to everyone in the city — until now.
This story originally aired on PBS NewsHour Weekend on Sunday, Feb. 22. PBS NewsHour Weekend airs Saturdays and Sundays at 6 p.m. on TV 8.