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Waste Reduction & Recycling
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Business Recycling
Find resources and assistance on recycling as a business. Our staff is happy to work with organizations to improve recycling and waste reduction rates!
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Composting
Find composting basics, how to compost, and learn how to become a master composter.
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Home Recycling Resources
Most areas of Washtenaw County offer some form of recycling services. Please contact your municipal office for the most up-to-date information on what is available to residents in your area.
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Home Toxics
The Home Toxics Reduction Program provides Washtenaw County residents with a disposal option for flammable, poisonous, toxic and corrosive materials.
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School Recycling Program
Recycling is an important part of our community. See how we're implementing recycling programs into our schools.
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Solid Waste Planning
The Washtenaw County Solid Waste Management System consists of collection, transfer, processing and disposal facilities. The network of system facilities are utilized to support "enhanced waste prevention, reduction, and recycling, composting and sanitary landfill service."
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Trash to Treasure Guide
"Turning Trash into Treasure" is a directory of facilities that will reuse or recycle many of your household items. Use this guide to determine where you can recycle, dispose of, donate, and purchase used products in Washtenaw County.
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Waste Knot Program
Waste Knot is a collection of businesses, schools, government agencies, and non-profit organizations committed to reducing waste and protecting the environment.
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Waste Reduction Sponsorships
Waste Reduction Sponsorships are available for organizations to advance the goals of Washtenaw County's 2017 Solid Waste Plan through projects that increase organizational capacity to reduce or redirect waste.
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ZeroWaste Washtenaw (Event Recycling & Composting)
Washtenaw County's Solid Waste Division offers resources and education to implement composting and recycling at special events in the community through the Zero Waste Washtenaw program!
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County Clean-Up Days
Environmental Clean-up Days provide Washtenaw County residents with the opportunity to dispose of many unwanted household items in a safe and sustainable manner, including home toxics, electronics, appliances, and more.