Recycling

2006 Recycling Directory “Recycle Today for a Better Tomorrow” is online! You can download 1 page or the entire 24-page directory.		NEW A - Z GUIDE For even more recycling and reuse options, check the handy new A to Z Recycling and Disposal Guide.

Why Recycle?
It is vital to recycle and reduce waste here in Pinellas County because we have only one landfill. Recycling is also important for social, economic, and environmental reasons. Did you know that over 70% of the waste in Pinellas County could be recycled? Recycling, along with waste reduction and waste diversion programs, plays an essential role in conserving landfill space and sustaining our solid waste management system.

Curbside and Drop-Off Recycling
In Pinellas County, all citizens have access to recycling through curbside or drop-off programs for items such as aluminum, cardboard, glass, newspaper, mixed paper, plastic, steel, and yard waste. See our handy listing of recycling programs by neighborhood for a one-page summary of local recycling programs. You can also view a map showing area recycling opportunities (click on “Information About Your Property” in the center blue box).

Used Motor Oil Recycling Attention, do-it-yourself oil changers, the County has a used motor oil recycling program. You can take used motor oil to any of over 40 locations (such as Autozone or Advance Auto Parts stores) to be recycled. Recycling used motor oil helps protect our environment from pollution and decreases our dependence on foreign oil supplies.

Yard Waste Recycling
Through the yard waste recycling program, leaves, branches, and other forms of yard waste are processed into mulch that is available to the public free of charge. Pinellas County recycles over 100,000 tons of yard waste each year. There are 20 free mulch sites located around the County.

Electronics and Chemical Recycling
The electronics and chemical recycling program provides a free, safe way to recycle harmful waste such as batteries, pesticides, or old computers. Residents can transport waste to the Household Electronics and Chemical Collection Center (HEC3) or to a mobile collection event in their area. Residents can swap products such as paint and cleansers at the Swap Shop.

Demolition and Construction Debris Recycling
The Pinellas County reef construction program is an innovative way to recycle demolition and construction debris such as old bridges or boats. Clean concrete and steel debris are used to construct artificial reefs. These underwater reefs create valuable habitats for fish and other sea life, which in turn benefits fishermen and divers.

Business Recycling
An integral part of Pinellas County’s recycling program is business recycling. County staff will help businesses save money by implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives. Staff will conduct free waste audits for businesses or non-profit organizations. Collection events are provided for businesses with hazardous waste.

School Paper Recycling
Teachers and students can now participate in the County’s school paper recycling program. Pinellas County has bins available to all public schools. Currently, 140 schools and offices are participating. Some schools recycle white paper only, while others recycle mixed paper. Recycling paper at school saves resources and encourages children to make recycling a habit.

Buying Recycled Products Recycling only works when you buy products made with recycled materials. This "closes the loop" between simply collecting recyclables and actually recycling them by creating markets for the materials. Products commonly made with recycled materials include paper, plastic lumber, toilet paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and steel cans. Look for "made with recycled materials" or "made with post-consumer materials" on the products you buy.

Park bench made from recycled plastic milk jugs.

Recycle Regatta Rules the Waves
A total of 170 students and 54 boats competed in the Recycle Regatta races on Saturday, April 30th. The boats made of recycled materials were so unique that creativity, luck, and good humor took precedence over winning.
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