All Divisions of Recycle Ann Arbor will be closed on Monday, May 29th, to observe Memorial Day. Curbside Recycle Carts will be delayed by one day through Saturday.
Recycling Tip for Better Results: Food Waste and Fall Leaves
The chill of November often brings to mind the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and the end of the growing season in Michigan. In this month, food waste and fall leaves (yard waste) abound! It's important to remember that food waste and yard waste are different waste streams than recycling, and should be handled differently during disposal. Why can’t I put food waste or yard waste into the recycling bin? Food waste and yard waste are…
Other Communities are Giving up on Glass Recycling: Here’s Why We’re Not
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Revitalizing Ann Arbor's Recycling Program
Almost 50 years since the birth of the modern environmental movement, and the inception of Ann Arbor's first recycling program in the early 1970s, our movement, and our recycling program are ready for a rebirth. In the… read more
How to Host a Low Waste Summer Party
Plan ahead to host a zero waste party by: Reducing waste and the use of disposables. Choosing reusable options as much as possible. Only using disposables that are locally recyclable and compostable. … read more
Spring Cleaning - The right way to get rid of your things and green cleaning
Spring seems to be a time of reawakening not only with the emerging critters and plants but also in our own lives. There is a sense of refreshment leading people to become more active both outdoors and indoors. You know… read more
Recycle Ann Arbor Holiday Hours
Recycle Ann Arbor Recovery Yard and Drop Off Station will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th. All divisions closed Christmas, Dec. 25th. Friday Curbside Recycling collection will be delayed one day and collected… read more