Big news for Collier County! We’ve achieved an incredible milestone by ranking third in the state of Florida for recycling—a feat made possible by the dedication and effort of our community. Your commitment to sustainability is helping to preserve our paradise for...
Where does my recycling go? All residential recycling that is collected at the curb is hauled to a Material Resource Facility (MRF) located in Miami. It is owned and operated by Waste Management of Florida, Inc. At the MRF, the material is sorted, baled, and shipped...
On America Recycles Day (November 15th), Collier County Solid Waste Division encouraged residents to recycle at local Recycling Drop-Off Centers. As a thank you for participating, visitors received a choice of a “Don’t Be Trashy” T-shirt or a “Preserve Our Paradise”...
Batteries, such as lithium batteries, can be hazardous for several reasons, primarily due to the chemicals and significant stored energy they contain, making them potential hazards at home if they’re not properly stored and disposed of. Proper disposal of batteries is...