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Recycling from A to Z
Aluminum Recycling
EPA’s link to organizations committed to metal recycling (e.g., aluminum) as well as information regarding aluminum recycling and statistics.
The Aluminum Association, Inc., is the trade association for producers of primary aluminum, aluminum recyclers, and producers of semi-fabricated aluminum products. It serves as a resource for aluminum recycling programs.
The Curbside Value Partnership works with communities to educate residents, increase participation, and increase recycling rates. Primarily a resource for cities, waste haulers, and material recovery facilities (MRFs).
Provides numerous links, programs and resources for aluminum recycling as well as fact sheets and a kids section.
A site sponsored by America’s beverage companies to encourage container recycling and promote the recycling message.
Artwork and Outreach Materials
The Curbside Value Partnership works with communities to educate residents and encourage participation in recycling programs in order to increase recycling rates; it is primarily a resource for cities, waste haulers, and material recovery facilities (MRFs). Communications templates, including flyers, brochures, magnets, and signage are available for use through this site.
Earth 911’s Recycling PSA Clearinghouse
Earth 911 partners with communities and organizations across the country to share public service announcements (PSAs) on a variety of environmental topics so that all local communities have the opportunity to promote environmental messages on local radio and television.Access numerous PSAs through the multimedia PSA library.
RE3 Recycling – Promotional Materials
Promotional materials are available for download, such as designs and patterns for shirts, stickers, and posters from RE3, which is a program developed by the North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance dedicated to boosting participation in local recycling programs.
North Carolina’s RE3 program has free clip art of recyclables such as bottles, cans, paper products, and some of the products into which they can be recycled.
Recycle Guys – Promotional Materials
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling has set up partnerships with other state environmental agencies, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 4, and America Recycles Day, Inc., and granted permission to adopt the Office's national award-winning campaign.
Recycle Guys – Posters and Fact Sheets
Award-winning Recycle Guys posters and fact sheets are available for download in PDF format from the South Carolina DHEC Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling.
Batteries
EPA’s link to organizations committed to battery recycling as well as information regarding battery recycling, disposal regulations, and various statistics.
Provides numerous links, programs, and resources for battery recycling as well as fact sheets.
Inform, Inc. – Battery Information
INFORM, Inc., is an independent research organization that examines the effects of business practices on the environment and on human health. It is an all-in-one source for useful information, including battery facts, statistics, and waste prevention strategies.
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC)
RBRC’s Charge Up to Recycle!® program offers tools to communities and public agencies to implement a simple, no-cost recycling plan.A listing of nationwide retailers by zip code offering drop-off points for battery recycling can be found here.
Beneficial Use
EPA - Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC)
Efficient materials management is one RCC priority.RCC seeks to have the entities that produce waste reduce the waste at its source, promote recycling of the waste, and encourage beneficial reuse of the waste in an environmentally sound manner.
Construction and Demolition Debris
Business Recycling
EPA Region 4 – Business Recycling
Resources for businesses in the southeast interested in increasing their waste reduction practices.
Buy Recycled
EPA – Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPGs)
All you need to know about the CPGs and EPA's Recovered Materials Advisory Notices (RMANs), which recommend recycled-content levels for CPG items.
A resource for consumers to learn about reduction and reuse opportunities by month or topic.
EPA – Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP)
EPA’s one stop shop for EPP tools and resources.
Organization committed to encouraging Americans to recycle and purchase recycled materials and products.
Provides numerous links and resources for environmentally-friendly shopping.
Carpet Recycling
Information and guidelines about carpet manufacturing and the importance of collecting and recycling used carpet.
Information and guidelines about textile manufacturing and the importance of collecting and recycling used carpet.
Information on the process of producing carpet from recycled plastic bottles.
Christmas Tree Recycling
In partnership with the National Christmas Tree Association, Earth 911 features resources for Christmas tree recycling as well as additional information on where to recycle and donate items, helpful links for reducing and reusing, and a press area with great public service announcements to help Make Every Day Earth Day during the holiday season.
National Christmas Tree Association
Provides a zip code search option to find tree recycling programs in your area.
Climate Change and Recycling
A resource for fact sheets on the link between climate change and solid waste.
EPA – Global Warming Information
EPA and its partners have developed several tools to help individuals and organizations determine the greenhouse gas (GHG) impact of their purchasing, manufacturing, and waste management actions. Primarily for large-scale organizations, governments, and businesses.
This publication, made available through WasteWise, provides insight on the global warming issue and possible solutions.
Describes the Zero Waste Movement, climate change, and the need to recycle.
Clip Art
The Curbside Value Partnership works with communities to educate residents and encourage participation in recycling programs in order to increase recycling rates; it is primarily a resource for cities, waste haulers and material recovery facilities (MRFs). Communications templates, including flyers, brochures, magnets, and signage, are available for use through this site.
Earth 911’s Recycling PSA Clearinghouse
Earth 911 partners with communities and organizations across the country to share public service announcements (PSAs) on a variety of environmental topics so that all local communities have the opportunity to promote environmental messages on local radio and television.Access numerous PSAs through the multimedia PSA library.
RE3 Recycling – Promotional Materials
Promotional materials are available for download, such as designs and patterns for shirts, stickers, and posters from RE3, which is a program developed by the North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance.
North Carolina’s RE3 program has free clip art of recyclables such as bottles, cans, paper products, and some of the products into which they can be recycled.
Recycle Guys – Promotional Materials
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling has set up partnerships with other state environmental agencies, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 4, and America Recycles Day, Inc., and granted permission to adopt the Office's national award-winning campaign.
Recycle Guys – Posters and Fact Sheets
Award-winning Recycle Guys posters and fact sheets are available for download in PDF format from the South Carolina DHEC Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling.
EPA – Coal Combustion Product Partnership (C2P2)
The Coal Combustion Products Partnership (C2P2) program is a cooperative effort between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, American Coal Ash Association, Utility Solid Waste Activities Group, U.S. Department of Energy, and U.S. Federal Highway Administration to help promote the beneficial use of Coal Combustion Products (CCPs) and the environmental benefits that result from their use.
The American Coal Ash Association is a not-for profit organization that promotes the beneficial use of coal combustion products.
The U.S. Department of Energy is a member of the Coal Combustion Products Partnership.
Federal Highway Administration
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration is a member of the Coal Combustion Products Partnership.
Utility Solid Waste Activities Group
Utility Solid Waste Activities Group provides comprehensive, knowledgeable, and experienced legal and technical resources on utility solid waste management issues.
Composting
Lists southeastern state resources for composting information.
Information pertaining to the use of composting as a solution to organic wastes.
EPA information for procuring agencies regarding recommended recovered material content.
The latest research on composting process control and end product quality.
The Composting Council is involved in research, public education, composting and compost standards, expansion of compost markets, and the enlistment of public support.
Provides information on how and where to compost, the benefits of composting, and natural lawncare management for your home.
Provides tips and instructions for all types of home composting.
Computer Recycling
Information on managing computer recycling, electronic wastes, and eCycling in the Southeast. EPEAT is a new web-based tool that makes it easy for purchasers to identify "green" computers and allows manufacturers to secure market recognition for reducing environmental impacts of their products.
Information on managing electronic wastes and eCycling, including relevant regulations and Frequently Asked Questions.
Information on promoting and practicing environmental stewardship for electronic products.
An introduction to EPA’s Plug-in to eCycling Campaign.
Provides relevant information and resources on computer and electronics recycling to ensure that these products do not enter the landfill.
Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
The Consumer Education Initiative (CEI) is a program developed by the Environmental Issues Council of EIA. Its purpose is to inform consumers about recycling and reuse opportunities for used electronics.
Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool
This is a tool for evaluating the environmental performance of electronic products throughout their life cycle. The tool was developed to meet the growing demand by large institutional purchasers to buy greener electronic products.
National Center for Electronics Recycling (NCER)
NCER is a newly formed non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to coordinate the plethora of initiatives targeting the recycling of end-of-life electronics in the United States.
Product Stewardship Institute (PSI)
PSI works with state and local government agencies to partner with manufacturers, retailers, environmental groups, federal agencies and other key stakeholders to reduce the health and environmental impacts of consumer products.
Construction and Demolition Debris
EPA Region 4 – Home Construction Debris
Information on regional initiatives and case studies as well as state links to construction and debris recycling resources.
EPA – Construction and Demolition Debris
Comprehensive web resource for information pertaining to construction and demolition debris reduction and recycling.
EPA – Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling By Type
Provides a comprehensive listing of recycling resources for various types of non-hazardous construction debris.
EPA – Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Publications
A compilation of U.S. publications pertaining to construction and demolition debris recycling.
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
ISRI is the voice of the scrap recycling industry.
Recycling Construction & Demolition WastesA PDF guide for architects and contractors interested in recycling construction and demolition materials.
Curbside Recycling
The Curbside Value Partnership works with communities to educate residents and encourage participation in recycling in order to increase recycling rates. Primarily a resource for cities, waste haulers and material recovery facilities (MRFs).
Earth 911 – Curbside Recycling
Provides facts sheets as well as numerous links, programs, and resources for curbside recycling.
Deconstruction
Building Material Reuse Association (BMRA)
The BMRA is a non-profit educational organization whose mission is to facilitate building deconstruction and the reuse/recycling of recovered building materials.
Directory of Wood-Framed Building Deconstruction and Reused Building
Materials Companies
This is a directory of companies involved in wood-framed building deconstruction, dismantling, and reused building materials, with an emphasis on those that use, resell, and/or re-manufacture salvaged wood.Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
ISRI is the voice of the scrap recycling industry.
Penn State Hamer Center for Community Design
The mission of the HamerCenter is to promote public interest art, architecture, and design by supporting collaborative research projects, facilitating dialogue between the academic and practitioner communities, and recognizing excellence in planning and design from an international perspective.University of Florida Powell Center for Construction and Environment
The Powell Center for Construction and Environment is primarily a research organization dedicated to the resolution of environmental problems associated with planning and architecture activities and the determination of optimum materials and methods for use in minimizing environmental damage.Construction and demolition debris
Earth 911
Earth 911 is an all-in-one resource for recycling entities by zip code. Provides numerous links, programs and resources for recycling as well as fact sheets and a kids section on most topics.
Economic Impact
Recycling Economic Information Study Project
The homepage for EPA’s assessment of the U.S. Recycling Economic Information Study, its findings, and the implications for ongoing outreach opportunities. This Fact Sheet provides an overview of the economic benefits and the economic opportunities of recycling in the Southeast.
Recycling Economic Information Study Results
Key findings regarding the impact of the recycling and reuse industry in the United States.
Access to an online report regarding North Carolina’s economy and the impact of recycling.This is a resource provided by the North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance.
Electronics and eCycling
Information on managing computer recycling, electronic wastes, and eCycling in the Southeast. EPEAT is a new web-based tool that makes it easy for purchasers to identify "green" computers and allows manufacturers to secure market recognition for reducing environmental impacts of their products.
Information on managing electronic wastes and eCycling, including relevant regulations and Frequently Asked Questions.
Information on promoting and practicing environmental stewardship for electronic products.
An introduction to EPA’s Plug-in to eCycling Campaign.
Provides relevant information and resources on computer and electronics recycling to ensure that these products do not enter the landfill.
Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
The Consumer Education Initiative (CEI) is a program developed by the Environmental Issues Council of EIA. Its purpose is to inform consumers about recycling and reuse opportunities for used electronics.
Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool
This is a tool for evaluating the environmental performance of electronic products throughout their life cycle. The tool was developed to meet the growing demand by large institutional purchasers to buy greener electronic products.
National Center for Electronics Recycling (NCER)
NCER is a newly formed non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to coordinate the plethora of initiatives targeting the recycling of end-of-life electronics in the United States.
Product Stewardship Institute (PSI)
PSI works with state and local government agencies to partner with manufacturers, retailers, environmental groups, federal agencies, and other key stakeholders to reduce the health and environmental impacts of consumer products.
Food Waste
Lists southeastern state resources for composting information.
Information pertaining to the use of composting as a solution to organic wastes.
EPA information for procuring agencies regarding recommended recovered material content.
The latest research on composting process control and end product quality.
The Composting Council is involved in research, public education, composting and compost standards, expansion of compost markets, and the enlistment of public support.
Provides information on how and where to compost, the benefits of composting, and natural lawn care management for your home.
Provides tips and instructions for all types of home composting.
EPA – Industrial Reuse of Foundry Sand
EPA Sector Strategies is working with the American Foundry Society to increase reuse of foundry sand.
American Foundry Society (AFS)
AFS assists foundry companies to effectively and efficiently manage production operations.Foundry Industry Recycling Starts Today (FIRST)
FIRST works to develop markets for foundry by-products.Frequently Asked Questions
This site will help those wondering where to find materials to help support local recycling efforts or who just want to know more about recycling.
Green Building
Environmentally friendly building techniques such as Green Roofs have many benefits such as reducing the urban heat island effect and storm-water runoff.
Glass
The glass in many items, from your soda bottle to your computer, can be recycled over and over while retaining its strength.
Glass Packaging Institute website is a one-stop resource for the latest news, trends and other helpful information about glass packaging
Global Warming
A resource for fact sheets on the link between climate change and solid waste.
Click on the following link for climate change effects of solid waste management.
EPA – Global Warming Information
EPA and its partners have developed several tools to help individuals and organizations determine the greenhouse gas (GHG) impact of their purchasing, manufacturing and waste management actions. Primarily for large-scale organizations, governments, and businesses.
This publication, made available through WasteWise, provides insight on the global warming issue and possible solutions.
Describes the Zero Waste Movement, climate change, and the need to recycle.
Grants
All federal agencies are required to post grant notifications to this site.Funding is available for local and state governments and non-profits.
Gypsum Board Recycling
EPA – Debris Recycling By Type
Provides a comprehensive listing of recycling resources for various types of non-hazardous construction debris.
HDPE
Information on plastics recycling and the organizations dedicated to it.
Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
This Web site has been prepared to assist plastic bottle designers, fabricators and packaging decision-makers in constructing bottles for a wide range of specific product applications that are also compatible with the broadest range of recycling.
Information on plastics and the environment.Plastics Resource is part of the American Plastics Council and works with businesses and communities to promote plastic recycling opportunities.Includes a description of plastic resin codes.
A site sponsored by America’s beverage companies to encourage container recycling and promote the recycling message.
Holiday RecyclingIn partnership with the National Christmas Tree Association, Earth 911 features resources for Christmas tree recycling as well as additional information on where to recycle and donate items, helpful links for reducing and reusing, and a press area with great public service announcements to help Make Every Day Earth Day during the holiday season.
National Christmas Tree Association
Provides a zip code search option to find tree recycling programs in your area.
Household Hazardous Waste
EPA – Hazardous Waste Recycling
Resources and regulations for household hazardous wastes.
Earth 911 – Household Hazardous Waste
Provides a database of local Municipal Household Hazardous Waste programs and services.
Provides tips on storing paint and finding ways to dispose of it.
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This site provides recycling market development information for state and local officials, sources of technical and financial assistance for recycling businesses, and information on the economic benefits of recycling.
Recycling Economic Information Study
Key findings regarding the impact of the recycling and reuse industry in the United States.
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Market Directories
EPA Region 4 – Market Information
Provides information on recycling markets in the Southeast.
North Carolina Market Directory
A directory of market information in North Carolina.
A directory of market information in Tennessee.
Measurement Tools
EPA developed this Web site to help state and local government officials learn more about the standard methodology for measuring recycling rates.
Metals
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
ISRI is the voice of the scrap recycling industry.
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Office Recycling
Information about recycling containers and waste receptacles for office recycling.
Provides numerous links, programs, and resources for recycling in the work place.
Paper Recycling
Information regarding resources, reports, and organizations involved in paper recycling.
American Forest and Paper Association
Information regarding recycled paper production.
Statistics and information on paper recycling sponsored by the Paper Industry Association Council.
Pay As You Throw
An introduction to pay-as-you-throw services.
Earth 911 – Curbside Recycling
Provides facts sheets as well as numerous links, programs, and resources for curbside recycling.
PET
Information on plastics recycling and the organizations dedicated to it.
Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
This Web site has been prepared to assist plastic bottle designers, fabricators, and packaging decision-makers in constructing bottles for a wide range of specific product applications that are also compatible with the broadest range of recycling.
Contains information pertaining to the recycling of plastic, glass, and aluminum containers.
NAPCOR facilitates polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic recycling and promotes its usage.PET is used in bottles and various food containers.
Information on plastics and the environment.Plastics Resource is part of the American Plastics Council and works with businesses and communities to promote plastic recycling opportunities.
A site sponsored by America’s beverage companies to encourage container recycling and promote the recycling message.
Plastics
Information on plastics recycling and the organizations dedicated to it.
Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
This W eb site has been prepared to assist plastic bottle designers, fabricators and packaging decision-makers in constructing bottles for a wide range of specific product applications that are also compatible with the broadest range of recycling.
NAPCOR facilitates polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic recycling and promotes its usage.PET is used in bottles and various food containers.
Information on plastics and the environment. Plastics Resource is part of the American Plastics Council and works with businesses and communities to promote plastic recycling opportunities. Includes a description of plastic resin codes.
This site contains a map to help you identify the nearest and most convenient collection center for your foam.
Product Stewardship
This website highlights the latest developments in product stewardship and provides numerous links to other sources of information.
Product Stewardship Institute (PSI)
PSI works with state and local government agencies to partner with manufacturers, retailers, environmental groups, federal agencies, and other key stakeholders to reduce the health and environmental impacts of consumer products.
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Recycled Content Products
An online store for recycled content materials.
American Recycled Plastics
Recycled plastic products available for purchase.A collection of recycled content promotional materials.
A collection of recycled content promotional materials.
A collection of recycled content promotional materials.
Recycling
EPA Region 4 – Market Information
Provides information on recycling markets in the Southeast.
A resource for consumers to learn about reduction and reuse opportunities by month or topic.
EPA information regarding promotion of the reuse and recycling of municipal solid waste.
Organization committed to encouraging Americans to recycle and purchase recycled materials and products.
The Curbside Value Partnership works with communities to educate residents and encourages participation in recycling in order to increase recycling rates. Primarily a resource for cities, waste haulers and material recovery facilities (MRFs).
Provides numerous links, programs, and resources for recycling as well as fact sheets and a kids section.
Keep America Beautiful provides sustainable solutions to improve the physical and visual aspects of community environments through litter prevention and waste reduction.
The National Recycling Coalition is a membership organization of recycling professionals and advocates dedicated to maximizing recycling.
Contains periodicals and directories of North American recycling activities.
Reducing
EPA – Non-Hazardous Waste Reduction
Provides a definition of reduction and sources of information on it.
EPA – Hazardous Waste Reduction
The latest news and information on the National Waste Minimization Program.
EPA – Consumer TipsA resource for consumers to learn about reduction and reuse opportunities by month or topic.Center for a New American Dream
The Center for a New American Dream helps Americans consume responsibly to protect the environment.
Regional Recycling Organization Websites
Carolina Recycling Association
The all-in-one source for recycling in North and South Carolina.
A non-profit dedicated to promotion and enhancement of statewide recycling programs.
The National Recycling Coalition is a membership organization of recycling professionals and advocates dedicated to maximizing recycling.
A professional association for individuals engaged in the business of recycling.
Southeast Recycling Development Council
The council works to unite industry professionals, government agencies and individuals engaged in the business of recycling.
Southern Waste Information eXchange, Inc. (SWIX)
This non-profit is a clearinghouse and repository for businesses and government agencies looking for information regarding recycling and solid waste.
A non-profit dedicated to promoting the adoption of recycling and waste reduction programs in the state of Tennessee.
Resource Conservation Challenge
EPA – Resource Conservation Challenge
EPA identifies and provides resources for supporting four national priorities for the Resource Conservation Challenge.
Reusing
EPA - Non-Hazardous Waste Reduction EPA - Non Hazardous Waste Reduction
EPA plan for the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
EPA - Hazardous Waste Reduction
An outline of the National Waste Minimization Plan.
Provides basic tips from the Consumer Handbook for reuse of everyday materials.
Center for a New American Dream
The Center for a New American Dream helps Americans consume responsibly to protect the environment.
Reusing and Recycling Industrial Materials
EPA - Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC)
Efficient materials management is one RCC priority.RCC seeks to have the entities that produce waste reduce the waste at its source, promote recycling of the waste, and encourage its beneficial reuse in an environmentally sound manner.
Construction and demolition debris
Schools and Lesson Plans
EPA Region 4 – School Recycling
Resources for teachers and schools in the Southeast.
EPA Region 4 – School Chemical Cleanout Campaign
Region 4 state information on the Cleanout program in schools and how to create your own cleanout program.
EPA – School Waste Reduction Tips
EPA tips for a waste-less school year.
A downloadable guide for use in schools regarding reduction and recycling to minimize waste.
Provides access to games and activities, books and lesson plans, the Environmental News Network, and other tools to help students learn about the environment.
Keep America Beautiful provides sustainable solutions to improve the physical and visual aspects of community environments through litter prevention and waste reduction.
Paper Recycles Tools for Teachers
Provides a guide for school recycling as well as fun materials and tools for encouraging student participation in paper recycling.
South Carolina’s Action for a Cleaner Tomorrow
Action for a cleaner tomorrow is an activity-based, interdisciplinary curriculum supplement that can serve as a starting place for incorporating basic environmental education in the classroom.
School Chemical Cleanout Campaign
EPA Region 4 – School Chemical Cleanout Campaign
Region 4 state information on the Cleanout program in schools and how to create your own cleanout program.
Shingle Recycling
EPA’s guide to information about roof materials recycling.
State and Local Recycling Contacts and Websites
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Karl Frost, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, State Recycling Office
Phone:(334) 242?5322
Email: karl.frost@adeca.alabama.gov
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth911.
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Peter Goren, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Recycling Office
Phone: (850) 245-8714
Email:peter.goren@dep.state.fl.us
To find local recycling contacts, use Florida’s recycling contact directory or Earth 911.
GA
Direct all residential recycling questions to:
Joe Dunlop, GeorgiaDepartment of Community Affairs, Office of Environmental Management
Phone:(404) 679?1598
Email:jdunlop@dca.state.ga.us
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth 911.
Direct all industrial or business recycling questions to:
Chuck Boelkins, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Pollution Prevention Assistance Division
Phone: (404) 651-5585
Email:chuck_boelkins@gadnr.org
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth 911.
KY
Sara Evans, Kentucky Division of Waste Management
Phone: (502) 564-6716
Email:sara.evans@ky.gov
To find local recycling facilities, use Kentucky’s recycling contact directory or try Earth 911.
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Mark Williams, Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction Program
Phone:(601) 961-5304
Email:Mark_Williams@deq.state.ms.us
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth 911.
NC
Scott Mouw, North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention & Environmental Assistance
Phone:(919) 715-6512
Email: scott.mouw@ncmail.net
To find local recycling contacts, use North Carolina’s recycling coordinator directory or Earth 911.
Locate local market information with North Carolina’s Market Directory.
Locate local material exchange information at North Carolina’s Waste Trader.
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Richard Chesley, South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling
Phone:(800) 768-7348
Email:cheslerl@dehc.sc.gov
Locate local material exchange information at South Carolina’s Materials Exchange.
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth 911.
TN
Larry Christley, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
Phone: (615) 532-0744
Email: larry.christley@state.tn.usLocate local market information with Tennessee’s Markets Directory.
Locate local material exchange information with Tennessee’s Materials Exchange.
To find local recycling contacts, try Earth 911.
EPA – Metals
EPA’s link to organizations committed to metal recycling (i.e., steel), as well as information regarding metal recycling and statistics.Steel Recycling Institute (SRI)
SRI is an industry association that promotes and sustains the recycling of all steel products. SRI educates the solid waste industry, government, business, and ultimately the consumer about the benefits of steel's infinite recycling cycle.Textiles
EPA – Textile Recycling
The 2.5 billion pounds of post-consumer textile waste represents 10 pounds for every person in the United States.EPA – Carpet Recycling
Information and guidelines about carpet manufacturing and the importance of collecting and recycling used carpet.Council for Textile Recycling
The trade association representing one of the oldest and most established of the recycling industries.Tires
EPA Region 4 – Scrap Tires
Information about scrap tire management in the Southeast.EPA – Rubber
State tire information, organizations, and resources for recycling.Rubber Manufacturers of America
Rubber Manufacturers of America is the national trade association for the rubber products industry.Rubber Pavement Association
This organization is dedicated to increasing the use of recycled tires in asphalt paving.Scrap Tire News is a 14-year old publication devoted to providing news and information about tire and rubber recycling.
Used Oil
EPA – Used Motor Oil
Includes case studies and information about the benefits of used oil recycling and how to do it.
Earth 911 - Used Motor Oil Recycling
Learn how to properly handle and dispose of used motor oil.
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Waste Exchange
EPA – Exchange
Information regarding national and international waste exchanges as well as state-specific exchanges.Earth 911 - Waste Exchange
Enter your zip code in upper left menu bar for additional available state/local resources.South Carolina’s Materials Exchange
South Carolina’s material exchange service is free to use.Tennessee’s Materials Exchange
Tennessee’s material exchange service is free to use.WasteWise
EPA - WasteWise
WasteWise is a free, voluntary, EPA program helping U.S. organizations eliminate costly municipal solid waste to benefit the bottom line and the environment.X
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Yard Waste
EPA – Region 4 Composting
Lists Southeastern state resources for composting information.Information pertaining to the use of composting as a solution to organic wastes.
EPA – Composting Products
EPA information for procuring agencies regarding recommended recovered material content.BioCycle Magazine
The latest research on composting process control and end product quality.Composting Council
The Composting Council is involved in research, public education, composting and compost standards, expansion of compost markets, and the enlistment of public support.Earth 911 – Composting
Provides information on how and where to compost, the benefits of composting, and natural lawn care management for your home.Master Composter
Provides tips and instructions for all types of home composting.Z
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