Schenectady County is dedicated to promoting sustainability and reducing waste across the county. Recycling is an easy and convenience way to keep various materials, such as food scraps, paper, cardboard, plastics, paint, and electronics out of local landfills. By diverting recyclable and compostable materials from landfills and waterways and properly disposing of household hazardous waste, you can help conserve natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect our soil, and keep our water clean and safe.
Schenectady County Recycling Initiatives
Compost & Recycle with Schenectady County
Together we can create a cleaner, more sustainable community. Schenectady County offers residents many ways to get involved with composting and recycling.
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Schenectady County Recycles
Schenectady County Recycles is a county-wide collaboration between Schenectady County and Cornell Cooperative Extension. The shared goal of the partnership is to reduce waste and build a sustainable community that maximizes the benefits of recycling. Schenectady County Recycles teaches over 30 composting and recycling classes throughout the year, organizes several larger events like Kids Can Compost, and litter clean-up days, and runs a Community Compost Station in Schenectady's Central Park.
Schenectady County Compost & Resident Recycling Facility
The Schenectady County Compost & Resident Recycling Facility is located at 24 Hetcheltown Road in the Town of Glenville and provides Schenectady County residents with year-round access to yard waste composting and household recycling services. Residents may also recycle select bulk items like stoves, washers, refrigerators, scrap metal, and other large items, e-waste, and paint.
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NEW! The Schenectady Community Compost Project brings neighbors together to reduce waste and nourish the earth. Through the collective effort of residents like you, organic waste and food scraps are transformed into nutrient-rich compost, promoting sustainable gardening practices and fostering a spirit of environmental stewardship. All you need to do is bring your leftover food to an official drop-off location.
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Household cleaners, lawn and garden products, pesticides and insecticides, paint, solvents, automobile fluids, thermostats and other products containing mercury are dangerous when improperly stored at home or thrown away. Schenectady County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events are held throughout the year to help you dispose of your leftover unwanted household hazardous chemicals and toxic materials in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
E-Waste Recycling Events
Schenectady County is offering a FREE e-waste recycling event for the first time ever. All you need to do is sign up for an appointment and bring your e-waste to a Schenectady County E-Waste Collection Event location. When you drop off your e-waste, a certified electronics recycler will keep your old devices out of a landfill. Events are held periodically throughout the year and are free and accessible to Schenectady County residents.