Recycling and reuse are a few of the ways WM reduces the amount of waste that ends up in our landfills. By recycling and reusing materials, we can conserve natural resources, save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions – all while creating new products and jobs. Recycled materials often require less energy to produce than new products from raw materials, helping to reduce emissions, combat climate change and decrease reliance on fossil fuels.
It’s not only good for the environment, but also for the economy, society and for tomorrow.
With our partners Marin Sanitary Service, Novato Disposal Service, and Mill Valley Refuse Service, Inc. Redwood currently accepts the following materials for recycling:
Household Recycling
- Paper products
- Cardboard
- Glass
- Metal Cans
- Aluminum
- Empty containers
- Appliances* – Major appliances such as washers and dryers, water heaters, refrigerators are accepted for recycling
*Please note that Redwood does not accept microwaves or other Electronic Waste appliances
Construction & Demolition Debris for Recycling
- Concrete
- Asphalt
- Metals
- Wood Waste (Redwood does not accept treated wood)
- Soil
- Co-mingled construction debris
Organics and Green Waste
Organic materials and green waste can be repurposed in a variety of forms, from compost to wood mulch. WM EarthCare™ processes more than a thousand tons of yard trimmings, food scraps and clean lumber debris across northern California daily. Redwood Recycling Center can accept the following organic materials for recycling:
- Lawn and garden clippings
- Tree and vine pruning
- Misc. plant trimmings and debris
- Residential food waste collected curbside
For more detailed information about compostable materials at Redwood, check out the Redwood Landfill Composting Guide.