ACUA Recycling Update
As part of our responsibility to reduce contamination in the recycling stream, ACUA has implemented a flagging program to inform residents of what can or cannot be recycled. ACUA updated its recycling guidelines last year, but many of the items we still see in recycling bins have never been accepted in our program, such as […]
Recycling Info- Tangly Items
Also, this video from Baltimore County Public Works was a big hit at the SWANA conference and brings light to the tangly items people should keep out of their recycling bin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDipC5oJG_A
ACUA Announces Recycling Changes
ACUA is announcing several changes to its recycling program at the request of our recycling partner Republic Services. The most notable change regards plastics. Now, only #1 and #2 plastic bottles, jugs and containers that have necks smaller than their bases will be accepted. Examples include soda bottles, detergent jugs, ketchup bottles, and salad dressing […]
ACUA Recycling Tip
Please remember to store items loose in the recycling container. Why? It’s Safer – line workers cannot see what’s included when items are in a bag, and there may be hazardous items present. It’s More Efficient – the line must be stopped for plastic bags to be torn open, which wastes time. It Ensures Items […]
Bulky/Rigid Plastics Recycling Ending November 30, 2020
Unfortunately ACUA will be ending its Bulky Large plastic items recycling program effective November 30, 2020.
2018 Recycling Calendar & Recycling Guidelines
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority provides our recycling services. You can obtain a free 20 gallon container on their site, http://acua.com/disposal-recycling/containers-stickers/ or you can purchase a 95 gallon one for $65. Recycling Calendar
