Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, with support provided by the Richard King Mellon Foundation, provided grants to increase awareness about proper waste disposal, recycling and convenient recycling services. Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling is a proud recipient of the grant. With the support, we created four videos to educate county residents on the services available at our Recycling Center. As Ellen Keefe, executive director explains it, “any tools that help us get the word out about the … [Read more...]
A Look Back at 2020
Despite the unusual state of affairs in 2020, Westmoreland Cleanways is proud to report: In January 2020, the Recycling Center moved from a 3,400 ft² warehouse to an eight acre property with 20,000 ft² or warehouse space. In December 2020, Westmoreland Cleanways become property owners of said eight acre property, 355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road in Greenburg. Awarded a $46,500 grant from the Foodservice Packaging Institute to add a foam densifier to the Recycling Center. We began … [Read more...]
New Waste & Recycling Hauler in Hempfield
Starting January 1, 2021, Hempfield Township residents have a new waste and recycling hauler- County Hauling. Visit the Hempfield Township website for information about this program including billing information, pickup calendar, list of acceptable recyclables (recycling FAQ), and door-to-door collection of Household Hazardous Waste and electronics. Contact information for County Hauling: 111 Conner Lane Belle Vernon, PA 15012 (724) 929-7694 Ext. … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Recycling
To protect the health of the community, this year many holiday activities were canceled, or at least adapted for social distancing. Let me assure you that Christmas Tree Recycling is not one of them. During the month of January, fifteen drop off sites throughout Westmoreland County will collect real Christmas trees for recycling into mulch. Although operating dates and times vary between locations, all locations require that trees are completely bare of decorations when dropped off. This … [Read more...]
Advanced Disposal Customer Update
Attention Advanced Disposal customers in Manor Borough and Mount Pleasant Township: Waste Management was acquired Advanced Disposal. To reach your new garbage hauler use the following number, 814-444-0112. … [Read more...]
Foam Recycling Now Available
Westmoreland Cleanways' Recycling Center now accepts foam!! Get the Foam Polystyrene Recycling Flier for more information. For an introduction to Cleanways’ new foam recycling collection program and how it works including acceptable/not acceptable material and how to prepare the material, watch the video : How to Recycle Foam at Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center WESTMORELAND CLEANWAYS AND RECYCLING EXPANDS FACILITY TO ACCEPT FOAM FOR RECYCLING Falls Church, Va. … [Read more...]
Three Electronics Recycling Options
Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center - Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center accepts electronics (TVs of all types, computer monitors of all types, computers, laptops, printers, mice, keyboards, cords), household electronics, and other devices at no cost to the consumer. Visit our Recycling Center Page for complete details. Community Collections: Some municipalities and community groups accept electronics during spring and fall collection events. If your community is holding an … [Read more...]
Small Business Guide to Managing Hazardous Waste
Small businesses are subject to more stringent requirements for handling hazardous substances than homeowners. Unfortunately, lack of knowledge about a regulation does not exempt the business owner from responsibility. Responsible handling of hazardous materials protects everyone: the business owner, the employee, the customer, AND the environment. Take a few minutes to review the attached EPA Guide for Small Businesses Managing Your Hazardous Waste October_16_2019 to be sure your business … [Read more...]
Recycling Bin Loaner Program
Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling has two different types of recycling bins available for loan for special events. Green 22-gallon bin can be loaned out for an extended time period and is typically used indoors such as in an office or classroom. Click here for more information. Blue wire bin with lid is typically used at outdoor events, bazaars/fairs/festivals, sporting events, graduation parties and family reunions. Typically, these bins are available for a short-term loan. Clear, … [Read more...]
