2020 Household Hazardous Waste Collection When: Saturday, October 24, 2020 Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center Address: 355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 Accepted Household Hazardous Waste: Oil Based/Latex Paint, Deck Stains, Flammable Liquids, Drain Cleaners, Pool Chemicals, Fertilizers, Antifreeze/Automotive Fluids, Putties, Adhesives, Glues, Wood/Metal Finishing Products, … [Read more...]
Electronics Collection Temporarily Suspended as of 6/29/20
Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center must immediately but TEMPORARILY halt the collection of electronics (TVs of all types; computer monitors; computers and peripherals; all other electronics and small appliances). We were informed that one of the processors where our material is shipped shut down due to a suspected COVID-19 infection. This suspected positive COVID case did not occur locally. For everyone's safety, all recommended precautions and CDC guidelines have been … [Read more...]
Three Electronics Recycling Options
RECYCLING CENTER ELECTRONICS COLLECTION TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED AS OF 6/29/20. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES 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 … [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 Loaner Bin Program/ Special Events Recycling
Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling has two different types of recycling bins available for loan. 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, 45-gallon bags are … [Read more...]
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Wanted: Pallets
We are always in need of pallets to be used at our Recycling Center to ship electronics for recycling. On really busy days, we can use up to 15 pallets a day, if not more. If you have unwanted, usable pallets, and can transport them to our facility, please consider donating the pallets to Westmoreland Cleanways. Call our office for more details: 724-879-4020. … [Read more...]
The Westmoreland County Recycling Guide is Available Online
A downloadable Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Guide is available. For the most extensive, up-to-date information on recycling opportunities in our county, download the Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Guide. You will need the free program Adobe Reader to open PDF files on this page. Get Reader here. … [Read more...]
Like What We Do? Be a Part of Westmoreland Cleanways
As Westmoreland County's recycling professionals, we provide specialized recycling services and educational programs to residents, businesses, and municipalities across all 1,025 square miles, and in all 65 municipalities, of the county. In 2016, Westmoreland Cleanways: Collected at our Recycling Center for Hard-to-Dispose Items: Over 1 million pounds of TVs Over 239,645 pounds of paper, cardboard, magazines, catalogs, etc. Approximately 1,000 gallons of used motor oil 820 … [Read more...]
