In my position here at Westmoreland Cleanways, I drive around the county A LOT, presenting educational programs to preschoolers, school age students, youth groups and adult groups. All of this driving gives me an opportunity to really see the state of our roads, and truthfully I'm embarrassed by the amount of trash I see while driving. Spring is the perfect time to rectify this situation, before the vegetation grows too high and hides the litter. Be it making a conscience effort to pick up … [Read more...]
The Recycling Center How to Videos
Do not dump items off when the recycling center is closed. It is considered illegal dumping and violators will be prosecuted. Recycling Center HOW TO Videos Please note that the videos were filmed in 2021. Although they provide a general overview of the Center and what we collect, the list of acceptable material has changed, as well as pricing. For a complete list of acceptable materials and pricing information, click here Welcome to the Recycling Center: A brief introduction to … [Read more...]
Foam Recycling
Westmoreland Cleanways is one of the few places in Western Pennsylvania that accepts Expanded Polystyrene #6 Foam (EPS Foam) for recycling. Better known as Styrofoam, it is a form of plastic that is recyclable. However, in most cases it is not cost effective to do so, and so instead is landfilled. Infact there are no local curbside recycling programs that accept foam. The challenge in recycling the material is due to the fact that is both bulky while also light weight. The amount of EPS … [Read more...]
Now Accepting Plastic Bags and Wrap!
Regular visitors to the center may have noticed some of the shelving in the center have been rearranged and a second baler has been installed. This new baler will be used for plastic bags and wrap. The baled material will be shipped to Trex to become composite lumber. Westmoreland Cleanways will accept only CLEAN, DRY plastic bags and wrap, free of receipts, food, and organic residue. Click the link provided for a printer friendly flier, Bags and Wrap Recycling ACCEPTABLE Material … [Read more...]
Plastic Recycling is HERE!
Update (April 2023): We are GETTING items in our plastic collection bins that are UNACCEPTABLE! If you are unsure IF we accept a specific item please ask our employees for clarification BEFORE YOU PLACE IT IN OUR COLLECTION BINS. If we continue to get these “UN ACCEPTED ITEMS” placed in our plastic collection bins, we may be forced to dis-continue our plastics collection. Thank-you! Forget everything Westmoreland Cleanways has ever said about which plastics are locally … [Read more...]
Bi-Monthly Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Noble Environmental is on site the 1st and the 3rd WEDNESDAY of each month, from 8am-1pm (regular operating hours) collecting household hazardous waste at a cost of $.80/pound (credit/debit cards only). ** Recycling Center employees are not legally permitted to handle Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and material cannot be stored on site. HHW is ONLY accepted on the first and third Wednesday of the month when Noble Enironmental is on site. ** printable bimonthly HHW … [Read more...]
Three Electronics Recycling Options
In January 2013, The Pennsylvania Covered Devices Recycling Act (CDRA) went into effect. This Act prohibits covered devices (televisions, computers, computer monitors, and computer peripherals) from being landfilled. As of 2013, garbage haulers are no longer allowed to pick up these items in their garbage trucks. Instead, PA residents must recycle these covered devices. Three easy ways to do so are: 1. Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center … [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...]
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. Help us continue our efforts to keep Westmoreland County clean by becoming a member. Be a part of what over 700 members already know. Membership in Westmoreland Cleanways affirms your commitment to ensuring the health and beauty of our Westmoreland … [Read more...]
