Denver Recycles
On average, Denverites recycle only 63% of the recyclable waste generated by their household each year. Making small recycling changes can make a huge difference!
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Are you recycling items properly? Recycling rules are different in Denver. Learn more about how to properly recycle these commonly used items.
306 pounds of recyclable materials are sent to the landfill by the average Denver household.
Break down boxes to make room in your purple recycle cart.
100% of glass bottles recycled in Denver become new glass locally.
Plastic bags are the #1 Problem for recycling in Denver.
Only 50% of aluminum cans in Denver get recycled.
25% more waste is generated by the average household between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
The Cherry Creek Recycling Drop Off provides a convenient and NO-COST way for Denver residents to keep extra recyclables out of the landfill and to compost yard debris, food scraps, and non-recyclable paper.
The drop-off is open to Denver residents only. No commercial or landscaping company materials accepted at this site.
Find the drop-off located near the intersection of S. Quebec St. and E. Cherry Creek South Drive.
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