Detroit Recycles

The goal of the City's recycling program is:

To encourage all Detroit residents to reduce, reuse and recycle

Reduce – cut back on materials for disposal; buy products with less packaging; buy only what you need

Reuse – Try to find other acceptable uses for leftover products and items

Recycle – Recycle products or containers if you can

To determine the most cost-effective method of implementing citywide recycling in Detroit by collecting data from a pilot curbside recycling program in two designated areas and from the recycling drop-off locations




The City of Detroit recognizes that recycling is an important step in saving and improving the environment and that recycling has a number of benefits.

For example, recycling saves natural resources, energy, landfill space and money, and creates less air and water pollution.

The City is working to save money and reduce pollution. Your participation in the recycling effort is needed to make this program a success.




As part of an effort be more environmentally responsible, the City of Detroit Department of Public Works is launching a campaign to encourage all residents to recycle. Most residents can participate by dropping off recyclable items at various locations throughout the city.


WHAT CAN I RECYCLE AND WHERE?

WHERE DO I TAKE MY RECYCLING?

RECYCLING PROGRAM MAP





Beginning in July 2009, the City of Detroit will begin a pilot curbside recycling program, which will include about 30,000 households on the east side and west side. Residents in the designated areas will receive specific information in the mail and when the recycling container is delivered.