Enfield Recycles

Did you know?

As of May 1, 2010 the Town of Enfield is accepting recycling 1 through 7 along with single stream? Visit our How To page for more information.
Last fiscal year The Town of Enfield recycled 3017 tons of recyclables generating $15,085 in revenue.
As Municipal Solid Waste this would have cost the town $217,224.
Recycling saves natural resources.
Recycling provides a renewable fuel.
Recycling saves money.

Tell us....Who Do You Recycle For?

In order for us to reach our recycling goal as a community
we are reaching out to residents to tell us "Who do you recycle for?"

Children recycling

First Name:   (optional)

Last Name:   (optional)

Email:   (optional)

Check back in to see who your neighbors are recycling for!

Question of the Month:

Q. Can I recycle empty plastic bottles from my pool chemicals?

A. NO!! Plastic, glass and metal recycling is limited to food and beverage containers.

Previous Q & A

Q. Where can I recycle my energy efficient light bulbs? A. Your local Home Depot is now collecting CFL light bulbs.

Q. Can we recycle pizza delivery boxes? A. No

Q. Can we recycle store bought frozen pizza boxes? A. Yes

Q. How can I get an additional recycle bin? A. Call Department of Public Works at 860-763- 7560.

Q. Can I mix colored and white paper in my shredder? A. Yes

Q. What do I do with my shredded paper? A. Place in a paper shopping bag and place in recycle bin.

Q. Do you need to tie up yur newspapers any longer? A. No

Q. Do you need to take out windows of envelopes? A. No

"Who Do You Recycle For? display, was located at the
Enfield Central Library on Middle Road.

Contact Us:

Department of Public Works
40 Moody Road
Enfield, Connecticut 06082

Town of Enfield
820 Enfield Street
Enfield, Connecticut 06082

For recycling concerns:
gmcalmond@enfield.org For website:
dmccarthy@enfield.org

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