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By reimagining the way we handle waste, we can generate change.
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OUR GOAL: REDUCE LANDFILL WASTE 20% by 2020 and 90% by 2030.
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MEDICAL WASTE
Flushing or throwing away prescription drugs presents dangers by seeping into waterways.
ELECTRONICS
Small electronics can be recycled to divert potentially hazardous substances from the landfill.
APPLIANCES
Metal can be salvaged from your refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer and other large appliances.
BATTERIES
Utilize one of our partner battery drop-off sites that accept rechargeable batteries for recycling.
Reimagine Trash News
Free Tire Disposal October 15-18 at Two Kent County Locations
Kent County residents can dispose up to 10 passenger tires for free in Rockford and Byron Center, Oct. 15-18, 2019 The Kent County Department of Public Works (DPW) announced community members can safely dispose up to 10 passenger tires for free at either the North...
Stand-By for Severe Weather at South Kent Landfill
9/27/19 3:05pm -- Kent County Department of Public Works (KCDPW) is currently tracking a severe weather system approaching the southern portion of our county, where our South Kent Waste & Recycling Center is located. Although, the working face of the landfill can...
Community recycling survey uncovers cost and access as main barriers for non-recyclers
Results from a survey of 2,115 Kent County residents paint a picture of a community with a strong desire to recycle but has limited access. This summer, the Kent County DPW partnered with West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) to conduct a Community...
DPW Facility Labor Day Hours
In celebration of the hard working people in America, Kent County DPW facilities and services will be closed on September 2. We will reopen for business on Tuesday, September 3. On Saturday, September 7, the Recycling Center will be open 7:30am-noon and the Waste to...
Wyoming SafeChem Center Closed July 11 for Maintenance
Please note that the Wyoming SafeChem Center for household hazardous waste will be closed on Thursday July 11 to install a new chemical storage building.We apologize for the inconvenience but encourage you to use one of the other centers that week.
5 Common Myths About Recycling in Kent County
In recent months, you’ve likely heard conflicting news reports and uncertainty about the future of recycling. While the state of recycling is changing around the world, we wanted to make sure you had accurate and up-to-date information about recycling efforts in Kent...
Facts About Kent County Department of Public Works
The Waste to Energy Facility generates enough energy to continually power all the households in City of Walker.
DPW facilities recycle over 4,000 tons of steel every year, nearly enough to build the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.
The SafeChem program safely disposed of 152,800 pounds of chemicals from homes.
The methane captured at South Kent Landfill generates enough energy to power nearly 2,500 households.