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Sep 30, 2024 12:05PM
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste offers several types of mulch and organic compost for use on plants and yards and answers some common questions
Jul 31, 2024 09:56AM
Besides the six items you can recycle curbside, Mecklenburg Solid Waste shares some seasonal items you can bring to any Mecklenburg County full-service recycling center all year long
May 30, 2024 08:56PM
Recycle the Runway 2024, was held on April 20, at North Lake Mall in Charlotte, celebrating a decade of combining fashion innovation with environmental consciousness
Apr 01, 2024 10:22AM
Charlotte Area conscientious businesses and organizations striving to protect the environment and help us reduce our collective carbon footprint
Mar 30, 2024 01:20PM
Social security numbers, accounting information, aged tax filings and other sensitive data should not make it into the hands of dubious people or systems
Jan 31, 2024 09:31AM
Mecklenburg County makes compost and mulch products from local yard debris like grass, leaves and tree materials
Dec 01, 2023 02:11PM
The stickers clearly show what should go inside the recycling cart and contain a QR code that connects to WipeOutWaste.com for more information
Sep 29, 2023 04:43PM
Do I Need Mulch or Compost for My Plants or Yard? What is the Difference Between the Two?
Jul 31, 2023 05:34PM
We don’t like litter either, so we definitely want to help make it go away
May 31, 2023 09:35AM
To better understand why shredded paper can’t go in curbside carts we have to talk about how recyclables get sorted and separated
Mar 31, 2023 09:32AM
Bi-monthly Column where Mecklenburg County Solid Waste experts provide updates, educate and answer some of the most frequently asked questions
Jan 31, 2023 09:53AM
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During Waste and Recycling Workers Appreciation Week, County Residential Recycling Educators will present an informational webinar at 6 p.m. on June 15
Nov 30, 2021 09:34AM
Within a recent span of seven days, Mecklenburg County had to extinguish five separate small fires at waste facilities, all due to misplaced rechargeable batteries
Jul 30, 2021 12:00PM
Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont is partnering with Mecklenburg County Solid Waste to host a free electronics take-back event from 9 a.m. to noon, August 28, at the Compost Central and Recycling Center in Charlotte
Mar 31, 2021 09:41PM
Reduce your carbon footprint with upcycled yard products available at the Compost Central and Foxhole Full-Service Centers
Jan 02, 2021 01:01PM
In cooperation with Goodwill Industries, Mecklenburg County Solid Waste will conduct a post-holiday free electronics take-back event from 9 a.m. to noon, January 22 and 23
Oct 02, 2020 05:04PM ● By Jeff Smithberger
Jeff Smithberger, Director Mecklenburg Solid Waste, has answers to the County's 7 most frequently asked solid waste questions
Sep 30, 2020 12:00PM
Living by the motto “When in doubt throw it out,” creates anxiety for the eco-conscious but wishful recycling produces tremendous challenges and is very costly. It is much better to reduce or change consumption habits to decrease household waste.
Jeff Smithberger is the Director of Solid Waste Management for Mecklenburg County. He and his team are responsible for the guidance and management of the County’s solid waste programs and services, including recycling.
Mar 28, 2020 01:01PM ● By Shannon Mc Kenzie
Mecklenburg County's compost and mulch program provides a full 360° of your yard waste
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