Mark Your Calendars for the 2019 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events (Please Note: Dates and Times are subject to change)
Coral Gables Diverts Over 120,000 Pounds of Electronic and Household Hazardous Waste from Potentially Entering the Landfill
On Saturday November 17 th, the City of Coral Gables celebrated America Recycles Day by recycling old electronics and safely disposing of household hazardous waste in an environmentally friendly manner. The event was a huge success with over 400 cars (approximately 800 people) that attended. As a result, over 28,000 pounds of material was collected and diverted from the landfill. This included 12,000 pounds of electronic waste, 7,700 pounds of household hazardous waste, and 8,400 pounds of sensitive documents were shredded. Any electronic item that has a plug or takes batteries was recycled. Coral Gables residents were able to drop off their household hazardous waste (ex: paint cans, pool chemicals, compact fluorescent light bulbs, cleaners, oils, batteries, and household pesticides). Residents were also encouraged to bring any large boxes or pieces of cardboard to the event and the City ensured they got recycled properly. As a result of the collection events over the last 3 years, the city has been able to divert over 120,000 pounds of electronic waste and household hazardous waste from potential entering the landfill. The City has also been able to shredded over 17,000 pounds of sensitive documents. These household hazardous waste collection events are organized in partnership with the Coral Gables Sustainability Advisory Board, the City of Coral Gables Police and Public Works Departments, STS Electronic Recycling, and Clean Harbors. For more information on the event or other City sustainability efforts please call 305-460-5008.
Recycle Your Old Electronics and Large Cardboard boxes, Dispose of your Household Hazardous Waste and Shred Your Sensitive Documents
On Saturday November 17 th , please stop by the City Hall Parking Lot at 405 Biltmore Way from 9 am to 12 pm to recycle your old electronics, dispose of household hazardous waste in an environmentally friendly manner, and shred any sensitive documents safely and securely onsite. Any electronic item that has a plug or takes batteries is eligible to be recycled. Coral Gables residents can drop off their household hazardous waste (ex: paint cans, pool chemicals, compact fluorescent light bulbs, cleaners, oils, batteries, and household pesticides). Items such as medical waste, ammunition and tires WILL NOT be accepted at this event. Please note that due to the expected volume, attendees are limited to shredding up to 5 standard sized boxes per vehicle. This is to allow all participants an opportunity to shred their sensitive documents. Residents are also encouraged to bring any large boxes or pieces of cardboard to the event and the City will ensure they get recycled properly. The process is quick and easy. All you have to do is pull up in your vehicle and staff will be on hand to help unload your items. Please be prepared to show proof of Coral Gables residency. As a result of the collection events over the last 2 years, the city has been able to collect over 80,000 pounds of electronic waste, 23,800 pounds of household hazardous waste and shredded over 5,000 pounds of sensitive documents. This event is being organized in partnership with the Coral Gables Sustainability Advisory Board, the City of Coral Gables Police and Public Works Departments, STS Electronic Recycling, and Clean Harbors. For more information on the event or other City sustainability efforts please call 305-460-5008.
Please note: Items will not be accepted before 9 am or after 12 pm the day of the event.
Common unacceptable materials may include:
In addition to the community electronic recycling events, the City's IT Department has recycled over 16,000 pounds of electronic waste since 2016
For more information on upcoming events or to read about the City’s sustainability efforts, please visit www.coralgables.com/sustainability or call 305-460-5008.