Programs
-
Automotive Fluid Recycling
Automotive oils and fluids are considered household hazardous waste products and must be disposed of properly to prevent contamination in our soil and waterways.
-
Community Recycling Drop-off Sites
Allen County residents can recycle items free of charge at any of ACDEM's Community Recycling Drop-off Sites.
-
Education & Outreach
Education is key to addressing today's waste and recycling challenges in Allen County.
-
Electronics Recycling
Electronics contain heavy metals that can be harmful if released into the environment.
-
Food Waste Reduction
There are many points along the food production chain where waste occurs and an equal number of places to help provide solutions.
-
Household Battery Recycling
Batteries often contain lead and mercury, both toxins that should not be placed in the trash or landfill.
-
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
The Household Hazardous Waste Facility is a place for Allen County residents to dispose of unwanted household products that are toxic.
-
Light Bulb Recycling
Fluorescent light bulbs contain the nerve toxin mercury, a liquid metal that can be harmful to human health if inhaled or ingested.
-
Medication Disposal
Medication should not be flushed in the toilet because not all pharmaceutical compounds are removed by water treatment facilities.
-
Sharps Disposal
Allen County residents can dispose of sharps at Tox-Away Events.
-
Yard Waste
Yard waste, tree branches, leaves, and grass clippings are banned from Indiana landfills.