Recycling Centers in Rochester, Minnesota

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Olmsted County Hazardous Waste Facility

305 Energy Pkwy NE Rochester MN 55906 USA

305 Energy Parkway NE, Rochester, MN 55906 is home to the Olmsted County Hazardous Waste Facility, open Tuesday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., offering services for residents and businesses in Southeast Minnesota. The facility accepts various hazardous waste items like aerosols, automotive batteries, household cleaners, pesticides, paints, and more, emphasizing proper disposal methods to protect human health and the environment. Visitors can utilize the Hazardous Waste Reuse Center for usable materials, with a limit of ten items per day. Businesses generating less than 220 pounds of hazardous waste monthly can participate in the Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) program, requiring pre-approval. Additionally, the facility hosts Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Collections and provides guidelines for pharmaceutical waste disposal and sharps management.

aerosolsautomotive batterieshousehold cleanerspesticidespaintsHazardous Waste Reuse CenterVery Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) programHousehold Hazardous Waste Mobile Collectionspharmaceutical waste disposalsharps management

Olmsted County Recycling Center Plus

305 Energy Pkwy NE Rochester MN 55906 USA

The Recycling Center Plus in Olmsted County, Minnesota accepts a variety of items free of charge, including aluminum cans, glass bottles and jars (clear and colored), cardboard, paper, plastic containers, tin cans, and various scrap metals. However, certain items are accepted for a fee, such as appliances, bikes, carpeting, construction materials, furniture, mattresses, TVs, and automotive tires. Visitors are advised to pre-sort their items before dropping them off. The center also hosts an open house tour at the Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility on specific dates. For large loads of tires (9 or more), visitors can bring them to the Kalmar Landfill for a fee of $35 per ton, with prior arrangement by phone. Residents are encouraged to check the facility's operating hours and holiday closings for planning their visit.

Aluminum CansGlass Bottles and JarsCardboardPaperPlastic ContainersTin CansScrap MetalsAppliancesBikesCarpetingConstruction MaterialsFurnitureMattressesTVsAutomotive TiresWaste-to-Energy Facility TourTire Disposal at Kalmar Landfill

Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility

301 Energy Pkwy NE Rochester MN 55906 USA

The Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility (OWEF) in Olmsted County, Minnesota, is a key component of the county's integrated solid waste management system. Operating since 1987, the OWEF burns garbage to produce steam and electricity, serving over 20 buildings in the area and reducing waste volume by about 90%. The remaining ash is safely deposited in an ash monofill at the Kalmar Landfill. The facility plays a crucial role in preserving landfill space and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Equipped with modern pollution control technology, the OWEF ensures emissions are well below permitted limits, complying with state and federal standards. The facility operates with a focus on safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. The integrated waste management system in Olmsted County emphasizes waste reduction, recycling, composting, and safe disposal as a last resort, funded primarily through user fees. Visitors to the facility can expect a clean and odor-free environment due to the negative air pressure design. Overall, the OWEF represents a sustainable approach to waste management, aligning with the county's commitment to environmental protection and resource efficiency.

CardboardGlassPlastics #1&2ElectronicsAppliancesNo GlassNo Plastic BagsNo StyrofoamWaste-to-Energy FacilitySteam and Electricity ProductionAsh MonofillPollution Control TechnologyNegative Air Pressure Design