Recycling Centers in Saint Paul, Minnesota

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EMR St Paul (Northern Metal Recycling)

521 Barge Channel Rd St Paul MN 55107 USA

EMR Saint Paul is a local metal recycling center in Minnesota that buys ferrous iron, steel, non-ferrous metal, vehicles, and more. They offer responsible recycling services for junk cars, vans, and other vehicles, providing fast and hassle-free payment upon proof of ownership documentation. Customers can also arrange for their old cars to be picked up by contacting the center directly. EMR Saint Paul accepts items such as ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, junk cars, catalytic converters, auto batteries, small electronics, and aluminum cans, but does not accept large domestic appliances, cables, fridges, freezers, asbestos, radioactive materials, containers, PCBs, CFCs, or ammunition shells. The center provides competitive prices based on the weight and grade of the metal, with payment options including check and check cashing. Visitors are required to show identification before receiving payment, and assistance with unloading vehicles is available. EMR Saint Paul's location is easily accessible, with specific instructions provided for arrival and unloading. They operate Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 4.15pm and on Saturdays from 8am to 11.30am, with a contact number for inquiries and appointments.

Ferrous MetalNon-Ferrous MetalJunk CarsCatalytic ConvertersAuto BatteriesSmall ElectronicsAluminum CansLarge Domestic AppliancesCablesFridgesFreezersAsbestosRadioactive MaterialsContainersPCBsCFCsAmmunition ShellsCheck PaymentCheck CashingProof of Ownership DocumentationVehicle Pick-up ServiceIdentification RequiredAssistance with Unloading Vehicles

E-Z Recycling

875 Prior Ave N St Paul MN 55104 USA

E-Z Recycling in Saint Paul, Minnesota, specializes in the destruction and recycling of expired and unsalable beverage products, welcoming projects of any size. They buy aluminum cans to help make the world green. Visitors to the facility can expect a focus on environmentally friendly practices and the opportunity to dispose of beverage products responsibly.

Aluminum CansBeverage ProductsRecyclingDestructionBuyback Program

Frank and Sims Yard Waste Collection Site

1150 Sims Ave St Paul MN 55106 USA

Ramsey County operates seven yard waste collection sites that are free and open to Ramsey County residents, as well as Hennepin County residents living in Saint Anthony Village. Washington County residents can use specific sites for free. The sites accept leaves, grass, pumpkins, garden waste, and food scraps, but not wood chips or mulch. Commercial lawn care, landscape, and tree services are not allowed to use the sites. Residents must keep leaves and grass separate from trees and shrubs, empty bagged waste on-site, and maintain social distancing. A photo ID is required for access, and specific hours of operation are in place from April to November. Additionally, Ramsey and Washington counties have a reciprocal use agreement for certain sites. Visitors are advised not to remove wood waste from the sites and to follow guidelines on transporting diseased trees and preventing the spread of jumping worms. The sites do not accept dirt or sod, and residents are prohibited from taking plant material home. Instructions on using the sites, including waste separation and disposal methods, are provided, along with information on invasive species and the Emerald Ash Borer quarantine. Commercial yard waste sites are available for businesses, and there are opportunities for community group volunteering.

LeavesGrassPumpkinsGarden WasteFood ScrapsWood ChipsMulchDirtSodPlant MaterialCommercial Lawn CareLandscape ServicesTree ServicesWood Waste RemovalDiseased Trees TransportJumping Worms PreventionInvasive Species InformationEmerald Ash Borer QuarantineCommunity Group Volunteering

Metro Metals Recycling

2576 Doswell Ave St Paul MN 55108 USA

Metro Metals Recycling in St. Paul, Minnesota, is part of the EMR family and offers metal recycling services for various materials such as vehicles, catalytic converters, aluminum, brass, copper, steel, and more. They provide competitive prices based on the weight and grade of the metal, with payment options including checks and ATMs. Customers are required to show identification before receiving payment, and certain items like asbestos, radioactive materials, and ammunition shells are prohibited. The facility has specific entrances for different types of metals, with a helpful team available to assist customers with unloading their materials. Additionally, they offer a service to collect junk vehicles directly from customers. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and customers can contact them via phone or email for inquiries or to open a recycling account. No load is too big or too small for Metro Metals Recycling, ensuring a convenient and efficient recycling experience for visitors.

VehiclesCatalytic ConvertersAluminumBrassCopperSteelJunk Vehicles Collection

Midway Yard Waste Collection Site

1943 Pierce Butler Rte St Paul MN 55114 USA

Ramsey County offers seven yard waste collection sites where residents can drop off leaves, grass clippings, brush, and other plant materials for free, as state law prohibits these items from being put in the trash. The facilities accept seasonal yard waste and provide specific hours and locations for drop-off. Additionally, the county's Environmental Center offers services for household recycling, hazardous waste and electronics disposal, food scraps collection, business recycling programs, pollution prevention initiatives, and reuse and donation opportunities. Visitors can access a comprehensive A to Z Green Guide for more information and assistance.

LeavesGrass ClippingsBrushPlant MaterialsYard WasteHousehold RecyclingHazardous Waste DisposalElectronics DisposalFood Scraps CollectionBusiness Recycling ProgramsPollution Prevention InitiativesReuse and Donation Opportunities

Mudek Trucking and J & J Recycling

607 Barge Channel Rd St Paul MN 55107 USA

Dumpster rental and waste disposal services are offered at Mudek Trucking and J J Recycling in St. Paul, MN. They provide residential and commercial waste disposal, dumpster delivery, and recycling services for various materials such as roofing, concrete, tires, wood, electronics, and more. The facility charges by volume, not weight, and offers annual pickups for commercial dumpsters. They do not accept liquid waste, fluorescent light bulbs, paint, or hazardous materials. Mattress recycling and furniture recycling services are available, along with public dumping and recycling options. Dumpster and trash compactor rentals are offered in multiple sizes with same-day service and no contracts required. The company prides itself on over 30 years of experience, free estimates, and same-day service, ensuring customer satisfaction. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, closed on Sundays. Customers are advised to arrive 15 minutes before closing for dumping services.

RoofingConcreteTiresWoodElectronicsMattress RecyclingFurniture RecyclingDumpster DeliveryPublic DumpingTrash Compactor RentalsSame-Day ServiceNo Contracts Required

Ramsey County Electronics Recycling

860 Vandalia St St Paul MN 55114 USA

Starting April 1, 2025, Ramsey County's Environmental Center at 1700 Kent St., Roseville, will be the new centralized facility for electronics recycling, replacing collections at Repowered. Residents of Ramsey, Washington, Hennepin, Anoka, Dakota, Carver, and Scott counties can bring accepted electronics such as cameras, cell phones, computers, televisions, and their accessories for free recycling. The center is open Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed on Sundays, Mondays, and county holidays. Not accepted items include appliances, car parts, power tools, solar panels, and certain media formats like VHS tapes and CDs. All data from electronics is securely wiped, and items with life left may be refurbished. The program is funded by the County Environmental Charge, and electronics recycling is crucial to prevent toxic metals from entering the environment and promote reuse or recycling of electronic items. No pickup service is available, and visitors are advised to follow staff directions and keep electronics easily accessible in their vehicles. For disposal options for unaccepted items, visitors can refer to the A to Z Recycling Disposal Guide provided online.

ElectronicsCamerasCell PhonesComputersTelevisionsAccessoriesAppliancesCar PartsPower ToolsSolar PanelsVHS TapesCDsDrop-offFree RecyclingSecure Data WipingRefurbishing

Recycling Association of Minnesota

2250 Wabash Ave St Paul MN 55114 USA

The Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989, located at 2250 Wabash Ave. St. Paul, MN 55114. RAM offers various services and events to promote recycling, including rain barrel and compost bin sales that can be purchased online and picked up in nearby communities. They also host the annual RAM SWANA Conference, with the next one scheduled for April 30-May 1, 2025, at Mystic Lake in Prior Lake. RAM is actively involved in legislative discussions, such as the upcoming panel on EPR for packaging and boat wrap featuring Rep. Jordan, Rep. Kraft, and Mallory Anderson of Hennepin County Environment and Energy on September 25th. Visitors can support RAM through memberships, donations, and volunteering opportunities. Additionally, RAM provides resources for buying recycled products, information on recyclers, organics recycling, reuse education, and more.

CardboardGlassPlastics #1&2Rain Barrel SalesCompost Bin SalesAnnual ConferenceLegislative DiscussionsEPR for PackagingBoat Wrap PanelMembershipsDonationsVolunteering OpportunitiesRecycled ProductsRecyclers InformationOrganics RecyclingReuse Education

Repowered - Electronics Recycling

860 Vandalia St St Paul MN 55114 USA

Repowered is a nonprofit social enterprise based in Minneapolis St. Paul that specializes in full-service electronics recycling and refurbishing. They offer secure and convenient electronic recycling and IT management services, including IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and data security services such as hard drive wiping and shredding. Repowered is R2 Certified, ensuring proper processing of electronics to the highest industry standards. They are dedicated to creating new opportunities for electronic devices and individuals facing barriers to employment, offering job training and post-release opportunities for those who have spent time in corrections. Repowered also provides refurbished electronics for sale, such as computers, gaming consoles, and audio equipment, all backed by a one-year warranty. Visitors can drop off electronics for recycling at their location in St. Paul or request onsite pickup services. Repowered's mission is to give technology a second run while providing fair chances to those who restore it.

ElectronicsIT Asset Disposition (ITAD)Data Security ServicesHard Drive WipingHard Drive ShreddingRefurbished ElectronicsComputersGaming ConsolesAudio EquipmentOnsite Pickup Services

South St. Paul Compost Site

Hardman Avenue and Verderosa Ave South St Paul MN 55075 USA

The South St. Paul Compost Site, located on Hardman Avenue and Verderosa Avenue, operates from the 2nd weekend in May through the end of September on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, and from October through the 3rd weekend in November on the same days from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The site accepts yard waste like grass clippings and leaves for a fee of $1.00 per bag or barrel, with charges for pickup loads based on the size of the truck or trailer. No commercial truck loads are allowed, and visitors must unload their own yard waste, take back empty bags, and ensure waste is free of garbage or recyclables. Illegal dumping may result in fines, and the site's opening hours are subject to weather conditions. Additionally, Gertens in Inver Grove Heights and Eagan offer alternative disposal options for leaves and garden waste. Davey Tree Service at 405 Hardman Avenue South accepts residential brush and tree waste on select Saturdays, with fees for disposal of brush and mulch specified based on the type of material. The facility does not accept certain items like rocks, garbage, or bagged leaves. Holiday weekends are closed, and delivery of unprocessed wood chips is available with a 10-yard minimum order. For inquiries about tree waste disposal, visitors can contact Davey Tree Service directly.

Yard WasteGrass ClippingsLeavesResidential BrushTree WasteBrushMulchUnprocessed Wood ChipsDelivery Service

St Paul Recycling Drop Off Center

309 Como Ave St Paul MN 55103 USA

Location: Waste Management, 309 Como Ave, Como Minnehaha, Saint Paul, MN 55103. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed Sundays and holidays. Services: Saint Paul's recycling drop-off center hosted by Waste Management is open to all Saint Paul residents and small businesses for free drop-off of loose recyclable materials. Recyclables can be comingled and do not need to be sorted by material type, but cardboard must be flattened. The center may occasionally close for up to 4 hours for container maintenance. Accepted items: recyclable materials for free drop-off, while other materials like brush, tires, appliances, and electronics are accepted for a fee. Visitors can contact Waste Management for more information at the provided phone number.

CardboardComingled RecyclablesLoose MaterialsFree Drop-offContainer Maintenance

Twin City Refuse and Recycling

318 W Water St St Paul MN 55107 USA

Twin City Refuse Recycling Transfer Station in Saint Paul, Minnesota, offers a variety of dumpsters and roll-offs ranging from 10 to 40 cubic yards to assist with trash, waste, and recyclables disposal for residential, commercial, and industrial needs. They aim to create cleaner and safer environments for homes, offices, and worksites, ensuring customer satisfaction by providing the right disposal unit based on specific waste requirements. The staff is available to answer inquiries, schedule drop-offs or pick-ups, and cater to contractor needs. Located at 318 Water St W, Saint Paul MN 55107, they emphasize hauling your own waste to save costs and welcome contractor inquiries. Materials accepted and rejected are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

CardboardGlassPlastics #1&2ElectronicsAppliancesTransfer StationDrop-off

WestRock

2250 Wabash Ave St Paul MN 55114 USA

Smurfit Westrock offers a wide range of sustainable packaging solutions, including digital labels for investigational medicinal products, paper-based alternatives to plastic packaging, cold chain packaging for wet food, durable carry handles for multipack bottles, recyclable boxes, and innovative paperboard solutions. They also provide automated mailer systems, paperboard cluster-clips for bundling jars, custom corrugated pizza boxes, multipack packaging systems, on-demand box making systems, and various paperboard options for protection and consumer packaging. Additionally, they offer fiber-based packaging solutions for retail security. With a focus on sustainability, Smurfit Westrock aims to provide eco-friendly alternatives to traditional packaging materials, catering to various industries such as healthcare, food and beverage, beauty, e-commerce, and retail.

CardboardPlastics #1&2Recyclable BoxesPaperboard SolutionsDrop-offOn-demand Box Making SystemsFiber-based Packaging Solutions