Hello Neighbors!

Hard to recycle items is a frequent theme for the community. Although Robinson is a haul, it may be worth it if you have multiple items or if 1 person takes items for multiple people.

Recycle Electronics, Polystyrene, & Other Hard to Recycle Items Oct. 5 at The Mall at Robinson

Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) and partners will sponsor a Hard to Recycle collection on Saturday, October 5, from 9 am to 1 pm., at the Mall at Robinson, Allegheny County.  Click here to view the event flyer.

Accepted for free: Polystyrene packing material, computers, cell phones, ink/toner cartridges, and small appliances.

THE FOLLOWING FEES APPLY TO TV's and CFLs:

• TV's - first 2 free, each additional:
  • 25" or smaller $10 each
  • 26" or larger $15 each.

• CFL bulbs - first 5 free - $1 each additional

For a nominal fee 

paper for shredding, alkaline batteries, fluorescent tubes, small Freon appliances and other items will be accepted. Click here for a detailed list of materials and prices.

 NEW FOR THIS EVENT: Used vegetable/cooking oil (in original container with screw on lid, no animal fats) will be accepted for FREE.

For more information please visit PRC's Zero Waste Pittsburgh website or contact Sarah Alessio Shea at 412.488.7490 ext. 236. Volunteers are needed for this event. Click here to learn more.

Take care,

Sherri