Recycling
Recycling dramatically benefits our community by minimizing the use of natural resources, saving money, creating jobs, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and more. Whether you are a Flagstaff resident or business owner, you can find information about recycling services and discover resources to understand better what can and can't be recycled in Flagstaff.
What can I Recycle in Flagstaff?
Visit the Recycle By City website to learn everything you need to know about recycling in Flagstaff, including household guides, pick-up schedules, and more.
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Plastic Recycling
In Flagstaff, you can recycle plastic bottles, jugs, and jars. All other plastics need to go in your trash bin. The numbers you see on plastics, often in a triangle of chasing arrows, do not reflect whether the item is recyclable or not.
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Glass Recycling
Glass recycling service is available in Flagstaff, but is separate from other materials and do not belong in the normal recycling bin. Residents can add a glass recycling pick-up service to their residence or drop-off materials at several locations around town.
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Electronics/Hazardous Waste Recycling
Please take items such as batteries, cleaning products, and paint to the Flagstaff Hazardous Products Center to be properly recycled. Drop-off Day events are also held several times yearly to collect certain items.
Service Information
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Does your residence currently have weekly recycling pick-up service? Recycling is a great option for helping to divert materials from the landfill and to reduce our individual and community carbon footprint. Its easy to sign up or learn more about Solid Waste services by clicking here or calling (928)-213-2110.
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Planning and implementing an effective recycling program at a business or multifamily complex can be difficult. Whether you are hoping to add recycling service or increase the amount of material that is being recycled we are here to help. Contact Customer Service at 928-213-2110 or email solidwastesolutions@flagstaffaz.gov
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All professionals submitting a development application are required to outline an onsite waste and recycling plan. The New Development Materials Management Planning Guide assists developers in completing this requirement, while helping to implement and design an effective recycling program. Find it here.
Need signage for your waste receptacles?
We got you covered! Please feel free to download and print out our waste guide posters linked below: