Save Landfill Space

Orange County requires that all residential and commercial waste generators in Orange County recycle.

Using recycled materials instead of raw materials in the manufacturing process produces less pollution and requires less energy.

When you recycle, you help extend the life of the County’s landfill and preserve landfill space—which can reduce future disposal costs.

Learn more about the Orange County Sustainability Plan at www.ochomeforlife.net.

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Reduce
Quick ways to reduce the amount of waste you generate:

• Use rechargeable batteries.
• Replace plastic bags with canvas tote bags.
• Avoid the use of disposable products when possible.
• Pack lunches in reusable containers and use a refillable water bottle.

• Don’t throw away items that can be used by someone else. Have a yard sale or look for local charities and thrift shops that can put your old items to good use and may be able to offer tax deductions. Some charities may provide convenient pickup services.
• Check out Earth911 for recycling locations near you.

• Orange County offers curbside recycling for single-family residences in unincorporated Orange County. Please refer to the Residential Curbside Collection Program page for more information.
• Orange County offers recycling drop-off at the Orange County Landfill, McLeod Road Transfer Station, and Porter Transfer Station.
  
  
  • PLASTIC
    Bottles, jugs, and tubs labeled #1 - #5
  • METAL CANS
    Tin, aluminum, and steel
  • GLASS
    Bottles and jars
  • CARDBOARD
    Flattened corrugated boxes
  • PAPER
    Newspapers and advertisements
    Paper bags
    Junk mail
    Magazines and catalogs
    Office/note paper
    Phone books
    Cereal/shoe/drink boxes
    Milk/juice cartons
  Please do not put any plastic bags in the drop-off containers.
  • As we buy new electronics, we increase the opportunities to recycle them. Check with your local office supply or electronic specialty store to see what they offer. For more information about options Orange County provides to residents for electronics recycling, click here.
  • Recycle your car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, boat, RV, or motor home! Find out how at Wheels for Wishes.
  • Before you throw away your mattress, consider recycling it. Visit The Mustard Seed of Central Florida for more information.

Solid Waste Division
5901 Young Pine Road
Orlando, FL 32829

Email: Solid.Waste@ocfl.net
Solid Waste Hotline: (407) 836-6601

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