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Tour our Facilities
See how local waste management protects our environment.
We welcome schools and community groups to visit our landfill and recycling facilities.
Community Impact Grants
We can help fund your environmental project.
Schools, communities and QC non-profits are welcome to apply.
News
Happy Earth Day!
In celebration of Earth Day we want to share a bit about our iLivehere program and you how you can get involved.
Spring Cleaning Guide
Working on spring cleaning? Here’s a guide to help figure out where to dispose of any items you’re ready to part with.
Keep batteries out of garbage & recycling carts
Help prevent fires at recycling centers and landfills! Keep lithium and rechargeable batteries out of your garbage and recycling carts, and drop them off for proper disposal instead.
Recycle Right!
While technology has changed the way the Waste Commission sorts recyclables, what can be recycled curbside remains the same. Keep reading to learn how you can Recycle Right!
Recycling Right at Home and at Work
When we “Go All In” and recycle at home and at work, we conserve energy, save landfill space, and make our community a cleaner and more beautiful place. The Scott Area Recycling Center receives and processes recyclables from Scott County communities and beyond.
Haul It In: Using the Scott Area Landfill
Since 1996, our state-of-the art landfill has served Scott County. The landfill handles municipal solid waste, construction and demolition material, and provides programs to recycle asphalt shingles, scrap metal, and tires. It also protects ground water and recovers methane for energy conservation
Plug In: Reboot and Recycle Electronics
At home and at work, electronic waste can be recycled. The Waste Commission’s Electronics Recovery Center accepts cell phones, computers, monitors, copy machines and more. We also shred hard drives for data security and serve Quad City businesses large and small.
How to recycle e-waste at home
Bring It In: Household and Business Hazardous Waste
Chemicals, cleaners, pesticides, paint and other hazardous waste can pollute our air and drinking water. The Waste Commission operates the Household Hazardous Waste program and assists businesses who generate small quantities of hazardous waste.
Pitch In for a Greener and Cleaner Quad Cities
Keep our stretch of the Mississippi beautiful. We offer anti-litter programs to adopt streets, beautify our green spaces, and support local clean-ups. Our iLiveHere and MAKE it YOURS! programs partner with individuals, businesses, and local groups to beautify our community.
Business Solutions
Go Green at Work: Business Solutions for QC Employers
From electronics, to small amounts of hazardous waste, we provide programs and consulting services to manage your business’ waste management and recycling needs.
