On April 29 and 30, the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority collected approximately 44,000 pounds of hazardous material and nearly two miles of fluorescent tubes during a  Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event.

761 vehicles brought hazardous chemicals to the annual free drop off event.  Residents from 32 of the county’s 35 municipalities participated.  Several handfuls of participants also travel in from surrounding counties.   

Comments from residents were extremely positive.  They appreciated the quick and friendly service. 

According to our survey 50 percent of attendees were newcomers.  It is obvious that waste reduction is becoming the norm since residents are choosing less toxic products.

“As usual Centre County residents showed how much they care about the beautiful place we live by bringing potentially harmful products for proper disposal or recycling.  We even had a couple show up on their 61st wedding anniversary!” said Joanne Shafer, the Authority’s Deputy Executive Director/Recycling Coordinator.  

The event was co-sponsored by Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority, the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Agriculture. 

MXI of Langhorne, PA was the successful contractor.

If you missed this collection, look for information next year.  The Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority will be holding another Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event in the spring of 2023.

For more information on programs, initiatives, upcoming events and more, visit the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority website.

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[Posted: May 1, 2022]

5/9/2022