Are you having an event and you want to make sure there is recycling? We have some options for you!

Consultation

Not sure about the recycling options available for your event or how best to go about setting it up? Let our staff help you figure it out- for free. Contact Shannon Culpepper, Recycling and Education Specialist at shannon.culpepper@chathamcountync.gov or (919) 545-7874. Please allow as much time as possible prior to your event so we have time to help you.

Shannon can also help events that would like to compost. Composting service will be provided through a private company, which will have a charge, but when combined with recycling, your event can have as little waste as possible.

Borrow-a-Bin

Solid Waste & Recycling has recycling bins that can be checked out for free to use at events in Chatham County. Anyone can borrow the bins: school groups, community groups, private businesses, churches, etc.

The bins are pictured on the right and have a folding metal frame, a plastic lid with labels, and clear plastic bags.

How do I check out the bins?

Simply complete the online Borrow-a-Bin Agreement. If you need a printable version of the form download the PDF version and send it into to the Main Facility. 

We will let you know if the date and number of containers you requested are available. We have a lot of bins available so we are usually able to accommodate multiple groups at one time. If not, we will work with you to figure out another solution.

Not sure how many recycling bins you need? You should always place a recycling bin next to each trash can. If you have independent recycling bins, a lot of trash will end up in there. If you are not sure how many trash cans and recycling bins you need we can help you figure it out.

Someone will need to come to the Main Facility to pick up and drop off the bins. Our Main Facility is located at 28 County Services Road Pittsboro. We are open from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. We cannot offer pickup after hours or on the weekend.

When you pick up the bins we will also provide you with instructions for how to set them up. You can also download the instructions.

Where do I take the recycling?

When you return the bins we have free recycling at the Main Facility that is open to any person or business- no decal required. So simply bring the bins and recyclables back with you.

Trash and recycling from an event CANNOT be taken to a Collection Center, even if you have a decal, as the Collection Centers are only for household trash. 

Alternatively, if your event has a larger recycling dumpster you will be putting this material in that is fine. Just remember to empty the bags. All recyclables should be loose.

What can be recycled?

The bins have labels with the most common items that can and cannot be accepted both in writing and with images. We can accept the following:

• Plastic Bottles- Bottles have a neck smaller than the base. Must be empty.
• Aluminum Cans
• Drink Cartons- Must be empty.
• Paper
• Cardboard- If you have large cardboard boxes, it will be easiest to flatten those and put them under or beside the bins. 

Glass bottles can be recycled but would need to be kept separately if the recyclables are coming back to the Main Facility. Let us know if you anticipate your event will have glass bottles.

Learn more details about what is accepted in our recycling program.

If you have any questions please contact the Main Office Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm at (919) 542-5516 or email us anytime at recycle@chathamcountync.gov.