The York County Solid Waste Authority’s May Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program Removed 34,932 Pounds of Material
The York County Solid Waste Authority’s free residential household hazardous waste (HHW) collection program held on Saturday, May 1, removed 34,932 pounds of household hazardous waste and was delivered by 303 people. Residents who were unable to make it to the May 1 event may dispose of their HHW in their regular garbage. Under state […]
Waste-to-Energy Complements Recycling Efforts, Plays Key Role in Reduction of Greenhouse Gases, Study Finds
For Release: May 25, 2021 Contact: GSOENews@ccny.cuny.edu New report from The City College of New York provides comprehensive scientific review of industry’s technology as large-scale waste management solution NEW YORK – Waste-to-energy facilities offer significant environmental protection, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and play an important complementary role in recycling efforts, according to a new […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority’s May 1 Free Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program Requires Pre-registration
The York County Solid Waste Authority’s free residential household hazardous waste (HHW) collection program is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Authority’s Ash Recycling and Processing Facility located at 2650 Blackbridge Road. Due to Covid-19 and the state’s mandate to keep group gatherings to no more than […]
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES OFFICERS FOR 2021
The York County Solid Waste Authority has elected officers for 2021. They are as follows: Chairman— Ed Heindel Vice Chairman— Patrick Ball Secretary—Matt Sommer Treasurer—Felicia Dell Assistant Secretary/Treasurer— John Klinedinst The Members of the York County Solid Waste Authority are appointed to five-year terms. The nine volunteer Members of […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Sponsors High School Earth Day Recycled Art Contest
To promote recycling and celebrate “Earth Day” (April 22), the York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) is sponsoring a Recycled Art Contest for York County High School students. Participating schools include Central York High School, Hanover Public High School, Northern York County High School and South Western High School. Thirty-four students are participating. Contest works […]
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY GUIDE TO BEST PRACTICES FOR WASTE AND RECYCLING CONTRACT BIDS AND SERVICE OPTIONS
OBJECTIVE The purpose of this guide is to provide best practice suggestions to York County municipalities for creating competitive residential waste and recycling service bid packages. In addition, it provides guidance for waste and recycling service options for municipal contracts that may be most cost effective for municipalities and residents and produce optimum recycling tonnages. […]
York County Solid Waste Authority Safely Destroyed 3.62 Tons of Medications in 2020
The York County Solid Waste Authority (YCSWA) disposed of a total of 3.62 tons of unused and expired residential medication collected via the Authority’s Secure Medication Take-back Box Program, community drug take-back events and illegal drugs delivered by law enforcement for destruction. Currently, 18 York County police department locations partner with the YCSWA to host […]
Electronics Recycling at the York County Resource Recovery Center to Resume January 8, 2021
Beginning Friday, January 8, 2021, free Residential Electronics Recycling will resume at the York County Resource Recovery Center located at 2651 Blackbridge Road in Manchester Township. The Program was suspended on December 9, 2020 due to the increase in Covid-19 cases and the need to limit traffic into the facility. The Electronics Recycling Program is […]
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE AFTER THE HOLIDAY SEASON
The York County Solid Waste Authority will hold a FREE Christmas Tree Recycling Program for all York County residents. Beginning December 26, 2020, residents may bring their tree to the parking lot located directly across the street from the York County Resource Recovery Center in Manchester Township on Blackbridge Rd. Residents should remove any ornaments, lights, […]
York County Solid Waste Authority Suspends Free In-person Facility Tours and Educational Programming: Virtual Options Available
Due to the increase of Covid-19 cases in Pennsylvania, the York County Solid Waste Authority is suspending its free in-person facility tours and environmental education programming. Virtual options are available to educators and the public. Options include video tours of the York County Resource Recovery Center and the York County Sanitary Landfill/Hopewell Area Recreation Complex, […]