Many common home items are not accepted through a regular recycling program, BUT can easily be recycled locally through special programs. The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission promotes the proper management of other recyclable items to reduce the amount of these materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. Avoid “Wishful Recycling”…read more
Construction and Demolition (C&D) debris makes up 5.4% of the total waste going into landfills across Iowa, according to the 2017 Iowa Waste Characterization Study. C & D debris includes materials such as concrete, asphalt, brick, wood, metal, insulation, drywall, flooring and roofing materials. The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages residents and…read more
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages waste reduction from the cities and counties within the landfill’s service area to reduce the amount of materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. The resources on this page can help you green your facility! Green Your Facility! Schools and educational centers can benefit economically…read more
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages businesses waste reduction within the landfill’s service area to reduce the amount of materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. Business waste reduction can help your businesses save money and reduce the impact on the environment. Business Waste Reduction Programs and Grants Several state…read more
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages residents within the landfill’s service area to “shrink your garbage” and help to reduce the amount of materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. Follow the “3R’s” to throw away less! What’s in your garbage? You know which day(s) to put your garbage out…read more
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages waste reduction within the landfill’s service area to reduce the amount of materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. The resources on this page can help you learn more about the world of waste! Commission Publications Waste Commission Connection (Electronic newsletter) Subscribe…read more
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission encourages residents within the landfill’s service area to help reduce the amount of materials entering the Black Hawk County Sanitary Landfill. One great way to help “shrink your garbage” is through food waste composting! Food Waste According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ most recent…read more
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