Waste Management of Florida, Inc

Special Disposal for Hazardous Waste

Household hazardous waste includes batteries, tires, paint, used oil and oil filters, and other contaminants that could leak dangerous chemicals in our environment. Fortunately in Collier County, we have a better solution! To ensure your household hazardous waste is disposed of in a safe manner, please collect your items and turn them in at one of Collier County’s recycling drop-off centers. 

Recycle Glass Bottles

In 2013, Waste Management recycled 863,192 tons of glass!In total, WM recycled over 15 million tons of commodities, which weighs more than 196,000 Boeing 737s!

Reuse or Recycle Plastic Bags

Plastic shopping bags can easily have a second life and save you money when you REUSE them. Use them for collecting pet waste or as garbage bags for small trash cans in your restroom or office.Plastic bags are also recyclable through single-source vendors – meaning they are the only item collected. To ensure that your plastic bags are recycled, collect excess bags and return them to your closest Publix, Winn-Dixie or Wal-Mart where there are collection containers by the entryway.

Recycle Cardboard and Paper

In 2013, Waste Management recycled 

• 3.2 million tons of Cardboard

• 2.2 million tons of Newspaper

• 2.4 million tons of Mixed Paper

• 1.2 million tons of Office Paper