Welcome to the Recycling and Waste Reduction Program. Below you will find out how to recycle your materials, where to recycle, and how to reduce your waste.
Map of recycling centers
Did you know that you can recycle at all eight county operated drop-off centers? In addition there are several other recycling centers located in the greater Knoxville area. We are in the process of redesigning our website so if you have questions regarding recycling don’t hesitate to email the Recycling Coordinator. Or you can call the Solid Waste office at 215-5865. City of Knoxville residents should call 311.
Benefits of Recycling
There are several reasons whey recycling is the best option. It is cheaper, often provides revenue for the county, and it is environmentally friendly. When you recycle you save energy, conserve resources, and extend valuable landfill space. Every time you recycle you are helping to keep your taxes low. The county particularly benefits when you recycle your plastics, metals, and paper products. Don’t forget to buy products from recycled material to affirm your commitment.
Recycling Collected at Centers
- Plastic (all plastics#1-7)
- Mixed paper (Except Carter, Dutchtown, and Karns)
- Cardboard (only at Dutchtown, Forks of the River, Halls, and John Sevier Centers)
- Newspaper
- Aluminum cans
- Steel cans
- Glass (clear, green, and brown)
- Scrap metal (appliances, grills, other scrap)
- Car batteries
- Propane cylinders
- Auto Waste (Used Oil, Oil Filters, and Used Antifreeze)
- Tires (click here)
- Yardwaste (click here)
- CFL Lightbulbs
- Mercury thermostats
- Mercury thermometers
