Refuse & Recycling

Purdue's Refuse & Recycling operation is part of the Grounds Department. The refuse side of the operation is like any other municipal trash collection operation. Each building served has a dumpster that is serviced by one of three compactor trucks. The trash is then transported to the local transfer station for delivery to a landfill. The recycling side of the operation uses a variety of specialized vehicles to haul materials that are processed for reuse at our recycling facility on campus.

Purdue recycling is committed to reducing the generation of solid waste as we work toward a long-term goal of generating zero waste to landfill. We support recycling of glass, plastics, metals, batteries, office paper, confidential materials, cardboard, pallets, organics, and other materials. By following some of the suggestions on the Waste Reduction/Recycle Tips page, you can make a difference in helping Purdue University meet its recycling goal. If in doubt about what to recycle, refer to the Recyclable Material List (PDF), or if you would like some additional reasons for recycling, refer to the Benefits of Recycling page.

• More information about Sustainability in Buildings & Grounds.
• Visit the Purdue Sustainability website.

 

Food Waste Digester Initiative

• Learn more about this project. View the PowerPoint.

 

Recycling Video

Ever wonder, "What happens to the stuff we put in the recycle bins?  Does it really get recycled/reused?"  

Well, here's the answer to that question.  The following video clip that explains very clearly and simply what really happens to the materials we recover and how they get reused.

        http://www.explorethecycle.com/

Well worth the few minutes it takes to watch.