First-ever Earth Day event a success!
The Solid Waste and Recovered Materials Division celebrated Earth Day on Saturday, April 14, at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. More than 3,000 residents brought more than 400 pounds of batteries and 14 tons of paper and cardboard. The amount of paper recycled saved 238 trees, 5,320 gallons of oil, 42 cubic yards of landfill, 56,000 kilowatts of energy (enough to power five houses per year), 98,000 gallons of water, and reduced 840 pounds of air pollution. In addition, residents dropped off 6,000 gallons of paint to be recycled. The paint was donated to Global Paint for Charity, an Atlanta-based nonprofit company that recovers leftover paint and distributes it to developing countries around the world.

Attendees were also able to meet their haulers and learn about the County’s solid waste and recycling plan. Thanks to Advanced Disposal, Republic Services, Sanitation Solutions, Southern Sanitation, and Waste Pro along with the Gwinnett Braves, Recall North America, and Global Paint for Charity for their help and participation in this exciting event. Be sure to join us in November for America Recycles Day!
2011 America Recycles Day a success!

Gwinnett celebrated America Recycles Day on Saturday, November 19, at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. Residents brought more than 14 tons of paper to shred, three tons of tires, and 67,000 pounds of electronics, which saved 238 trees, 5,320 gallons of oil, 294 cubic yards of landfill, 56,000 kilowatts of energy, 98,000 gallons of water, and 840 pounds of air pollution!

Attendees enjoyed games, mascots, and educational exhibits. Thanks to Advanced Disposal, Republic Services, Sanitation Solutions, Southern Sanitation, and Waste Pro, along with the Gwinnett Braves, the Gwinnett Daily Post, and Office Recycling Solutions, for their help and participation in this exciting event. Be sure to join us next year for this national celebration!