Special Events/Get Involved

Staff members promote a sustainable environment by participating in camps, presentations, and fairs to share their knowledge about the benefits of recycling and engage the community in the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

America Recycles Day was started in 1997 by the National Recycling Coalition to encourage Americans to commit to recycling. Gwinnett County Solid Waste Management sponsors an annual America Recycles Day event in partnership with Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful.

Earth Day was established in 1970 to encourage a sustainable environment. In honor of Earth Day, Gwinnett County Solid Waste Management hosts an event each year in partnership with Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful.

Details and information regarding volunteer opportunities are available by calling Solid Waste Management at 770.822.7141 weekdays between 8:00am and 5:00pm or emailing gcsolidwaste@gwinnettcounty.com.

Gwinnett County Solid Waste Management continues its focus on education and outreach by partnering with local organizations such as Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful, the Girl Scouts of America, and the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Staff members promote a sustainable environment by participating in camps, presentations, and fairs to share their knowledge about the benefits of recycling and engage the community in the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

Information regarding participation in an upcoming event is available by calling the Resource and Marketing Coordinator at 770.822.7141 or by emailing gcsolidwaste@gwinnettcounty.com.