Recyclopedia
Local resident resources:
- The cities of Champaign and Urbana have their own recycling and special collections programs for the personal items of local residents.
- Twice a year in May and October, a residential electronics collection event at Parkland College is held. Registration is required.
- Every spring, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) sponsors a household hazardous waste collection event at State Farm Center. Registration is required.
- Every spring, Facilities & Services at the University of Illinois hosts their spring Dump & Run program, collecting household donations from the residence halls and general community. These items are donated to local non-profits.
- Every summer, the University YMCA hosts their summer Dump & Run program, collecting household donations from the community for a big sale held in August.
Campus waste resources:
- Have something unusual that your department no longer needs? Looking for a reuse or recycling outlet? First reach out to Surplus, then reach out to F&S at recycling@illinois.edu.
- Interested to see the campus facility where recycling and waste is processed? Request a tour!
Recyclopedia entry overview:
Disclaimer: The transfer of university property is not permitted. The management or disposal of university-procured items must be in accordance with all applicable State and U of I policies and guidelines. For more information, please visit the Office of Business and Financial Services.
YES – This result means that this material is accepted for recycling or reuse through the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Look for the provided location or contact information on the entry to determine where appropriate disposal takes place.
NO – This result means that this material cannot be recycled through the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
ALTERNATIVES TO DISPOSAL – This result means that this material may have an opportunity for reuse or donation. Consider reusing or donating the material before it prematurely enters the waste stream.
