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  1. Celebrate Earth Day with Mecklenburg County

    Mecklenburg County is hosting several events where residents can learn more about our environment and help protect it.  
  2. Safety First: Department of Labor Recognizes Mecklenburg County

     Several Mecklenburg County departments were recognized with N.C. Department of Labor Safety Awards for their efforts in promoting a safe, healthy workplace.  
  3. Teen Designs Wanted for Recycle the Runway

    Creative teens are invited to submit their designs for Recycle the Runway, Mecklenburg County’s annual fashion show that highlights outfits made from recyclable goods.
  4. Mecklenburg County Accepting Solar Panels for Recycling

    Mecklenburg County Solid Waste is now accepting solar panels as part of its enhanced recycling program. 
  5. Changes to North Meck Recycling Saturday Drop Off

    Starting Feb. 1, North Meck Recycling and Disposal Facility will no longer accept business/non-residential loads and dump trailers on Saturdays.
  6. Save the Scraps: Solid Waste Now Accepting Food

    Mecklenburg County Solid Waste is now accepting residential food waste scraps for composting at two full-service recycling centers.
  7. Holiday Haul: Recycling Centers Accepting Trees and Seasonal Items

    Once gifts have been exchanged and presents have been opened, it’s time to take part in another time-honored holiday tradition: getting rid of all the packaging and waste. Mecklenburg County Solid Waste and Recycling Services invites residents to drop recyclables and waste items off at Full-Service Recycling Centers.  
  8. Small Actions, Big Impact: Celebrate America Recycles Day

    Friday, Nov. 15 is America Recycles Day, a nationwide campaign to spotlight the importance of recycling and increase awareness of ways to reduce waste.  
  9. Solid Waste and Recycling Recognized for Environmental Stewardship Efforts

    Mecklenburg County has been recognized for its environmental stewardship efforts. The Solid Waste and Recycling division received the North Carolina Rising Environmental Steward of the Year Award from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Stewardship Initiative (ESI) at its annual meeting.  
  10. Mecklenburg County Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Government and Public Service

    Mecklenburg County has been recognized with ten 2024 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo).