Recycling in Lincoln

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Recycling drop-off

Recycling drop-off is an easy and free way to recycle multiple materials throughout the city of Lincoln. Find your nearest collection site and learn more about recyclable materials here.

Recycling pickup

Though it comes with a cost, recycling pickup can be the easiest way to get started with recycling – some companies don’t even require you to sort your materials.

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Bin Buddies

Already a routine recycler? Become a Bin Buddy with the City of Lincoln to look towards the bigger picture of waste diversion and management.

Reusing plastic grocery bags

Don’t toss those plastic grocery bags – multiple groups in Lincoln will accept them to reuse or otherwise repurpose.

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Corrugated cardboard disposal ban

Did you know that corrugated cardboard isn’t allowed in Lincoln’s landfills? Learn more about the corrugated cardboard disposal ban here.

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Where does Lincoln’s recycling go?

Ever wondered what happens to your recycling once you drop it off in a bin? Visit this page on where Lincoln’s recycling goes to learn more.