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The refuse collected by route trucks is processed in our Material Recovery Facility, exposing all recyclables to maximize recovery efforts.


How can I recycle at home?

  • Join our Blue Bag Recycling Program! Simply empty and rinse any food and beverage containers and place all of your recycling loose in your recycling blue bag so that they can be easily sorted at the Material Recovery Facility.


How can I recycle my yard waste?

  • Place yard waste bags next to your garbage can. Your green waste will be picked up on your regular collection day and recycled at our  Resource Recovery Facility.



What About:

  • Paint?
  • Florescent Bulbs?
  • Batteries?
  • Thermometers?
  • Pesticides?
  • Used Motor Oil and Antifreeze?

Bring these and other hazardous and universal wastes to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility.





Recyclables may also be taken to:

South Tahoe Recycling Buy-Back Center
Here you may redeem eligible materials for their buy-back value.

You may also donate your recyclables to numerous participating charitable  organizations of your choice within our community.
STR proudly participates in an active recycling program.  All recyclables are processed in our Material Recovery Facility.
Protect our natural resources. Dispose of hazardous waste safely and effectively.
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Contact us 530.541.5105
At the South Tahoe Recycling Buy Back Center you may redeem eligible materials for their buy-back value.