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Reduce
“Ho‘ēmi” Use wiser. Use longer. Waste prevention, by reducing the quantity of materials we consume and discard, is one of the best ways to achieve our Zero Waste goal. This doesn’t mean giving up modern conveniences, but being wiser about what we purch… Read more »
Website Privacy Policy
Website Privacy Policy Thank you for visiting the County of Hawai‘i’s Department of Environmental Management’s web site. This web site is provided as a public service. You can visit our home site without telling us who you are or revealing any personal… Read more »
E-Waste
Facilities
All facilities closed on New Year’s Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Facility Recyclables Accepted Reuse Center HI-5 Redemption Hours Days Address Glenwood Cardboard, non-HI5 Glass No No 6:00am – 6:00pm Sun/Tues/Fri 18-2463 Ala Mahi… Read more »
Website Accessibility Policy
Website Accessibility Policy Thank you for visiting the County of Hawai‘i’s Department of Environmental Management’s web site. This web site is provided as a public service. In an effort to reach the broadest base of the public, the County of Hawai‘i w… Read more »
Tires
Tires Recovered motor vehicle tires can be used to make new products or burned to create energy. Abandoned tires create problems: they retain water and provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes, which can spread disease, they may catch fire and c… Read more »
Reuse
The primary purpose of the ordinance is to prohibit food vendors from providing food in disposable food service containers that are made from expanded polystyrene foam (often incorrectly called “Styrofoam™”). The secondary purpose of the ordinan… Read more »
Greenwaste
Transfer Station & Landfill Rules
RULES FOR COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I SOLID WASTE DIVISION FACILITIES Hawai‘i County Code Chapter 20 Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) (“County Code”) and the County of Hawai‘i Department of Environmental Management Rules of Practice & Procedure (“Adm… Read more »
Polystyrene Foam Food Container & Food Service Ware Reduction Ordinance – County of Hawai‘i
The primary purpose of the ordinance is to prohibit food vendors from providing food in disposable food service containers that are made from expanded polystyrene foam (often incorrectly called “Styrofoam™”). The secondary purpose of the ordinan… Read more »
Illegal Dumping
State of Hawai‘i’s Trash Free Hawai‘i Campaign “Anything that goes into our storm drain system goes directly into the ocean untreated, negatively affecting the water quality and marine life. Join The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, Highw… Read more »
Recycle
Household Hazardous Waste
Reuse
“Ho‘ohana hou” One of the best ways to live zero waste is to reuse. Reuse means using things multiple times, buying gently used items, repairing rather than buying new, donating to charities and community groups, or re-selling items. These actions prev… Read more »
Site Map
Pages Home Reduce Polystyrene Foam Food Container & Food Service Ware Reduction Ordinance – County of Hawai‘i Search Reuse County of Hawai‘i Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance Site Map Recycle Tires Computers, Electronics & Printer Cartrid… Read more »
Zero Waste
Vehicle Disposal
Regulations & Publications
Solid Waste Plans, Operational Information & Forms Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan Sort Stations Landfills Transfer Stations Waste Reduction Technology Recycling General HI 5 Program Recycling Points and Facilities Illegal Dumping
Event Planning
Business, Farm, & Agency Waste
New Recycling Legislation
County of Hawai‘i Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance
The purpose of the ordinance is to reduce or eliminate single use plastic carryout bags. The law became effective January 17, 2013. County of Hawai‘i Single-Use Plastic Checkout Bag Ban Is In Full Effect, Emergency Suspension Lapsed – Media Release 202… Read more »
Curbside Pickup
Media Library
Video We Can Do It – Reduce, Reuse, Then Recycle Water, Our Most Precious Resource – County of Hawai‘i Department of Water Supply Reduce Food Waste At Home PSA from County of Hawai‘i Recycle Used Tires on Hawai‘i Island Polystyrene Foam Foo… Read more »
Recycle
“Ho‘opō‘aiapuni” Top 10 Reasons to Recycle Good For Our Economy American companies rely on recycling to provide the raw materials they need to make new products. Recycling and buying recycled products encourages manufacturers to produce more recycled… Read more »
Tips
Are you Wish-Cycling? Wish-Cycling is putting non-recyclables into the recycling bin, hoping they will be recycled. As a result, Wish-Cycling costs more in labor and machinery to sort out the non-recyclables and dispose of them in the landfill. It con… Read more »
Scrap Metal & White Goods
Legal and Disclaimers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn’t Hawai‘i County currently recycle other types of paper? The process to recycle paper from Hawai‘i County is complex. Hawai‘i Island has a low population density spread over a vast area which makes collecting recyclables costly and res… Read more »
Fees
Computers, Electronics & Printer Cartridges
Although these products may not be dangerous to use, most of them contain poisonous ‘heavy metals’ such as lead, mercury and cadmium that can pollute groundwater near landfills. Up to 80% of electronics can be recycled, so let’s not take risks with the… Read more »
Drop-Off Recycling Program
It’s simple, everyone can do it! The Cardboard & Brown Paper Bags bin is for corrugated cardboard and brown kraft paper bags. The Glass container is for small glass containers only. No HI-5 containers. Details » When in doubt, leave it out. Don’t… Read more »
HI-5 Beverage Container Redemption Centers
Nearest HI5 Redemption Center The Hawai‘i Deposit Beverage Container Program (HI-5) is a State of Hawai‘i funded program that places a 5¢ redeemable deposit on each qualified beverage container. Why throw away your recyclables when the HI-5 program has… Read more »
Greenwaste & Food Discards
Important Announcement Regarding Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death Disease The State of Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture has finalized the permanent rule (HAR §4-72-13) prohibiting the interisland transport of ‘ōhi‘a plant material to prevent the spread of Rapid ‘Ōh… Read more »
Household Hazardous Waste
There are products in our homes that are highly toxic and extremely hazardous to the environment. These items cannot be easily recycled or disposed of in the landfill due to the risk of contamination of our drinking water, soil and air. Additionally, t… Read more »
Business, Farm or Agency Hazardous Waste
There are products from businesses, farms or agencies that are highly toxic and extremely hazardous to the environment. These items cannot be easily recycled or are prohibited from disposal in the landfill due to the risk of contamination of our drinki… Read more »
Motor Oil
Used motor oil contains toxic substances that can contaminate our land, ground water and ocean. The County of Hawai‘i operates a program for the do-it-yourself person who changes their own non-business vehicle’s motor oil. Please take it to one of the… Read more »
Paint
LATEX PAINT Latex or Acrylic (water-based) paint is not considered a hazardous material in the State of Hawai‘i. Latex or Acrylic (water-based) paints can be reused if it is still good quality. There are various locations that accept donations and/or… Read more »
Scrap Metal
Scrap metal is often the bulkiest and heaviest material collected at municipal transfer/recycling facilities. Recycling scrap metal will conserve limited landfill space. It also conserves natural resources by replacing the need for virgin raw materials… Read more »
Appliances or White Goods
Hawai’i energy – appliance recycling program SPECIAL RECYCLING EVENT: Hawai‘i Energy will be having a special bulk recycling community event at Kea’au Middle School, September 28th, 2024. Sign up… Read more »
Abandoned Vehicles
Abandoned Vehicles Abandoned automobiles and tires not only take away from the natural beauty of Hawai‘i but also may contain toxic substances such as fuels, metals, oils, and coolants that can end up on the ground. When it rains, these substances are… Read more »
Other Commodities
There are many everyday household products that are also recyclable or have specific disposal procedures. Below is a list of some household products that are currently recyclable, can be diverted from the landfill or have special disposal instructions… Read more »
County of Hawai‘i Solid Waste Facilities
General Information, Maps & Directions to Solid Waste Division Facilities: County of Hawai‘i Solid Waste Division Public Facilities are comprised of the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill, the East Hawai‘i Reload Facility and twenty-one (21) Recycling… Read more »
Natural Disasters & Emergency Preparations
The County of Hawai‘i is subject to a wide variety of natural disasters including hurricanes, flash flooding, earthquakes, tsunami, volcanoes, wildfires, epidemics and etc. Due to approaching or immediate natural disasters or other emergencies some or… Read more »
Press Releases
WHAT’S NEW Administrative Rules of Practice and Procedure for the Department of Environmental Management – Revised (effective July 15, 2024) (PDF) Heightened Vigilance Urged To Fight The Spread Of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Release May 17, 2024) 20… Read more »
Resources
Event Calendar
Events in November 2024 Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2… Read more »
Illegal Dumping
State of Hawai‘i’s Trash Free Hawai‘i Campaign “Anything that goes into our storm drain system goes directly into the ocean untreated, negatively affecting the water quality and marine life. Join The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, Highw… Read more »
Online Resources & Local Business Directory
The following are online resources on the topics of Reduce/Reuse/Recycle, Sustainability, and Resource Management on an International, National and Local sectors. If there is an item that you would like to see added here, please feel free to email it t… Read more »
Regulations & Publications
Solid Waste Plans, Operational Information & Forms Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan Sort Stations Landfills Transfer Stations Waste Reduction Technology Recycling General HI 5 Program Recycling Points and Facilities Illegal Dumping
Solid Waste Laws & Rules, Plans, Operational Information & Forms
What’s New Solid Waste Facility Disposal Permit Application, Instructions & Rules revised 2023.06.29 (July 7, 2023) County of Hawai‘i Integrated Solid Waste Management System Life Cycle Assessment Technical Memorandum (February 20, 2023) Administra… Read more »
Recycling Publications
General Do-It-Yourself Used Motor Oil Program Flyer (PDF) Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance – Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) EVENT RECYCLING CONTAINER RESERVATION FORM (PDF) Greenwaste Recycling & Mulch Information (PDF, update coming soon) Househo… Read more »
Illegal Dumping
If the illegal dump site is located along roadside call your local Highway Maintenance Crew at 961-8349. If you are a witness to the act of illegal dumping in your community or to report an illegal dumpsite located on private property, please call the… Read more »
Vehicle Disposal
Derelict and Abandoned Vehicle Procedures rev 2023-06-01 Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program Application
Media Library
Video We Can Do It – Reduce, Reuse, Then Recycle Water, Our Most Precious Resource – County of Hawai‘i Department of Water Supply Reduce Food Waste At Home PSA from County of Hawai‘i Recycle Used Tires on Hawai‘i Island Polystyrene Foam Foo… Read more »
Tips
Are you Wish-Cycling? Wish-Cycling is putting non-recyclables into the recycling bin, hoping they will be recycled. As a result, Wish-Cycling costs more in labor and machinery to sort out the non-recyclables and dispose of them in the landfill. It con… Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn’t Hawai‘i County currently recycle other types of paper? The process to recycle paper from Hawai‘i County is complex. Hawai‘i Island has a low population density spread over a vast area which makes collecting recyclables costly and res… Read more »
Contact Us
County of Hawai‘i Program Contact Info Solid Waste Administrative Services: (808) 961-8270 or Solid Waste Billing, Facility Disposal Permits: (808) 961-8353 or (808) 961-8339 or Recycling Information: (80… Read more »
Event Planning Resources
As part of the effort to increase recycling and reduce litter by the Department of Environmental Management, the County of Hawai‘i is offering the use of recycling containers for special events. The containers are designed with a steel frame that sets… Read more »
Business Resources
The commercial sector is often regulated under different requirements than household/residential generators, depending on the industry within which the business operates. The following are some commodities that the average business generates that need… Read more »
Educational Resources
Classroom Activities Local Art & Science of Recycling School Program – Recycled art for K-12 students. Contact Recycle Hawai‘i at for more information. Recycle and Landfill Site Tours – For recycling site tours with your stud… Read more »
Earth Day
Every Day Is Earth Day! History of Earth Day the 1969 National UNESCO Conference in San Francisco, social activist, John McConnell, proposed an Earth Day to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. This day was dedicated, from its birth, to celebrate Ea… Read more »
Media Library
Zero Waste
“Zero Waste” is a way of life that promotes the goal of reducing the amount of material we throw away. One way to achieve that goal is to re-imagine resource management whereby instead of disposing of “waste” we reincorporate the by-products of one sy… Read more »
Earth Day
History of Earth Day the 1969 National UNESCO Conference in San Francisco, social activist, John McConnell, proposed an Earth Day to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. This day was dedicated, from its birth, to celebrate Earth’s life and beauty, a… Read more »