Town of Belmont Trash and Recycling

08/11/2025

⚠️Rechargeable batteries (Lithium-ion or Ni-Cad) should NEVER go in the recycling bin or trash. They are a major cause of fires at sorting facilities. Check with your city/town for safe disposal options, or search for drop-off locations: call2recycle.org/locator

Rechargeable batteries are found in electronics, toys, wireless headphones, handheld power tools, small and large
appliances, electric vehicles, and more. Always read and follow the manufacturer's instructions for using, storing, and charging these devices, and make sure to dispose of them properly.

08/11/2025

08/11/2025

📣 Most cities and towns in MA have special collection days or events for household hazardous waste!📣 Check your city/town’s website to find out how to safely dispose of things like aerosols, hazardous chemicals, pesticides, oil-based paints, and more: https://bit.ly/44igif4

Not sure if something's HHW? Look for symbols or words like "danger," "warning," or "caution" on the product, and check to see what your city/town's website lists.

06/26/2025

Summer is here! We're all for protection when having fun in the sun, but remember that not all sunscreen containers go in your recycling bin. Recycle empty tins and bottles, but send tubes, sticks, and aerosols to the trash.

Soak up more tips at RecycleSmartMA.org. ☀️♻️

06/12/2025

06/02/2025

For , we'll take "Recycling Dos and Don'ts" for 800, please. Do you know the answer to this question from our recycling quiz 2.0? (Cue the Jeopardy song!🎵🤔)

Tell us what you think the answer is below, and take the full quiz at https://bit.ly/3l1EcUM.

05/29/2025

Got a BBQ on the books over the long weekend? Save these tips to make cleanup (and smart recycling) easy.

Hosting? Opt for reusable dishes and utensils, and send guests home with leftovers!

When in doubt, check the Recyclopedia: https://bit.ly/3wDe4Tl