Recycling in Kansas

Recycling in Kansas

In Kansas, commercial and residential recycling programs are available for a wide variety of materials. From appliances to batteries to paper products to metals, haulers are transporting reusable goods to various reprocessing agents across the state.

The business of recycling has changed dramatically in recent years due to changes in outlets for recyclable materials and the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding the current state of recycling in Kansas will increase the State’s ability to change, adapt and develop new opportunities.

Through a survey for recycling stakeholders, we will investigate potential new markets that will provide Kansas recyclers opportunities to increase material reuse and recycling to reduce landfill pressure and improved economic development.

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Kansas Recycling Resources

KDHE

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment Bureau of Waste Management (KDHE BWM) provides information regarding the proper and safe disposal of many solid wastes, including hazardous waste. KDHE BWM also provides outreach and education about solid waste management.

Kansas Organization of Recylers

The Kansas Organization of Recyclers (KOR) provides advocacy, information, technical support, networking and educational opportunities in partnership with local, state, regional and national organizations.

Kansas Recycles

Kansas Recycles provides a user-friendly web site to provide the State of Kansas with an easy and comprehensive destination to locate recycling options in all areas of Kansas based on a database and interactive map technology.