From web sites to phone hotlines, Green Guardian member counties and state agencies offer ideas on what to buy and throw as well as tips for choosing environmentally friendly products. Many Twin Cities metro organizations can help, too.
Shop Used First! Anoka County residents may call for a copy of this guide to finding gently used items as well as new homes for old favorites.
Phone: 763-323-5730
Phone: 952-361-1800
Phone: 952-891-7020
Choose to Reuse Directory
Phone: 612-348-3777
Phone: 651-633-3279
Phone: 651-430-6655
WHERE DO I GO FIRST?
ANOKA COUNTY
Recyclopedia: Anoka County residents may call for a copy of this reference book with numerous listings to help reduce waste, reuse resources, recycle more and dispose of materials safely.Shop Used First! Anoka County residents may call for a copy of this guide to finding gently used items as well as new homes for old favorites.
Phone: 763-323-5730
CARVER COUNTY
Residential Guide on DisposalPhone: 952-361-1800
DAKOTA COUNTY
Green GuidePhone: 952-891-7020
HENNEPIN COUNTY
A to Z How to Get Rid of it Guide for HouseholdsChoose to Reuse Directory
Phone: 612-348-3777
RAMSEY COUNTY
Frequently Asked Questions (A-to-Z disposal options)Phone: 651-633-3279
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Residential Disposal GuidePhone: 651-430-6655
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
FOR FURTHER HELP
Wondering what to buy or throw? Have something to donate? Whether you're looking for reuse options or tips on reducing waste, many Twin Cities metro organizations are ready to serve you.U OF M REUSE PROGRAM WAREHOUSE
A wide selection of campus office furniture, lab equipment, and computers are available for sale. Open to the public every Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.AMERICA RECYCLES DAY
Find information on buying recycled products and getting involved on the annual America Recycles Day, November 15th.DONATION OPPORTUNITIES
Download this list of Twin Cities metro organizations that accept household items for reuse, provided by Hennepin County.HOW TO RECYCLE YOUR GENTLY USED CAST-OFFS
Discover where to take your gently used items for reuse and donation, and read tips for hunting consignment and antique treasures.MINNESOTA'S CONSUMER HANDBOOK
TO REDUCING WASTE
Find tips on how to reduce waste every day.MINNESOTA RECYCLED PRODUCTS DIRECTORY
Look here for the names of quality products made in Minnesota from recycled materials.RECYCLED ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA
Identify hundreds of products found on retail shelves that are made with recycled materials.REDUCE.ORG
Learn about ways to reduce your waste when you shop, work and play, while saving time and money in the process.THE REUSE CENTER
Locate reusable building materials such as doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures, lumber, flooring, and hardware; make donations, too.