Alaska Waste is excited to announce our new residential recycling pilot program for areas of Palmer and Settlers Bay in the Mat-Su Valley. Residents who sign up now get the first month free!
ANCHORAGE – Greasy pizza boxes are now allowed in all Anchorage cardboard recycling.
New data shows that grease and small amounts of cheese in pizza boxes has no effect on the recyclability of the boxes. This material is now accepted in all curbside and cardboard drop-off recycling in the Municipality of Anchorage, including all Alaska Waste recycling.
Due to changes in global recycling markets, #1 PETE plastic clamshells will no longer be accepted in any of Alaska Waste’s residential curbside or office commingled recycling. These changes go into effect immediately.
Have questions about recycling in Anchorage, and whether it’s really worthwhile? Here are some important facts to consider about recycling in Alaska’s largest city.