Recycling Authority

If you live in an apartment, duplex, or other multifamily residence, there is a chance you may not have access to curbside recycling services. However, our Multifamily Recycling page will show you that there are still resources available to you! These include HHW Collection Events, the Novi & Southfield Drop-Off Sites, and more!

Check out Multifamily Recycling page at www.rrrasoc.org/multifamily-recycling.

With the 2026 school year right around the corner, now is the time to shop secondhand for school supplies! Thrift stores often have backpacks, pencils, outfits, and more to get your child ready for the school season without having to buy brand-new – not to mention you’re keeping reusable items out of the landfill!

For a list of secondhand stores in or near RRRASOC communities, visit www.rrrasoc.org/recycling/reuse-repurpose.

Want to receive monthly updates and reminders regarding your community’s recycling, garbage, and yard waste services? How about helpful waste reduction tips to reduce your carbon footprint? You can find all that and more in the free RRRASOC monthly e-newsletter!

Why do recyclables need to remain loose after being discarded?

Recyclables are optically and hand-sorted based on material type at the RRRASOC Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), which means they need to be identifiable as they’re going down the sort line. Bagged recyclables cannot be easily identified; thus they are not recycled. Remember to keep your recyclables loose!

Next Sunday is National Book Lovers Day! There are many alternatives to throwing a used book away, such as reusing, donating, or regifting it. If your softcover book is beyond repair, we accept them as part of our recycling program. As for hardcover books, they are not accepted but why not turn them into a DIY craft?

To learn more about the benefits of reusing and repurposing, visit www.rrrasoc.org/recycling/reuse-repurpose.

Everyone knows about the three R’s – reduce, reuse, and recycle. But did you know there’s a reason “reduce” comes first in that list? Consider reducing the waste your items will create before you buy. Check below for more waste reduction tips!

Aluminum is considered a “sustainable metal”, which means it can be recycled again and again with no degradation in quality. Making products out of recycled aluminum is more energy efficient and faster than making them from scratch (that is, mining ore from the ground), so remember to recycle your aluminum foil and soda cans!

Seasonal recycling resources, event reminders, lawn care tips, sustainable holidays, and more are included in the FREE monthly RRRASOC e-newsletter! Whether you’re a seasoned recycler or just getting started on your journey to a more sustainable lifestyle, our e-newsletter is sure to help you along the way.

Sign up for free at www.rrrasoc.org!