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Blue is the new green! If you’re hosting an event, recycling is a great way to keep it clean and green. The IRC can provide portable, beverage container recycling bins and food waste composting bins for your special occasion. More information on how to run a public space recycling program in the resources below.
Keep America Beautiful’s Public Space Recycling Resources
Step 2. Email Marla, Program Manager, to ensure bins are available.
Step 3. IRC Members reserve bins here. Non-members reserve bins here.
Step 4. Schedule bin pick up and drop off. Transportation of bins is the renter’s responsibility.
Step 5. Post pictures of bins in action your event on social media! Tag the Indiana Recycling Coalition.
Step 6. Record the weight diverted by: bag count, IRC-provided hand scale, or weight ticket from hauler. Email results to the IRC.
Step 7. If your event produces a small amount of recyclables - haul them to public recycling drop off or use personal curbside bin. For large quantities, lease a recycling container from a local provider. Search for recycling locations here.
Bins: Members of the IRC receive a reduced rate on bin rental ($5/bin with a 5 bin minimum). The non-member rental rate is $10/bin with a 5 bin minimum.
Signs: Recycling and Compost bins come with signs. If you would like to use your own signs, please let us know in advance.
Bags: You will receive 1 bag per bin free of charge. Additional bags available for purchase at pick-up.
Hand scale: All bin renters should utilize our free hand scales to track their recycling and compost weights.
Recycling - 40
Compost - 20
Trash - 5
Drop off: Bins must be returned by Wednesday of the following week.
Late fees: A $25 per bin late fee will be applied to the credit card on file if renter misses a scheduled drop off.
Unreturned/damaged bins: IRC charges a replacement cost of $100 per unit for lost, stolen, or damaged bins.
Special thanks to BioBag for their in-kind sponsorship of compostable bags.
