Recycle Indiana

Welcome to Recycle Indiana! The recycling section of IDEM aims to reduce municipal solid waste and help Indiana reach and sustain a recycling rate of 50 percent. The recycling section staff work with partners across the state to promote recycling and provide technical assistance to individuals, businesses, solid waste management districts, schools, municipalities, and other organizations to find appropriate disposal methods for recyclable materials.

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America Recycles Day is November 15, 2024!

Governor Eric Holcomb issued a proclamation declaring November 15, America Recycles Day in Indiana [PDF].

America Recycles Day serves as a nationally recognized occasion to emphasize the significance of reducing, reusing, and recycling.

There are 68 Solid Waste Management Districts (SWMDs) across the state. To find your local district, visit the Solid Waste Managment Districts page. For counties without a SWMD, recycling is usually handled by the county. In Marion County, see the City of Indianapolis’ Office of Sustainability.