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Posted on: April 3, 2023

NEW! Glass Recycling Program with Repeat Glass

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The City of Highland Heights has implemented a pilot glass recycling program with Repeat Glass, and in partnership with the Highland Heights Green Task Force.  There is a glass recycling bin located at the far right side of the Building Department parking lot where glass may be dropped off.  

What can be recycled with Repeat Glass:

  • Beverage containers (i.e. beer/wine bottles)
  • Food containers (i.e. pickle jars)
  • Candles
  • Perfumes and cologne bottles

What CANNOT be recycled with Repeat Glass?

  • Bags and boxes
  • Ceramic glass (i.e. coffee  mugs)
  • Light bulbs and fluorescent tubes
  • Mirrors
  • Art glass and leaded glass
  • Safety glass (i.e. windshields)
  • Electronics (i.e. TV's)

Do I have to rinse the glass, remove the labels and lids, and sort by color?

  • No!  You do not have to rinse the glass, but make sure it is empty.  You do not have to remove the labels or lids.  You do not need to sort by color.

For more information about Repeat Glass, visit their website at https://www.repeatglass.com/

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