Landfills, the third-largest source of methane emissions globally, significantly contribute to the climate crisis. While the waste management industry traditionally relies heavily on landfills, an alternative approach that focuses on resource recovery—diverting material from landfills for recycling into new products or returning to the earth—is paramount in methane reduction. Reuters, Dec. 12, 2023.
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In honor of this year’s Earth Month theme: “Planet vs. Plastics”, Julia Mangin, Head of Sustainability at Recology, recently sat down for a Q&A to dispel some of the myths around recycling, discuss the complexities around the recycling process, and explain the importance of contributing to the circular economy. Read on for Julia’s answers to […]
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Recology Ashland is thrilled to announce the artwork created through its innovative partnership with Southern Oregon University is now on display through mid-August. In 2023, Recology partnered with SOU student artists to raise public awareness of environmental needs such as source reduction of waste, recycling, and resource conservation. The current installation marks the second year […]
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Recology Diverts 1.4 Million Tons of Materials from Landfills, Delivers on Key Sustainability Goals in Latest Sustainability Update Highlights Include a 27 Percent Increase in Composting, Investments in Landfill-Gas-to-Energy systems SAN FRANCISCO, August 20, 2024 – Recology, a leading resource recovery company on the West Coast, has released its 2024 Sustainability Update, showcasing the company’s […]
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We’re so excited to share that Michael Gunter, roll-off driver at Recology Ashland, has been recognized as an Honorable Mention in the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) Driver of the Year awards in the Roll-Off category! The NWRA Driver of the Year awards recognize waste collection professionals for their commitment to safety, years of service, […]
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Save the date for our two drop-off events on May 4th and May 18th! Both events will be held at the Valley View Transfer Station (3000 N. Valley View Rd) and are for the City of Ashland residents only (IDs checked). No contractors, landscape services, or “for hire” hauling services. For more information, please contact […]
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Every week, more and more everyday electronics make their way into the waste stream—and many of them contain lithium-ion batteries. Found in items like kids’ toys, smartphones, power tools, vapes or e-cigarettes and more, these small but powerful batteries can pose big risks if they’re not disposed of safely. Remember: batteries never go in […]
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Effective July 1, the initial phase of Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) goes into effect. This means Recology Ashland will adhere to the new Unified Statewide Collection List (USCL) for curbside recyclables. Some NEW items that can be included in your blue recycling cart include: Nursery pots Plastic pails and buckets Aseptic and poly-coated cartons […]
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Recology is proud to release our 2025 Sustainability Update, marking another year of progress in building a more sustainable and circular future.
We’re not just collecting materials—we're reshaping systems, deepening community partnerships, and creating real momentum toward a more sustainable, circular economy.
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Due to excessive contamination, we are no longer accepting lumber recycling at our Valley View Transfer Station. Please review the list of accepted recycled items on our page. All lumber will be directed to regular trash. If you’d still like to recycle your lumber, please take it to Bio Mass White City.
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On Sundays, November 23 and December 7, drop off your leaves for free at the Valley View Transfer Station (3000 N Valley View Road). The event is for Ashland and Talent residents only, and customers may be asked for proof of residency—no commercial landscapers or businesses. We will only accept leaves. Please do not bring […]
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Two upcoming regional Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) events are FREE for Recology residential customers in Ashland, Talent, and Jackson County (IDs will be checked). Please check out each event's website to learn more about their list of accepted items.
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Ashland Spring Clean 4/19 On Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10 AM – 3 PM, Recology Ashland residents can clear out clutter from around the home with this disposal, recycling, and donation event at the Valley View Transfer Station in Ashland (3000 N Valley View Road). Accepted materials: yard waste, mixed recycling, scrap metal, fluorescent […]
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Recology Releases 2026 Sustainability Update: Hits 2028 Sustainability Target Three Years Early Recology is proud to share that we’ve reached one of our 2028 sustainability targets three years early. Ninety-five percent of the fuel powering our vehicles and equipment came from renewable or alternative sources in 2025. For more than a century, Recology has pushed […]
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Recology is proud to announce the release of our 2023 Sustainability Report! This year’s report showcases our company-wide commitment to decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting our diverse employee-owners, and partnering with local communities to achieve our shared goals.
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 10, 2023 – To celebrate Earth Month, Recology announced that it achieved its goal to power its fleet with more than 90 percent renewable or alternative energy in 2022. “We made a commitment in 2019 to significantly reduce our use of conventional fossil fuels. In hitting this mark, we achieved one of […]
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Community Outreach
Recology Ashland has a history of community participation and is proud to have sponsored the following organizations over the years:
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- Ashland Chamber of Commerce –
4th of July & Festival of Lights
- Asante Ashland Community Hospital Foundation-
Cardiac Monitors, Emergency Department
- Ashland Emergency Food Bank
- Ashland Firewise Clean-Up Day/s
- Ashland Leaf Drop-off
- Ashland Little League
- Ashland Schools Foundation
- Ashland Family YMCA
- Scout Troop 112
- Children’s Advocacy Auction
- Lithia Springs Rotary – Crabfest
- Give a Kid a Lift – Mt. Ashland Association
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- Firehouse Five Foundation
- Friends of the Animal Shelter
- Jackson County Recycling Partnership
- Oregon Sheriff’s Association
- Prescription Drug Box Donation – Ashland & Talent police department
- Relay for Life Ashland – American Cancer Society
- Southern Oregon Goodwill
- Southern Oregon Public Television
- Talent Chamber of Commerce
- Talent Leaf Drop-off
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Jackson County Recycling Partnership
Recology Ashland is a proud member of the Jackson County Recycling Partnership.
What is Jackson County Recycling Partnership?
JCRP is a consortium of governments and waste haulers formed to address County-wide solid waste issues and to sponsor waste education programs for area citizens. JCRP holds quarterly meetings, with attendance from other solid waste-related organizations and businesses encouraged. JCRP is an LLC administered through Rogue Disposal & Recycling.
Members of the JCRP consortium:
- Jackson County
- Municipalities within Jackson County
- Franchised waste haulers: Rogue Disposal & Recycling, Recology Ashland, Southern Oregon Sanitation
What does JCRP do?
JCRP works as a coalition to promote waste prevention, recycling, composting, and hazardous waste reduction throughout Jackson County.
Events
– Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days – annual drop-off days for hazardous materials
Contact: General Inquiries about the JCRP or the Master Recycler Program
Phone: 541.494.5488
info@jcrecycle.org
Denise Barnes
Director, Jackson County Recycling Partnership
Recycling Coordinator, Rogue Disposal & Recycling
Master Recycler Program Coordinator
Phone: 541.608.1023
Email: info@jcrecycle.org
Community Education:
- Serves as funding and planning entity for Jackson County Master Recycler Program
- Builds community awareness through local media campaigns
- Sponsors the printing and distribution of Jackson County Recycling Directory
- Provides support funding for Jackson County SMARTWorks which helps governments, organizations, schools and homes to implement cost-effective waste reduction strategies
Schools:
Provides grade-appropriate lessons, educational materials and presentations to reach children
DEQ Reports:
Opportunity to Recycle Report due annually 1/31
Material Recovery Report due annually 2/28
6% Recovery Credit Report due annually 2/28
- How does JCRP benefit its members?
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- Compiled annually for the Cities by JCRP/waste haulers, the Opportunity to Recycle Report meets requirements of ORS 459, alleviating the responsibility of each municipality to individually fulfill this obligation
- Using a team-spirited, collective approach for tackling solid waste issues, JCRP enables its members to achieve more results with less resources (“More bang for the buck”)
- Provides solid waste professionals to work on behalf of the Cities and County
- Enables Jackson County to meet state requirements, assisting the County toward achieving its annual 40 percent waste diversion goal defined in the Jackson County Wasteshed Recovery Plan
- Fills an important community niche by addressing the solid waste needs of citizens and businesses
Jackson County Master Recycler Program
What is Jackson County Master Recycler Program?
The Jackson County Master Recycler program educates citizen volunteers to serve as waste diversion ambassadors in Jackson County. In November 2007, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality provided start-up funding to Jackson County for creation of a Master Recycler service program housed at OSU Extension Service. The Master Recycler program is funded entirely and advised by JCRP.
Each Spring, a 10-week training course educates 35 Jackson County residents and business and government representatives with a training manual, presentations from local and regional experts, and field trips on topics of recycling, waste prevention, composting, hazardous waste and the local solid waste infrastructure.
What does the Master Recycler Program do?
To become a Master Recycler, participants are required to invest at least 40 hours of volunteer service annually, contributing 1,400 hours of service towards waste reduction in Jackson County.
- Community Events Recycling: Master Recyclers support recycling at community events, such as Pear Blossom Festival, Talent Harvest Festival, Jackson County Fair, Eagle Point July 4th, and Rogue Valley Earth Day. In 2009, Master Recyclers staffed over 35 community events, facilitating the recycling of plastic water bottles, aluminum cans, cardboard, and other materials.
- Special Solid-Waste Events: Master Recyclers help to host JCRP special events, such as the annual Jackson County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off event.
- Skills and Talents: Master Recyclers share personal and professional skills in a wide variety of ways, including construction, sewing, graphic design, editing, hospitality, painting, welding, administrative support, event planning, and much more.
- Community Education and Outreach: Volunteers help to build awareness and implement waste diversion strategies in our community – in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, places of worship, clubs, and organizations. Volunteers often staff display tables at events to distribute information, post fliers in their community, and use word-of-mouth and e-communication to reach and teach others about creating less wasteful lifestyles.
- Adopt-A-Schools: Volunteers partner with Jackson County SMARTWorks to provide long-term continuity to schools with existing recycling programs, as well as helping other schools to develop new recycling programs. Some volunteers are trained to lead classroom presentations and activities.
How does the Master Recycler Program benefit JCRP members?
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- Generates a labor pool to accomplish a wide variety of waste reduction initiatives
- Helps the Cities and County meet their needs for addressing solid waste issues
- Provides community events, schools, and businesses with resources to facilitate waste reduction projects and programs
- Enables JCRP, waste haulers, and Jackson County SMARTWorks to initiate new programs/events and expand existing programs
- Contributes to the requirements set in ORS 459, assisting the County toward achieving its annual 40 percent waste diversion goal
