Do you have old household waste, electronics, or confidential documents piling up? The Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) has you covered! They host regular drop-off events for Hazardous Household Waste, Electronics, and secure shredding of sensitive documents. If you change your own motor oil, don't dump it down the storm drain—take it to one of the convenient drop-off locations in New Castle County.
Delaware residents can bring their items to these events free of charge.
But why not just toss it in the trash? Here's why proper disposal matters:
- Disposing of hazardous household chemicals and unused medicines properly prevents them from harming our environment.
- Recycling electronics removes potentially harmful materials from landfills and conserves space.
- Shredding sensitive documents reduces the risk of identity theft.
- Recycling your used motor oil is essential for protecting the environment and public health. Improper disposal of used oil can contaminate the ground and local water sources.
Residents can take household hazardous waste and items to designated drop-off sites managed by the Delaware Solid Waste Authority. Find the schedule and drop-off instructions on the Delaware Solid Waste Authority website.