Revolution Curbside Recycling

11/12/2022

On Saturday, November 12, when the Vols play Missouri at Neyland stadium; they want everyone to recycle everything they can.

09/05/2022

08/30/2022

Hi friends! Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion is only a little over a week away -- woo hoo! The festival's Green Team is looking for more volunteers, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings, so if you'd like to help out with making the festival greener and collecting recyclables, please join us! If you volunteer for one shift, you get a day pass to the festival and a Green Team t-shirt.

You can sign up here: https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/festival/volunteer/

Prepare for a fast paced work shift when working in Artist Merchandise. Roles consist of sales to the public and inventory management.

08/10/2022

Starbucks is proud of its reputation as an environmentally conscious company. So, you may be wondering: are Starbucks cups recyclable?

04/19/2022

Come out to enjoy Abingdon’s Earth Day Celebration on Saturday!

04/13/2022

We want your recyclables!

The Town of Abingdon, Virginia is offering FREE recycling services during the Earth Day Celebration - April 23.

Accepting:
-Document shredding
- #1 and #2 plastics
-E-Waste will be accepted at 310 Depot Square (between the Arts Depot and Post Office) from 9am-1pm.

E-Waste includes but is not limited to: computers, laptop/desktop monitors, CRT/LCD monitors, hard drives, modems, plug and play devices, keyboards, computer mice, printers/scanners, copiers, routers, telephone equipment, fax machines, answering machines, power backups, power transformers, electronic business equipment, wires, cables, circuit boards, video game systems, DVD/VCR players, CD players, radios, remote controls, calculators, microwave ovens, televisions, small electronic household appliances, etc. Basically, any item that has a power cord or uses batteries is considered e-waste.

*Items NOT included are compressors, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and other household hazardous materials (batteries, chemicals, petroleum products, fluorescent light bulbs). These items can be taken to MXI Environmental Services during their annual recycling event in May.

Contact Rick Statzer at 276-628-3167 for any questions.

Thank you to the following businesses for partnering with us for the event -

Blue Ridge Environmental https://www.facebook.com/Blue-Ridge-Environmental-Medical-Waste-Shredding-853906164671535

Revolution Curbside Recycling

Scott Recycling, LLC

After you drop off your recyclables-swing by the Earth Day Celebration, just down the street at Fields-Penn 1860 House Museum (corner of Main/Cummings) and join us for fun, food, games, and more.

Photo credit: Sustain Abingdon

04/12/2022

Come see us at Abingdon’s Earth Day Celebration!

04/05/2022

We are growing fast and are looking for independent drivers! Help the environment and earn some extra $$$!

03/11/2022

Looking for a side gig and care about the environment and recycling? We are looking for independent drivers to run recycling pick up routes! Must be 21 yrs old, have your own vehicle that is insured and properly registered. Must have data access on your phone for the route app.

03/11/2022

Our website got a little refresh! Check out the new form for the waitlist if we aren't in your area yet! AND - the Drivers page! We are looking for independent drivers to pick up recycling on new routes. There will be some availability on routes in Abingdon and Bristol, but we are working on expanding into Lebanon, Glade Springs/Emory, and Damascus areas! Stay Tuned!! www.revolutioncurbsiderecycling.com

03/02/2022

A great read about plastic recycling and why many recyclers (including us!) only accept #1 and #2 plastics!

The edition of the Smarter newsletter helps you recycle plastics better and offers tips on fire extinguishers and lost smartphones.

02/08/2022

A little Recycling 101 ♻️🌎💚

What is recycling, exactly—and why is it so important to recycle? This helpful guide covers everything you should know.

01/03/2022

Due to weather and road conditions, we will not be running today’s route (Monday B)

11/22/2021

Geoff Freeman, who leads the Consumer Brands Association, makes the case that standardizing definitions is key to improving both packaging design and education to reduce contamination.

11/13/2021

Today in Abingdon!!!

America Recycles Day 2021 - Join Us!

On Saturday, November 13, 2021, the Town of Abingdon Sustain Abingdon Committee and Keep Southwest Virginia Beautiful will hold an America Recycles Day event. This event will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Abingdon Police Department parking lot (425 West Main Street, Abingdon). There will be FREE on-site e-waste recycling and FREE document shredding. We are also excited to announce that we will accept aluminum cans and cardboard for recycling!

We are also asking for donations. If you can bring the much-needed items of gently used shoes, non-perishable food, and supplies for the local animal shelter (food, treats, cat litter, blankets, bleach, and detergent); these items are greatly appreciated. If you bring donation items, you will receive a free t-shirt (while supplies last).

For more information on the America Recycles Day event, please call 276-628-4321.

*Open to Town of Abingdon residents and business owners only this year. You will need to bring an id or utility bill, to show proof of address.

11/05/2021

Just a reminder 🎃♻️🌎

03/26/2021

https://youtu.be/Fiu9GSOmt8E

Plastic is in everything, from the clothes we wear to the water we drink. John Oliver explains how plastics are harming the planet, why recycling isn’t the s...