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Scrap Metal Recycling

AAA Recycling is primarily involved in the collection and processing of ferrous metals (iron and steel), non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, nickel-based, titanium and high-temperature alloys), paper and plastics. AAA also provides scheduled pickups for business and government entities as well as  arranged appointments for the one time situation. They PAY by the pound for ALL the above.

AAA Recycling

3007 Travis St.

Greenville, Texas 75401

903-455-1214

New Phoenix Metals offers scrap metal recycling, and purchases the following: Tin, Steel, Brass, Copper, Aluminum, Appliances, Aluminum Cans, Stainless Steel, and much more...just about any type of solid metal.

New Phoenix even has Roll-off box service for industrial accounts.

Located at 6400 Industrial Blvd. 
off US 66 @ Hwy 69N.
903-455-3000
Open Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 & Saturdays 7:30-12 noon

Curbside Recycling

Independent Environmental Services, Inc. (IESI) offers FREE subscription curbside recycling to all residents living within the Greenville city limits.

The following types of items can be recycled:

• Plastic – codes 1 & 2
• Glass – amber, green, clear
• Tin and Steel cans – rinsed and clean
• Aluminum
• Newspaper
• Office paper
• Junk mail
• Cardboard - in small amounts

There is NO monthly charge for this convenient service, just call IESI and ask for a FREE bin. Recycling bins are provided by IESI and it is not necessary to sort recycled items.

For more information on garbage collection and recycling services or to report a problem, please call IESI at (903) 450-8282.

County Wide & Commercial Drop-off

It's FREE - Just follow the guidelines above and drop it off yourself!! US69 to 66W & right on Ed Rutherford. 
OK, there is a catch if you drop off. You will need to separate the cardboard and paper,  from the plastic, glass, aluminum, and tin. Hey, its FREE!

DID YOU KNOW….
It takes a lot of volunteers to Keep Greenville Beautiful? 

Individuals or organizations looking for volunteer service opportunities are encouraged to contact Keep Greenville Beautiful.

 Keep Greenville Beautiful will help find the ideal project for you or your group. Need a few ideas?

TOP 10 WAYS YOU CAN HELP KEEP GREENVILLE BEAUTIFUL

1. Organize a neighborhood or block clean-up event. Neighborhood Day

2. Organize a park or playground (Aunt Char's Kid Zone) clean-up event.

3. Contact IESI to find out how you can start recycling.

4. Conduct a tree planting event. Arbor Day.

5. Conduct a litter- free event.

6. Organize a neighborhood tree trimming event.

7. Assist with the City of Greenville's Spring Clean-up Day.

8. Volunteer to assist with the maintenance of the City of Greenville's parks and recreation department.. 

9. Improve and maintain the landscaping at your residence or business.

10. Investigate and implement a xeriscape  program at your school, business , or residence. (KDB,2006)

For more information call (903)455-1986 or click here  to send  e-mail.