Virginia Tech Recycling
Virginia Tech Recycling (VTR), a part of Physical Plant Operations, seeks to provide a system which makes recycling dependable, convenient, and cost effective. We believe that classroom discussions about environmental problems and their solutions are not simply theoretical, but have practical value in the world and right here on campus. Our blog and Facebook group highlight our latest efforts.
We hope this website will encourage you to recycle, whether you're in a campus department or residence hall. You can request recycling bins and volunteer online.
What can I recycle?
VTR accepts a variety of materials at locations across campus. Some of the items you can recycle are:
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How much and where to?
In 2007 VTR recycled over 2.5 million pounds of material! See the about us page to see where it all goes.
Location and Contact Info
Larry Bechtel
Recycling Coordinator
Sterrett Facilities Complex
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Phone: 540-231-9915
Email: lbechtel@vt.edu
News
August 12, 2008: VTR now collects MIXED PAPER, which includes the three previous categories -- Sorted Office Paper, Glossy Magazines & Catalogs, and Newspapers -- and additional paper items. Read more.
May 3-8: Contributions of good, useable items from Student Move Out accepted at "Y-Toss?" collection sites. Volunteers are needed! For more information, go to the YMCA Student Programs website.
March 30: The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences is now equipped with paper bins, commingled container bins, and service by Housekeepers. VTR thanks Dean Rowlands and the CLAHS faculty, staff, and students.