The ECUA works with each of our municipalities to help them improve their recycling programs. The ECUA provides technical assistance, regulatory guidance and education for each of our Municipal Recycling Coordinators to help them help you to Recycle Right.
The ECUA works to ensure that the solid waste generated in Essex County is disposed of in an environmentally safe and economically sound manner.
Have a recycling question? Don’t know if something can be recycled? The Recycle Coach will help to find your answer!
Find rules to set up payments, disposal instructions, and driving directions necessary to utilize
the authorized Essex County Solid Waste Facilities.
This page provides a listing of all solid waste and recycling facilities currently operating within Essex County. If you need to find a recycling facility for your materials, check here.
ECUA encourages all residents to Avoid the Spark! Rechargeable batteries do not belong in your curbside recycling bin or...
All meetings are held at 2:00 P.M.
| Tuesday, March 19, 2024 – Canceled | |
| Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | |
| Tuesday, May 21, 2024 – Canceled | |
| Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | |
| Tuesday, July 16, 2024 – Canceled | |
| No August Meeting | |
| Tuesday, September 17, 2024 – Canceled | |
| Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | |
| Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | |
| Tuesday, December 17, 2024 | |
| Tuesday, January 21, 2025 | |
| Tuesday, February 18, 2025 |
The Essex County Solid Waste Advisory Council (SWAC) advises the County Executive and the Board of Chosen Freeholders on all matters related to the development and implementation of, and modifications to, the District Solid Waste Management Plan.
We all share the duty of protecting our environment by disposing of waste in a responsible and environmentally safe manner. Working together as the “Greener Essex County Team” with the ECUA initiatives we can make a tremendous difference. Thank you for “Putting Essex County First!“
