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Recycling services in the region want to help you get rid of your holiday lights, Christmas trees, and more in a sustainable way. Check out these companies and campaigns to prevent unnecessary waste this holiday season.
Cohen Recycling
Cohen Recycling collects holiday lights during its annual Holiday Lights Recycling Event. Cohen offers various drop-off spots, including Great Parks of Hamilton County and locations across several counties. All kinds of string lights are accepted during the campaign, including LED and traditional bulbs. You can also recycle electric holiday yard decorations such as inflatables at a Cohen Recycling Center near you.
cohenusa.com/lights
Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District
Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District collects natural Christmas trees, yard trimmings, and holiday greenery in the new year annually. The collection is free for Hamilton County residents. Make sure to remove ornaments, tinsel, and lights before recycling your trees. hamiltoncountyr3source.org
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources hosts an annual collection of natural Christmas trees after the holidays. The collected trees are brought to Kentucky’s lakes and rivers to create natural habitats for fish and wildlife. There will be drop-off locations across the state. fw.ky.gov
Hamilton County R3source
You can also recycle some holiday materials at your curbside recycling bin. According to Hamilton County R3source, wrapping paper and gift tissue paper can be recycled at your nearest recycling bin, while foil wrapping paper, ribbons, and bows need to be thrown away. If you’re not sure an item can be recycled, use the search feature on the Hamilton County R3source page to check. hamiltoncountyr3source.org
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