Recycling Centers in New Haven, CT
Find drop-off recycling locations in New Haven, Connecticut. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of New Haven, Connecticut can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in New Haven: A Local Guide
New Haven, Connecticut has 5 recycling centers listed in our directory, and the mix leans heavily toward metal: scrap-metal yards and auto recyclers make up most of the options, alongside a municipal transfer station. For everyday household recycling, the city runs curbside collection through the Department of Public Works using a blue 96-gallon toter for containers (plastic, metal, glass bottles and jugs) and fiber (paper, cardboard, pizza boxes). See more Connecticut locations on our Connecticut recycling hub.
If you have scrap metal or an end-of-life vehicle, the metal recyclers here are the relevant stops: Alderman-Dow Iron & Metal Co and Sims Metal - New Haven handle ferrous and non-ferrous metal, while Atlas Auto Recycling focuses on vehicles and auto parts. The Hamden Town Transfer Station serves as a municipal drop-off point. Acceptance and pricing differ at each site, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in New Haven
Does New Haven offer curbside recycling?
Yes. The Department of Public Works collects recycling at the curb using a blue 96-gallon toter on a weekly schedule, alongside a brown toter for trash. Accepted recyclables include plastic, metal and glass containers plus paper and cardboard (fibers). Confirm your pickup day with the city's Public Works department.
Where can New Haven residents drop off waste and recyclables?
The New Haven Solid Waste & Recycling Authority operates a Transfer Station on Middletown Avenue with drop-off hours Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. It accepts yard waste, metal, clean mattresses and textiles. Hours and eligibility can change, so confirm with the city before you go.
What is NOT accepted at the New Haven Transfer Station?
The Transfer Station does not accept rechargeable batteries, household hazardous waste, or lightbulbs and thermostats containing mercury. These items require separate disposal programs; check with the city or a state HHW collection event for options.
Can I recycle scrap metal or a junk car in New Haven?
Yes. Scrap yards such as Alderman-Dow Iron & Metal and Sims Metal buy ferrous and non-ferrous metal, and Atlas Auto Recycling handles end-of-life vehicles. Pricing and accepted grades vary by yard, so call ahead or check each center's page to confirm.