Glass Half Full

Recycling Center in New Orleans, Louisiana

📍 3935 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70126
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About This Location

New Orleans' only dedicated glass recycler, Glass Half Full at 3935 Louisa St converts collected bottles into sand for coastal restoration — drop off free Mon, Wed & Sat.

What this location Accepts

✓ Glass bottles (beer, wine, spirits, sauce, condiment, etc.)
✓ Glass jars (food jars — rinsed, caps removed)
✓ All glass colors (clear, brown, green)

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What they do not accept

✕ Pyrex and borosilicate glass (different melting point)
✕ Window glass and mirrors
✕ Light bulbs
✕ Ceramics or porcelain
✕ Glass with bottle caps or corks still attached (remove before drop-off)

Programs & events

  • Residential curbside pickup — Monthly subscription pickup for households across Greater New Orleans and surrounding areas
  • Commercial pickup — Scheduled glass pickup for bars, restaurants, and businesses
  • Event recycling — Glass recycling services for events and festivals
  • Coastal sand restoration — Crushed glass sand donated for Louisiana coastal restoration projects

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the glass drop-off at Glass Half Full really free?

Yes, drop-off at 3935 Louisa St is free for everyone. Just rinse your bottles, remove caps and corks, and bring them during the Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday drop-off windows.

What actually happens to the glass I drop off?

Glass Half Full crushes donated glass into sand and cullet. The sand is used directly in Louisiana coastal restoration projects to combat erosion; the cullet is returned to manufacturers to make new glass bottles.

Can I drop off wine bottles with labels still on them?

Yes — labels can stay on. The only requirements are that the bottle be rinsed clean and that caps, corks, and non-glass closures are removed before you bring it in.

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Contact & Location

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3935 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70126
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City / State
New Orleans, Louisiana

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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