Como Recycling Facility - University Of Minnesota

Recycling Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota

📍 3009 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
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About This Location

The Como Recycling Facility at 3009 Como Ave SE in Minneapolis is an internal University of Minnesota operation with no public drop-off hours, requiring a University of Minnesota U Card for access.

What this location Accepts

✓ Paper (campus-generated — University of Minnesota internal use only)
✓ Cans and bottles (campus-generated — internal use only)
✓ Compost / organics (campus-generated — internal use only)

Related recycling guides: Yard Waste · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Public drop-off — no public hours; U Card access required
✕ Electronics from the public
✕ Household hazardous waste

Programs & events

  • Campus ReUse Program — University of Minnesota Facilities Management also operates a ReUse Program for surplus campus items; see facilities.umn.edu for details

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Minneapolis residents drop off recycling at the University of Minnesota's Como Recycling Facility?

No. The Como Recycling Facility is an internal University of Minnesota operation with no public drop-off hours. A University of Minnesota U Card is required for access. Minneapolis residents should use the City of Minneapolis public recycling drop-off sites or Hennepin County facilities — see the <a href="/mn/minneapolis/">Minneapolis recycling hub</a> for options.

What materials does Como Recycling Facility process?

The facility processes four streams of campus-generated materials: paper, cans and bottles, compost/organics, and residual trash. Materials are hand-sorted and sold to local markets. Only University of Minnesota campus-generated waste is handled here.

Where can Minneapolis residents recycle electronics, batteries, or household hazardous waste?

Hennepin County operates free drop-off facilities for electronics, batteries, and household hazardous waste open to all county residents. The City of Minneapolis also has public recycling drop-off sites. See the <a href="/mn/minneapolis/">Minneapolis recycling hub</a> for a full list of public-access facilities.

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3009 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
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Minneapolis, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (U Card access only)
Tuesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (U Card access only)
Wednesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (U Card access only)
Thursday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (U Card access only)
Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (U Card access only)
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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