How to Recycle Aluminum in Kitsap, Washington

Aluminum is one of the easiest resources to recycle.

The process of mining aluminum disrupts habitats and consumes energy. Fortunately, aluminum is one of the easiest resources to recycle, with one of the fastest turnaround times from recycling plant to consumer. It is estimated that recycled aluminum cans will make a repeat appearance as a consumer product in as little as six weeks. By recycling you are not only decluttering your home of unnecessary refuse, you are playing an important role in protecting the ecosystem. In Kitsap County, Washington, there are two options for recycling aluminum.

Things You'll Need

• Vehicle
• Plastic bins or garbage bags
• Telephone

Instructions

1. Load your vehicle with the aluminum and drive it to Poulsbo Recycling Center. There is no fee for recycling aluminum, cans or otherwise. As of 2010 the recycling center was located at: 21868 NW Viking Way, Poulsbo, Washington

   Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Check website for holiday closures.

2. Call for curbside pickup. Kitsap County will supply a 32-gallon bin and pick up your aluminum on a biweekly basis. As of 2010 the county charged $2.29 per month for this service.

3. Check with your neighbors, as it may be worth it to combine aluminum cans and make one trip to the recycling plant or combine cans into the same bin for biweekly curb-side pick up.

Tips & Warnings

• Rinse your cans out thoroughly before placing them in the recycling bin, as this will prevent odors and ultimately flies from gathering.

References

• My Zero Waste: Why Recycle Aluminium Cans?
• Kitsap County Public Works
• Kitsap County: Curbside Recyling Available Everywhere