Recycling Resources in Montgomery County, Maryland

🏭Shady Grove Transfer Station

Address: 16101 Frederick Rd, Derwood, MD 20855

Hours: Mon-Sat: 7am-5pm, Sun: 9am-5pm

Primary drop-off site for unwanted items, recyclables, and yard waste. Also serves as a donation center for local nonprofits.

♻️Montgomery County Recycling Facility

Address: 16105 Frederick Road, Derwood, MD 20855

Hours: Mon-Tue: 6am-3:30pm, Wed-Thu: 6am-2:30pm, Fri: 6am-12:30pm

Processes recyclables collected through the county's dual-stream recycling program.

🔋Montgomery County Resource Recovery Facility

Address: 21204 Martinsburg Road, Dickerson, MD 20842

Hours: Contact for hours

Dedicated to waste-to-energy processes and offers educational tours about waste management practices.

Educational Opportunities

Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

The DEP provides extensive resources on recycling practices and waste management strategies. They offer workshops and informational sessions on effective recycling participation.

Visit DEP Website

Community Events and Workshops

Montgomery County hosts events focused on sustainability and recycling education throughout the year. These events include hands-on activities, expert presentations, and Q&A sessions.