Green Purpose accepts more recyclables than the other recycling programs in the area. We even accept non-recyclable materials that we convert into usable products.
We are committed to a faster, easier and greener recycling experience that serves the environment and local community. We are the only service based recycling drive through.
But why pay for recycling?
As a Green Purpose member, you will receive a wide range of benefits in addition to traditional recycling—you can also drop off many non-recyclable items, reuse items that other members have dropped off and attend educational workshops held at the Green Purpose center. Not only that, but by purchasing a membership you are also contributing to a solution for the community. Green Purpose is more than just a local business, we're a community on a mission to keep as much waste out of landfills through our many progressive recycling solutions.
100% committed to solving recycling problems in our community. We seek to provide an easily accessible center that would educate the public on green issues like recycling and reuse practices. We would appreciate your support, working together to make the future of recycling brighter.
What we accept:
Standard Recyclables (Please rinse all plastic, glass and cans)
- Glass. We accept all colors of glass bottles. Does NOT need to be sorted.
- Plastic. We accept plastics #1-7. Please rinse the containers and make sure to remove any non-recyclable caps if possible.
- Cans. Please rinse cans before dropping them off.
- Newspaper. We accept glossy ads and inserts too, but those should be included with magazines.
- Magazines. We accept bound magazines and glossy paper.
- Office Paper. We accept both shredded or whole sheets.
- Cardboard. We accept both soft and corrugated cardboard. Please break cardboard boxes down before recycling them.
And More! Printer Ink Cartridges, Chips Bags, Batteries, Clothes, and Wooden Crates. Click here for the full list of accepted items!
Where to drop-off:
We're located at 807 Pioneer St in Champaign, Illinois (a few blocks from the recently closed Champaign Recycling Center).
Drop off hours are Monday through Friday from 9AM-6PM and on Saturdays from 11AM-3PM. To drop off, simply drive around to the back and one of our attendants will assist you. You can even choose to stay in your car while we unload your recycling for you!
Recycling Best Practices
Rinsing food and drink containers is essential! To prevent any cans, glass or plastic from being diverted to a landfill, any residue must be cleaned from the container. Recycling cannot begin unless a container is properly washed.
Become a Member Today
Join the Green Purpose community and get all the benefits of recycling and much, much more.
How do you recycle?
We want to hear how you recycle. Head on over to our contact page to tell us all the ways you help save the planet.
We'd like to use any ideas on our website or our company newsletter. Members who give us great ideas are eligible to receive discounts and prizes!