Corpus Christi provides single-stream curbside recycling. Accepted materials include paper, cardboard, plastic containers (#1 and #2), aluminum cans, and steel cans. Glass is generally not accepted in curbside recycling. Materials must be clean, dry, and loose in the recycling cart. Contaminated loads may be rejected. The city encourages recycling through education programs.
Corpus Christi's recycling program for city limits accepts single-stream recyclables including paper, cardboard, plastics #1 through #5, glass bottles and jars, and aluminum and steel cans. Recyclables should be clean, dry, and loose (not bagged) in the recycling cart. Contamination with food waste, plastic bags, styrofoam, or non-recyclable plastics may result in the hauler refusing to collect the bin. Texas state recycling goals may set diversion targets that influence local programs. The county may offer additional programs for composting, electronics recycling, and textile recovery. Check the Corpus Christi solid waste department website for accepted materials lists and special collection events.
Repeated contamination of recycling bins may result in service warnings and eventual loss of recycling service. Illegal dumping of recyclables carries fines of $250–$1,000.
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