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Residential Recycling
At Island Waste Carriers (IWC), we are committed to promoting sustainable waste management practices in the Cayman Islands. Our comprehensive recycling services are designed to reduce landfill waste, conserve natural resources, and support environmental stewardship. We offer specialized recycling programs in partnership with local organizations to handle various types of recyclable materials.
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Residential Recycling from Island Waste Carriers
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Aluminum can recycling
Glass recycling
Green waste recycling programs
Scrap metals recycling
Our mission is to maintain Cayman's
environment and natural beauty for
generations to come!
Food Waste Recycling and Composting
In collaboration with Beacon Farms and Foster’s Supermarkets, IWC has initiated a food waste recycling and composting program aimed at transforming organic waste into valuable compost. This initiative focuses on collecting non-protein food waste, cardboard packaging, and pallets from Foster’s locations and transporting them to Beacon Farms’ composting facility. Since the program’s inception in August 2023, over 30,000 pounds of green waste have been diverted from landfills, contributing to local agriculture and soil health.
Glass Recycling Partnership
IWC has partnered with the Flowers Block Factory to implement a glass recycling program that repurposes glass waste into construction materials. Collected glass is processed and utilized in the manufacturing of concrete blocks, promoting a circular economy and reducing the demand for virgin raw materials.
Benefits of Glass Recycling
Conserves Natural Resources
Recycling glass reduces the need for raw materials like sand, limestone, and soda ash.
Energy Efficiency
Producing new glass products from recycled glass consumes less energy compared to using virgin materials.
Reduces Environmental Impact
Glass recycling minimizes the volume of waste in landfills and decreases greenhouse gas emissions associated with glass production.
Aluminum Can Recycling
Long-standing commitment to sustainability
IWC has been actively involved in aluminum can recycling in the Cayman Islands for over 15 years.
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We care about a cleaner Cayman and we strive to make recycling easier and more convenient.
IWC is your dedicated partner for recycling islandwide. We offer single or multiple-dumpster collection, recyclables programs, green waste recycling, and more. Learn what you can recycle and how it works.
Acceptable Items for Recycling
Items
- Green Food Waste
- Glass Bottles
- Aluminium Cans
- Scrap Metal (Ferrous/Non-Ferrous)
Unaccepted Items for Recycling
Items
- Propane canisters
- Flares
- Needles
- Electronics
- Flammable liquids
- Batteries for e-cigarettes
- Helium tanks
- Lighters and matches
- Knives
- Household batteries
- Butane canisters
- Ceramic plant pots
- Bear spray
- Paint
- Ammunition
- Straws
Plastic containers
- Containers for motor oil, vehicle lubricant or antifreeze products
- Garden hoses
- Packaging labeled biodegradable or compostable
- Plastic string or rope
- Microwavable bowls with metal rims
- Plastic paint cans
- Plastic wrap
- Pails for lubricants and oils
- Plastic or foil lids from coffee and tea pods
- Liquid-absorbing pads, e.g., in trays of meat, poultry, fish, etc.
- Lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or toys
- Plastic blister packs e.g. plastic/foil protective packaging for chewing gum and pills
Steel containers
- Steel paint cans
- Coat hangers (return to dry cleaners)
- Pots, pans and baking trays
- Propane cylinders
- Metal toys
- Appliances
- Metal hardware or other scrap metal
- Wiring or metal cords, extension cords
Misc. flexible plastic packaging
- Plastic squeeze tubes
- Plastic-lined paper
- Cellophane wrap
- Plastic strapping
- 6-pack ring
- Biodegradable plastic
- PVC/vinyl
- Squishy foam
- Plastic blister packs e.g. plastic/foil protective packaging for chewing gum and pills
Paper packaging/cardboard
- Cardboard boxes with wax coating
- Paper bags with multiple layers that include a foil layer
- Paper bags with a plastic layer
- Paper towels, napkins
- Tissues
Aluminum containers
- Spray paint cans
- Aerosol cans with any contents remaining
- Propane cylinders
- Foil-lined cardboard take-out containers and lids
Glass bottles & jars
- Drinking glasses or dishes, cookware
- Whole or broken window glass or mirrors
- Ceramic products
- Light bulbs and light fixtures
Foam packaging
- Liquid-absorbing pads used in trays for meat, poultry, fish, etc.
- Labels, tape, paper and cardboard on foam packaging
- Foam peanuts, packing chips, or noodles
- Blue or pink foam board insulation
- Squishy or flexible foam
- Furniture cushions
Plastic bags/Overwrap
- Kitchen stretch wrap
- Packaging labeled biodegradable or compostable
- Lumber or construction wrap
- Garbage bags
Paper
- Hardcover or paperback books (donate or sell)
- Ribbons or bows
- Musical greeting cards with batteries
- Rubber bands
Residential Services
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Island Waste Carriers offers convenient pickup times and consistent, reliable service. Residential garbage recycling is available wherever we offer garbage pickup. Click on a box below to find out more about a service that meets your needs.
