Hazardous Waste Disposal in Green Bay

Hazardous waste disposal in Green Bay is a service offered by ADCO Environmental Services to waste generators in The Green Bay area and nearby towns such as Appleton, Neenah, and Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin. ADCO is a full service waste management company offering hazardous and radioactive waste disposal services to those who generator waste such as businesses, government agencies, and industrial facilities.

Options For Hazardous & Radioactive Waste in Green Bay

Whether you are a very small quantity generator (VSQG) or a large quantity generator (LQG), ADCO is here to assist you with your waste disposal needs. We’re even able to assist you with obtaining an “Episodic Event Waiver” if needed or apply for a new EPA ID number.

ADCO specializes in offering all types and sizes of USDOT approved shipping containers to waste generators in and near Green Bay and can even guide you to a supplier you may utilize on your own to save yourself more money. If you discover you have a leaking drum, we are still able to assist you! Our staff has been well trained on the proper drum overpacking and repacking requirements set forth by the USDOT and USEPA if the shipping container the waste is contained in is not in “shippable condition” and in need of being replaced to be considered roadworthy.

ADCO Is Here To Assist Green Bay

We specialize in handling your waste streams in a manner to keep you in compliance with the regulatory agencies such as Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources all while keeping the costs affordable to you!

We are often contacted by waste generators that are in very complex situations regarding how to properly dispose of their waste such as they: have the waste contained in drums that are considered to be odd ball size in nature, drums containing unknown contents, and of course projects where state and/or federal agencies have become involved. ADCO’s promise is to properly manage your waste from beginning to end and dispose of your waste at a only a fully licensed and insured waste processor.

ADCO Offers Green Bay a One Stop Shop

We have prepared countless waste profiles for our clients and are very familiar with the waste profiling process at waste processors which changes constantly. ADCO’s staff is well aware that the preparation of the paperwork needed to ship out hazardous waste is very time consuming to prepare and often very confusing which is why we want you to know we can prepare your waste profiles and shipping manifests for you.

Hazardous waste profiles are prepared in-house by our staff which has many years of knowledge when it comes to working with waste processors and knowing what is required to get your waste profiles approved. Once your waste profiles are approved, we will contact you to schedule a mutually agreeable time to have the waste removed from your facility for final disposal.

We Specialize in Following Services in Green Bay:

Hazardous Waste Disposal

Lab packing / Laboratory Cleanouts

Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal

Radioactive Waste Disposal

Servicing Industrial Clients

Spill Clean-Ups

Waste Remediation Projects

About Hazardous Waste Disposal in Green Bay For Residents:

In Green Bay, Wisconsin, disposing of hazardous waste properly is important for both environmental protection and safety. The city provides specific guidelines and locations for disposal. Here’s how you can safely dispose of hazardous waste in Green Bay:

1. Check for Local Hazardous Waste Collection Events:

The City of Green Bay and Brown County often host household hazardous waste collection events. These events allow residents to drop off hazardous materials for proper disposal at no charge.

• Dates and Locations: The events are typically held several times a year. You can check the official Brown County Recycling & Waste website for the schedule and event details.

• Types of Items Accepted: Items like paints, pesticides, cleaners, solvents, automotive fluids, and batteries can be dropped off during these events.

2. Brown County Hazardous Waste Facility (Brown County Recycling & Waste Center):

• Location: 2561 S. Broadway, Green Bay, WI

• Hours: Generally, the facility is open Monday through Saturday. However, specific hours and conditions may apply, so it’s best to call ahead or check their website for the latest details.

• Accepted Items: The facility accepts household hazardous waste such as paints, pesticides, cleaning products, automotive fluids, and certain electronics (like fluorescent bulbs and batteries).

• Charges: Some items may incur a small disposal fee, but many items are accepted free of charge.

Note: The center does not accept large quantities of hazardous materials, commercial waste, or materials from businesses.

3. Retailer Take-Back Programs:

Some local retailers in Green Bay (such as Home Depot or Lowe’s) may offer recycling or take-back programs for products like paint and certain types of electronics or batteries. Check with individual stores to see if they participate in any disposal programs.

4. Properly Dispose of Specific Hazardous Items:

• Batteries: Many stores, such as Walmart, Target, and certain hardware stores, offer battery recycling bins.

• Electronics: If you’re disposing of old electronics (computers, TVs, phones), you can look for specialized e-waste recycling centers in the area.

• Fluorescent Bulbs: These can be taken to places like hardware stores that have bulb recycling services or to the Brown County facility.

5. Never Dispose of Hazardous Waste in Regular Trash or Down Drains:

Hazardous materials should never be thrown in the trash, poured down drains, or flushed down toilets. This can harm the environment, pollute water sources, and pose health risks to animals and humans.

6. Contact Local Authorities:

If you are unsure about how to dispose of a specific hazardous material, contact Brown County Recycling & Waste or the Green Bay Public Works Department for more guidance.

Additional Resources:

• Brown County Recycling & Waste:
  Website: www.browncountywi.gov
  Phone: (920) 492-4950

• Green Bay Public Works:
  Website: www.greenbaywi.gov
  Phone: (920) 448-0580

By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your hazardous waste is disposed of safely and in compliance with local regulations.