Recognizing Excellence in Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Environmental Purchasing
Become A Washington County Recycle at Work Business!
Washington County businesses can qualify to become a Recycle at Work Business by 
implementing simple steps. Creating less waste, recycling, and buying recycled products helps make Washington County a healthier place to live, work, and conduct business.
Become a Washington County Recycle at Work Business and your organization will be considered for the "Spotlight on Business" article in our newsletter and listed as a porgram participant on RecycleWise.org.
Not sure if your business qualifies? Recycle at Work's experienced team will guide you through the application process and assist you in achieving your sustainability goals.
Ways to Qualify Your Business :
- Use paper made with at least 30% recycled content
- Purchase at least three recycled-content items
- Collect paper, cardboard, plastic bottles& tubs, aluminum, tin, and glass for recycling
- Have an established Green Team or Recycling Coordinator
- Engage in at least five waste prevention practices
- Receive Washington County's electronic business newsletter
- Have a written pruchasing policy that supports the purchase of recycled-content supplies
- Go above and beyond the practices listed above...
Apply Today! Washington County Recycle at Work Application (pdf)
We're excited to learn more about your business' sustainable efforts! This application is designed reduce waste by allowing users to complete it electronically and submit it to Washington County Recycle at Work Program. If your preference is to send it through the postal service, that's great! We'll be glad to process it! We look forward to connecting with you! |
Learn more about the Washington County Recycle At Work Program
(503) 846-8609 or via email at recycle@co.washington.or.us