Zero Waste Patrol
Live Thrive’s Zero Waste Patrol!
To further expand and make our services more convenient, CHaRM’s Zero Waste Patrol Program was born! This initiative offers home pickup services (in a limited area) for hard-to-recycle materials. If you are interested in having CHaRM’s Zero Waste Patrol come to your neighborhood, email us at lt@livethrive.org!
Service Available in the Following Zip Codes:
30002
30030
30032
30033
30305
30306
30307
30308
30309
30310
30312
30315
30316
30317
30318
30319
30324
30326
30327
30328
30329
30337
30338
30340
30341
30342
30345
2023 Holiday Closures
Oct 19 (Annual Fundraiser!), Nov 23, Nov 25, Dec 26, Dec 28, Dec 30
The Process is Extremely Easy!
1. Schedule Pickup
Simply schedule a pickup with CHaRM. Your first pickup includes your tote bag! We will deliver your bag one to two days prior to your initial pickup date. Non-refundable payment must be received when scheduling.
2. Sort Recyclables
Place accepted recyclables in the provided tote. Make sure that items are clean, dry and free of food debris. Please separate them into paper or plastic bags. We will recycle your plastic bags for you too!
3. Place Tote for Pickup
Place the filled tote in a predetermined spot and the Zero Waste Patrol will collect it on your scheduled pickup date!
Frequently Asked Questions
How big are the totes?
Medium Bag: 24in long x 12in deep x 15in wide
Large Bag: 38in long x 12in deep x 15in wide
What does this service cost?
Large Bag: The initial cost is $55, which includes the large reusable tote and your first pickup service for FREE. Each additional pickup costs $35.
Do you take bulky items?
When will my CHaRM Zero Waste Patrol bag be delivered?
What items does the Zero Waste Patrol collect?
Make sure that all items are clean, dry and sorted with like materials. Place your items in paper or plastic bags. We will recycle your bags as well.
- Glass–Wine/beer liquor bottles, jars, condiment jars, etc. are all accepted.
- Styrofoam–To go containers and shipping styrofoam are accepted. We do not accept black styrofoam or packing peanuts.
- Plastic film–Plastic grocery bags, bread bags, produce bags, dry cleaning bags and plastics that “stretch”, we’ll likely take it. If it crunches, it is likely not recyclable (pet food bags, snack food bags, grape bags, etc.)
- Plastics #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, plastic utensils, plastic straws.
- Mixed paper and books.
- Small electronics–Cell phones, cords, cables, laptops, curling irons, hairdryers. We do not take TV’s or computer monitors.
- Textiles–We will accept used, worn, tattered or new, but will not accept rugs or carpet.
When is payment due for my pickup service?
Be sure to submit payment with your reservation.
Are the fees refundable?
Fees are refundable if cancellation is requested more than 48 hours ahead of scheduled pickup. Otherwise, the fees are non-refundable.
How do I prepare my items for collection?
Items that are not CLEAN, DRY AND FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS will not be accepted. Please separate them into paper or plastic bags. We will recycle your plastic bags for you too!
Can I put my hard-to-recycle materials in plastic bags inside the tote?
Absolutely! We will recycle the plastic bags for you.