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Appliances2 materials accepted at 1 locationIn 2018, Americans generated 5.3 million tons of major appliances (including refrigerators, washing machines, and water heaters), but only 3.1 million tons were recycled, leaving 2.1 million tons landfilled.Source: EPA Advancing Sustainable Materials Management: Facts and Figures, 20182

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Major appliances or white goods include items such as refrigerators, washing machines and water heaters.

Refrigerators

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Refrigerators are household appliances that contain recyclable materials including metal cabinets, refrigerant and oil in the compressor, and blowing agents contained in polyurethane foam…

Automotive3 materials accepted at 15 locations3

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Automobiles

Automobiles

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Automobiles are motor vehicles that are among the most recycled products in America, with approximately 75 percent of their weight composed of recyclable metals.

Oil (motor)

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Motor oil is any petroleum-based or synthetic oil that has been used, which becomes contaminated during normal use with impurities and must eventually be…

Lead-acid batteries used in cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, tractors and other mechanical equipment contain sulfuric acid and large amounts of lead.

Batteries3 materials accepted at 25 locationsAmericans throw away about 3 billion batteries each year—totaling roughly 180,000 tons of hazardous waste—while lithium-ion batteries (a fire risk in landfills) are recycled at a rate of less than 5%.Source: EPA 2024 (cited in SAMR Inc. 2026) and Chemical & Engineering News 20253

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Lead-acid batteries used in cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, tractors and other mechanical equipment contain sulfuric acid and large amounts of lead.

Household batteries are portable power sources that come in various chemistries, types and sizes including single-use and rechargeable batteries used in electronics, power tools,…

Vape Batteries

Vape Batteries

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Vape batteries are small lithium-ion rechargeable batteries found in e-cigarettes and vaping devices that power the heating element to vaporize liquid nicotine.

Cloth / Textiles6 materials accepted at 10 locationsIn 2018, Americans generated 17 million tons of textiles, but only 15% (2.5 million tons) were recycled.Source: U.S. EPA Facts and Figures Report, 20186

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Blankets

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Blankets are textile items used for bedding, part of a category that includes sheets and towels, made from various natural and synthetic fiber materials.

Clothing

Clothing

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Clothing is the main source of textiles in municipal solid waste, including shirts, pants, dresses, and other garments made from natural or synthetic fibers.

Outerwear includes coats, jackets, and snow pants that are textile products commonly made from natural fibers, synthetic materials, or blends, all of which can…

Reusable grocery bags are durable cloth or fabric bags designed to replace single-use plastic bags for carrying groceries and purchases.

Shoes

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Footwear is a textile product made from materials like rubber, leather, fabric, and plastics that becomes part of the municipal solid waste stream when…

Socks

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Socks are textile items made from natural or synthetic fibers such as cotton, wool, or polyester, commonly worn as clothing for the feet.

Construction Materials2 materials accepted at 2 locationsMore than 75% of construction waste from wood, drywall, asphalt shingles, bricks, and clay tiles ends up in U.S. landfills.Source: EPA data cited in BigRentz, 20242

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Tools - hand

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Hand tools are manually operated implements made primarily of metal, including wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, sockets, hand saws, and garden tools.

Tools - power

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Power tools are electric or battery-powered tools like drills, saws, and sanders that contain motors, rechargeable batteries, circuit boards, and metals that require special…

Electronics10 materials accepted at 19 locationsAmericans generated 2.7 million tons of consumer electronics (including TVs, computers, phones, and stereo systems) in 2018, but only 38.5% was recycled.Source: EPA Facts and Figures about Materials, Waste and Recycling, 201810

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Refrigerators are household appliances that contain recyclable materials including metal cabinets, refrigerant and oil in the compressor, and blowing agents contained in polyurethane foam…

Vape Batteries

Vape Batteries

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Vape batteries are small lithium-ion rechargeable batteries found in e-cigarettes and vaping devices that power the heating element to vaporize liquid nicotine.

Cell phones

Cell phones

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Cell phones are electronic devices made of precious metals, copper, and plastics that can be recycled to recover valuable materials.

Computers

Computers

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Electronic products made from valuable resources and materials, including metals, plastics, and glass, which are desktop computers, laptops, and monitors used for computing tasks.

Electrical cords and wires are cables that contain conductive metals like copper or aluminum surrounded by plastic or rubber insulation, used to transmit electricity…

Ink and toner cartridges are replaceable printer components with plastic housing, toner powder or ink, and metal components that create printed images.

Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are energy-efficient light bulbs that contain a small amount of mercury, about 3-4 milligrams each, sealed within the glass tubing.

Fluorescent lamps are electric lighting devices specifically designed to produce radiant energy, most often in the ultraviolet, visible, and infra-red regions of the electromagnetic…

LED bulbs use a computer chip to direct light of one color in a single direction.

Small household electronics are used electronics nearing the end of their useful life that are discarded, donated, or given to a recycler, including devices…

Food Waste1 material accepted at 10 locationsIn 2019, Americans generated 66 million tons of food waste in the retail, food service, and residential sectors, yet only 5% was composted.Source: EPA Sustainable Management of Food, 2019 data1

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Cooking oil and grease can be recycled into biodiesel, a renewable fuel alternative to petroleum diesel.

Furniture1 material accepted at 1 locationAmericans generated 12.1 million tons of furniture and furnishings in 2018, yet only 0.4% was recycled, with the vast majority (80%) going to landfills.Source: U.S. EPA Advancing Sustainable Materials Management: 2018 Facts and Figures1

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Furniture and furnishings include items such as sofas, tables, chairs and mattresses.

Hazardous Waste8 materials accepted at 21 locationsEach year, the U.S. generates about 38 million tons of hazardous waste, but only 1.6 million tons (roughly 4%) is recovered or recycled.Source: ASCE Infrastructure Report Card 2025 (EPA 2021 data)8

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Oil (motor)

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Motor oil is any petroleum-based or synthetic oil that has been used, which becomes contaminated during normal use with impurities and must eventually be…

Vape Batteries

Vape Batteries

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Vape batteries are small lithium-ion rechargeable batteries found in e-cigarettes and vaping devices that power the heating element to vaporize liquid nicotine.

Aerosol Cans

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Aerosol cans are non-refillable receptacles containing gas compressed, liquefied, or dissolved under pressure to expel a liquid, paste, or powder.

Antifreeze is a concentrated solution that primarily consists of either ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, mixed with water, used to regulate vehicle engine temperature…

Household cleaners are products that can contain hazardous ingredients and may be corrosive, toxic, flammable, or reactive under certain circumstances.

Household hazardous waste consists of leftover household products that can catch fire, react, or explode under certain circumstances, or that are corrosive or toxic.

Paint

Paint

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Paint is a household product that can catch fire, react, or explode under certain circumstances, or that is corrosive or toxic, particularly oil-based paints…

Soaps and detergents are cleaning products containing surfactants that dissolve dirt and grease, designed to be water-soluble and typically safe for drain disposal.

Medical Equipment and Supplies3 materials accepted at 11 locations3

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Eyeglasses

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Eyeglasses are vision correction devices typically consisting of frames (metal or plastic) and lenses (usually plastic or glass).

Medical Equipment

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Durable medical equipment includes mobility and assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches that help people with disabilities or recovering from injuries maintain…

Medication

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Unused, unwanted, or expired medicines and pharmaceuticals, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements, and veterinary medicines.

Medication1 material accepted at 7 locations1

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Medication

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Unused, unwanted, or expired medicines and pharmaceuticals, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements, and veterinary medicines.

Metals10 materials accepted at 5 locationsIn 2018, Americans generated about 26 million tons of metals in municipal solid waste but recycled only 9 million tons (34%), while 14 million tons (54%) were landfilled.Source: EPA Advancing Sustainable Materials Management: 2018 Facts and Figures, https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/10

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Automobiles

Automobiles

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Automobiles are motor vehicles that are among the most recycled products in America, with approximately 75 percent of their weight composed of recyclable metals.

Scrap aluminum is discarded, used, worn-out, and out-of-date aluminum products including automotive parts, appliances, beverage cans, wires, cables, and building materials.

Aluminum beverage containers include beer and soft drink cans (including all carbonated and non-carbonated soft drinks, tea, tonic, waters and juice beverages).

Brass

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Brass is a metal alloy composed primarily of copper and zinc that is valued for its durability, corrosion resistance, and ability to be recycled…

Copper is a reddish-brown metal found in electrical wiring, plumbing pipes, and electronics that can be recycled repeatedly without losing quality.

Iron

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Iron is a ferrous metal that, by weight, is the largest category of metals in municipal solid waste, commonly found in appliances, automobiles, and…

Metal pipe is hollow cylindrical tubing made from iron, steel, copper, brass, or other metals commonly used in plumbing, construction, and industrial applications that…

Scrap metal is bits and pieces of metal parts or metal pieces that may be combined together with bolts or soldering which, when worn…

Ferrous metals (iron and steel) are the largest category of metals by weight in municipal solid waste, and include items such as appliances, furniture,…

Steel food cans (often called tin cans) are containers made of iron ore and tin that contain 99 percent steel, commonly used for packaging…

Paper Products6 materials accepted at 5 locationsAmericans generated about 67 million tons of paper and cardboard in 2018, but roughly 21 million tons—nearly one-third—were not recycled and ended up landfilled or burned.Source: EPA Facts and Figures about Materials, Waste and Recycling, 2018 data6

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Books

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Books are paper products made of groundwood and chemical pulp that can be recycled when not in usable condition.

Cardboard

Cardboard

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Cardboard is a paper-based packaging material that includes corrugated boxes, brown tubes, packing paper and bags and sacks.

Egg cartons

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Paper egg cartons are recyclable cardboard containers made from molded paper pulp that protect and transport eggs.

Manila file folders are paper office products made from a sturdy, uncoated paper stock used for organizing and storing documents.

Paper (mixed)

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Mixed paper is a broad category that often includes items such as discarded mail, telephone books, paperboard, magazines, and catalogs.

Office papers are nondurable paper products used for printing, copying, and writing in offices and schools.

Plastics6 materials accepted at 7 locationsAmericans generated about 36 million tons of plastic waste in 2018, but only 3 million tons—roughly 9%—were recycled, with the rest landfilled or burned.Source: EPA Facts and Figures about Materials, Waste and Recycling, 2018 data6

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Plastic #1, known as polyethylene terephthalate (PET or PETE), is commonly used in soft drink and water bottles and can be recycled into fiber,…

Colored HDPE plastic bottles and jugs, such as those used for laundry detergent and cleaning products, are made of high-density polyethylene marked with the…

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a durable plastic used for milk, water, and juice bottles that is widely recyclable and marked with the number 2.

CDs and DVDs are manufactured by combining various mined metals (aluminum, gold, silver and nickel) with petroleum-derived plastics, lacquers and dyes.

Plastic grocery bags are primarily made from low-density polyethylene (LDPE), a flexible plastic film used to carry purchases.

Vinyl records (EP/LP/45) are disc-shaped music media made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic that store sound in grooves.

🛠️Tools and equipment3 materials accepted at 2 locations3

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Food processing equipment includes commercial and industrial machinery used to prepare, package, and handle food, typically made of stainless steel and other metals.

Tools - hand

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Hand tools are manually operated implements made primarily of metal, including wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, sockets, hand saws, and garden tools.

Tools - power

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Power tools are electric or battery-powered tools like drills, saws, and sanders that contain motors, rechargeable batteries, circuit boards, and metals that require special…


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Address: 2128 Van Horn Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-3pm

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 975 Van Horn Road, Suite 6 Suite 6, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Last updated on June 20, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 3598 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM-12:00 AM, Sun 10:00 AM-11:00 PM

Last updated on June 21, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2925 Newby Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›

The center processes approximately 40,000 pairs of eyeglasses per year and sends out approximately 30,000 to eye care missions. The Lions ship glasses recycled at their Aurora Borealis Lions Eyeglass Recycling Facility…

Last updated on June 25, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 3027 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM-7:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›

Contact business for details about collection and dropoff options.

Last updated on May 31, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 401 E Van Horn Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

To secure a precise quote for your exact material (whether it is structural steel, pipe, sheet metal, or non-ferrous scrap), it is best to contact them directly.

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Chena Tool Library This location loves volunteers!

Nonprofit
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Address: 1917 Lillian Street, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Wednesday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 9am-5pm

A tool library is just what it sounds like: a place for community members to share resources, learn from each other, and check out tools for their own projects. The sharing economy…

Last updated on July 2, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 32 College Rd., Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7

Last updated on June 3, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2226 Old Steese Hwy N Y, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7

Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 805 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7

Last updated on June 3, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 301 N Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, AK Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7

Drop box is located near the Northwest corner of the parking lot just West of the welcome center.

Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 1910 Tanana Lp E, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7

Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 1650 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat-Sun 10am-6pm

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 725 26th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701-2377 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm

Last updated on June 20, 2026 by Green Star GM

Fairbanks Rescue Mission This location loves volunteers!

Nonprofit
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Address: 723 27th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: 9am-5pm M-F

The Fairbanks Rescue Mission serves over 100 people a day and are in constant need of the following items: Men’s/ Women’s t-shirts & underwear (New) sm, med , l, xl Men’s Jeans…

Last updated on June 22, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 505 Old Steese Hwy, Ste 126, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

FNSB Central Recycling Facility (CRF) This location loves volunteers!

Recycling FacilityFNSB residents and businesses only
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Address: 1855 Marika Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:30pm, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Closed Sunday-Monday

The FNSB Central Recycling Facility (CRF) is an FNSB Solid Waste provided service for FNSB residents and businesses / organizations only. The CRF is funded via the FNSB Enterprise Fund (landfill tipping…

Last updated on July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 455 Sanduri Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm; closed New Year's, Thanksgiving, Christmas

The FNSB Sanitary Landfill also serves as the transfer sites for FNSB residents living inside the City of Fairbanks.

Last updated on June 21, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 889 Holmes Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 5749 Old Chatanika Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 13, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2395 Old Chena Ridge Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2535 Little Shot Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 301 Old Steese Highway N, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sun 6am-10pm

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2180 Farmers Loop Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 284 Goldstream Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 3485 Old Richardson Highway, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2740 Old Richardson Highway, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›

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Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 901 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›

The mission of BRIDGE is to assist young adults with developmental disabilities in gaining skills, knowledge and appropriate behaviors to become successful individuals, citizens and workers in the community.

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 930 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sun 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Green Star of Interior Alaska This location loves volunteers!

NonprofitInterior Alaska
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Address: 2134 Texaco Ave Suite A, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Office: Mon-Thu 9am-2pm; Electronics Sales: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 1pm-5pm

Home of the Green Star electronics recycling warehouse and our Reuse IT discounted refurbished electronics store, Repair IT desktop and laptop repair, Rebuild IT computer building classes and Reboot IT technology grants.

Last updated on June 21, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 1301 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sat: 6:00am - 10:00pm; Sun: 7:00am - 8:00pm

Take compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) to staff at self-checkout lane if service desk attendants do not know where they belong.

Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM

Literacy Council - Forget-me-not Books This location loves volunteers!

Nonprofit
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Address: 2216 S. Cushman Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11:00am-5:30pm

Last updated on July 2, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 1550 Spur Ct., North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-5pm

Formerly Chena Power / K & K Recycling

Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 30 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 301 N Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.

Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 138 10th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: 24/7

Last updated on June 22, 2026 by Green Star GM

The Folk School This location loves volunteers!

Nonprofit
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Address: Pioneer Park, Cabin 66, 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: By appointment or class schedule

Last updated on July 1, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 1651 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-7:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm

Last updated on June 20, 2026 by Green Star GM

Address: 2222 S Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Hours: Monday - Saturday: 10:00am - 5:30pm

Acceptable items: Clean Clothing Linens and towels Clothing accessories: belts, ties, scarves, hats Small appliances Clean shoes, boots, sandals, etc. Vehicles with titles Toys, games, puzzles Eye glasses Books, DVD'S, VHS's, Cassette…

Last updated on June 20, 2026 by Green Star GM


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