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Food - shelf-stable
Food Waste
Reuse
Accepted at 2 locations
Shelf-stable foods like canned goods, dry goods, pasta, jerky, and spices are products that remain safe indefinitely when properly stored, though quality may decline over time.
Source: epa.gov : Preventing Wasted Food At Home | US EPA (3)
Food - shelf-stable Summary
Also known as: dry goods, canned goods, jarred goods, pasta, jerkey, spices,
Accepted Locations
Fairbanks Community Food Bank This location loves volunteers!See details ›
Residential—Business—
Address: 725 26th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701-2377 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 457-4273
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm
DoCheck if food is still edible
Don'tDo not donate food in bulging or badly damaged containers or packaging.
Last updated on July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Fairbanks Rescue Mission This location loves volunteers!
Reuse
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
Address: 723 27th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 452-5343
Hours: 9am-5pm M-F
See details ›Last updated on July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
About Food - shelf-stable
What it is
Shelf-stable goods include items from across the food supply chain, from produce gleaned from farm fields to shelf-stable goods at a grocery store to extra meals prepared at a cafeteria. Wholesome food that goes unsold or uneaten can be rescued, donated, or redistributed to feed people, which is one of the most preferred pathways because it ensures that food and the resources used to produce it are not wasted. Canned goods will last for years, as long as the can itself is in good condition (no rust, dents, or swelling), and packaged foods like cereal, pasta, and cookies will be safe past the 'best by' date, although they may eventually become stale or develop an off flavor.(1, 4, 5)
How it’s recycled
Usable shelf-stable foods should be donated rather than recycled (composted) where possible. Composting wasted food with other organic materials like yard trim produces an end product called compost—a valuable, biologically-stable soil amendment that can be used to build soil health, increase soil water retention, and reduce soil erosion. Anaerobic digestion is the process by which microorganisms break down organic materials, such as wasted food, in the absence of oxygen, and generates biogas, which can be a source of renewable energy. Turning wasted food into animal feed often requires some processing such as cooking, rendering, or drying.(1, 2, 4)
How to prepare it
Nutritious, safe, and untouched food can be donated to food banks and other organizations to help those in need. Expiration dates refer to quality, not safety, and food past the expiration date can be donated if it still looks, smells, and feels safe to eat. For composting, shelf-stable food should have packaging removed and be mixed with other organic materials.(1, 6, 7)
Common mistakes
Many forget to check whether or not shelf-stable products are still edible, and therefore potentially donatable to food banks and other organizations which distribute or use them locally. One-third of all food in the United States goes uneaten, and EPA estimates that in 2019, about 96 percent of households' wasted food ended up in landfills, combustion facilities, or down the drain to the sewer system. Virtually no food banks or pantries will accept deeply dented cans, as the food inside can be exposed to bacteria.(1, 3, 6)
Environmental impact
Over one-third of the food produced in the United States is never eaten, wasting the resources used to produce it, and much of it is sent to landfills where it breaks down and generates methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Wasted food is the single most common material landfilled and incinerated in the United States, comprising 24% and 22% of landfilled and combusted municipal solid waste, respectively. Source reduction, donation and upcycling are the most environmentally preferable pathways because they can displace additional food production.(1, 2, 4)
Sources & additional reading
- Wasted Food Scale | US EPA epa.gov
- From Field to Bin: The Environmental Impacts of U.S. Food Waste Management Pathways | US EPA epa.gov
- Preventing Wasted Food At Home | US EPA epa.gov
- Sustainable Management of Food | US EPA epa.gov
- Before You Toss Food, Wait. Check It Out! | USDA usda.gov
- Food Donations FAQ & State Law Protections sandiegocounty.gov
- "Expiration” Dates: Can You Donate Past-Date Packaged Foods? nycfoodpolicy.org
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Address: 2128 Van Horn Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 452-2002
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-3pm
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 975 Van Horn Road, Suite 6 Suite 6, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-479-7940
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 ›
Phone: (907) 328-0422
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM-12:00 AM, Sun 10:00 AM-11:00 PM
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoTape battery terminals with fully transparent non-conducting tape
Place batteries in separate plastic bags to prevent fires
Remove battery from vape if designed to be easily removed
Put swollen or damaged vapes in watertight container with sand
Place batteries in separate plastic bags to prevent fires
Remove battery from vape if designed to be easily removed
Put swollen or damaged vapes in watertight container with sand
Don'tDon't put vape batteries in household garbage or recycling bins
Don't rinse containers - nicotine residue is hazardous waste
Don't attempt to remove batteries that are embedded or glued in
Don't bring uncovered batteries with exposed terminals
Don't rinse containers - nicotine residue is hazardous waste
Don't attempt to remove batteries that are embedded or glued in
Don't bring uncovered batteries with exposed terminals
Last updated on June 21, 2026 by Green Star GM
Aurora Borealis Lions Eyeglass Recycling & Vision Center This location loves volunteers!
Donation Center
Address: 2925 Newby Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-385-3164
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 ›
Phone: (907) 328-4040
Hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM-7:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›
Phone: 207-692-6984
Contact business for details about collection and dropoff options.
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Electrical cords / wires Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoBundle or separate from other materials
Don'tCheck facility requirements
Aluminum (scrap) Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoSeparate from trash
Don'tCheck business requirements
Copper Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoSeparate by metal type when possible
Don'tCheck business requirements
Last updated on May 31, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 401 E Van Horn Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 452-4417
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.
Accepted materials
Automobiles Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoCall to make arrangements first.
Bring any title / paperwork you happen to have (no title OK).
Empty the vehicle of personal belongings and trash
Bring any title / paperwork you happen to have (no title OK).
Empty the vehicle of personal belongings and trash
Don'tDo not leave vehicles during non-operating hours.
Electrical cords / wires Recycle Learn more ›
Residential$Business$
DoBundle or separate from other materials
Deliver during operating hours
Deliver during operating hours
Don'tDo not burn off rubber / plastic wire coatings.
Do not bring large quantities without calling first.
Do not bring large quantities without calling first.
Aluminum (scrap) Recycle Learn more ›
Residential$Business$
DoSeparate from trash
Don'tDo not bring large quantities without calling first.
Aluminum Beverage Containers Recycle Learn more ›
Residential$Business$
DoEmpty containers only
No plastic labels
Deliver during operating hours to receive payment.
No plastic labels
Deliver during operating hours to receive payment.
Don'tNo partially full or contaminated containers.
Brass Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoContact for details
Copper Recycle Learn more ›
Residential$Business$
DoBring in during operating hours.
Iron Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoSmall quantities can be put in the bins outside our location.
Don'tDo not bring large quantities with out calling first.
Pipe (metal) Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoCall for arrangements
Scrap Metal Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoSmall quantities can be dropped in the bins outside our facility.
Don'tDon't bring large quantities before calling.
Steel / Ferrous metal (scrap) Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialVariesBusinessVaries
DoSeparate from trash
Steel / tin food cans Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessVaries
DoRinse containers; remove food residue; remove labels when required
Don'tNo food residue
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 1917 Lillian Street, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 455-8665
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
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used outerwear
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated material
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Socks Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate clean, dry, and odor-free socks.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Don'tNo wet or contaminated socks.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
Last updated on June 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 2226 Old Steese Hwy N Y, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 457-8903
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used outerwear
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated material
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Socks Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate clean, dry, and odor-free socks.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Don'tNo wet or contaminated socks.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 805 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used outerwear
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated material
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Socks Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate clean, dry, and odor-free socks.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Don'tNo wet or contaminated socks.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
Last updated on June 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 301 N Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, AK Get directions ›
Phone: 907-451-7766
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7
Drop box is located near the Northwest corner of the parking lot just West of the welcome center.
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used outerwear
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated material
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Socks Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate clean, dry, and odor-free socks.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Don'tNo wet or contaminated socks.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 1910 Tanana Lp E, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-456-8901
Hours: Dropbox is available 24/7
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Ensure items are clean, dry, and odor-free
Donate shoes and bedding/linens in separate bags
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped clothing
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil or grease stains
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate gently used outerwear
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Wash or dry clean outerwear before donating
Make sure items are completely dry before drop-off
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items
Don'tNo wet or contaminated material
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
No badly damaged, worn out or ripped items
No stained or odor-laden outerwear
No non-clothing items in drop boxes
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points
Socks Reuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness—
DoDonate clean, dry, and odor-free socks.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Call 907-451-7766 to schedule pickup of non-clothing items.
Don'tNo wet or contaminated socks.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
No socks stained with gasoline or solvents.
No socks with rips or holes please.
No non-clothing items in drop boxes.
Do not leave bags outside bins or collection points.
Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 1650 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-458-5615
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 ›
Phone: (907) 457-4273
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm
Last updated on July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Fairbanks Police Department
Municipal Service
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
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 July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 505 Old Steese Hwy, Ste 126, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 374-1330
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Also includes: vape pens, vape mods, disposable vapes, e-cigarettes, juul, electronic cigarettes
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
Address: 1855 Marika Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-374-6616
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…
Accepted materials
Batteries - household / non-automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoUse designated battery collection bucket on the table just past the paper / cardboard dropoff area.
Use clear tape to tape over the terminals / contacts of any battery over 9v or any lithium chemistry battery such as tool batteries, phone batteries, laptop batteries, etc.
Use clear tape to tape over the terminals / contacts of any battery over 9v or any lithium chemistry battery such as tool batteries, phone batteries, laptop batteries, etc.
Don'tDo not place loose batteries in trash
Do not tape batteries with anything other than fully transparent tape.
Do not tape batteries with anything other than fully transparent tape.
Also includes: tool batteries, coin cells, phone batteries, laptop batteries, a, aa, aaa, c, d, 9v, NiMH, NiCad, LiPo, rechargeable lithium batteries, disposable lithium batteries, alkaline, standard, zinc carbon batteries, UPS batteries,sealed lead acid batteries, camera batteries
What happens: Non-automotive batteries collected st the FNSB CRF are transported to Green Star of Interior Alaska to be sorted by chemistry and shipped to the lower 48 for recycling.
Ink/Toner Cartridges Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoKeep cartridges intact.
Original packaging is OK
Original packaging is OK
Don'tDo not place loose toner or ink cartridges in the trash.
Do not include waste toner drums.
Do not include waste toner drums.
Also includes: ink jet cartridges, ink jet refills, black toner cartridges, color toner cartridges, copier toner, printer toner, toner refills
What happens: Ink and toner cartridges are collected for the FNSBSD BRIDGE program. They are transported to Green Star where BRIDGE collects the ink and toner and processes it for recycling in the lower 48. Neither FNSB nor Green Star charge for collection or transport, nor do either derive revenue from the PRIDGE program's recycling of this material; however BRIDGE does derive some revenue from recycling ink and toner.
Light bulbs (LED) Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoPlastic lenses only.
Plastic LED tubes OK.
Keep intact
Plastic LED tubes OK.
Keep intact
Don'tNO GLASS bulbs or tubes
What happens: Plastic-lensed LED bulbs are transported with other electronics to Green Star to be processed and shipped to the lower 48 for recycling.
Small / household electronics Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~500 yd³ (101 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoRemove electronics from boxes and packaging.
Remove glass and plastic accessories that are non-electronic (blender caraffe's, microwave glass plates, etc.).
Remove glass and plastic accessories that are non-electronic (blender caraffe's, microwave glass plates, etc.).
Don'tNo major appliances;
No electronics that use refrigerant or ran on gas / oil
No mercury containing electronics (thermostats / relays)
No vacuum cleaners
Not CD's, floppy disks or audio / video tapes.
No glass components (coffee pots, glass microwave trays, glass bulbs in string lights).
No glass lightbulbs of any kind.
No smoke detectors that are not opto-electric.
No automotive batteries, or batteries that can be "filled".
No electronics that use refrigerant or ran on gas / oil
No mercury containing electronics (thermostats / relays)
No vacuum cleaners
Not CD's, floppy disks or audio / video tapes.
No glass components (coffee pots, glass microwave trays, glass bulbs in string lights).
No glass lightbulbs of any kind.
No smoke detectors that are not opto-electric.
No automotive batteries, or batteries that can be "filled".
Also includes: Anything not on the "Don'ts" list that ever had a cord or battery is acceptable - and we will take most of the cords and batteries too!, Cell phones, Computers, Electrical cords / wires, Tools - power
What happens: Electronics collected st the FNSB CRF are transported to Green Star of Interior Alaska to be sorted by chemistry and shipped to the lower 48 for recycling.
Eyeglasses RecycleReuse Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoDonate usable eyeglasses, including non-prescription glasses.
Don'tDo not include hard cases.
Do not donate contact lenses.
Do not donate contact lenses.
Also includes: Sunglasses, reader glasses, prescription glasses, eyewear, glasses, spectacles, monacles,
What happens: Eyeglasses collected at the FNSB CRF are taken to the Aurora Borealis Lions Eyeglass Recycling center in North Pole, where the prescriptions are read, logged and eyeglasses are provided to those in need in Alaska and all over the world.
Aluminum Beverage Containers Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~77 yd³ (19 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoEmpty beverage containers only
Remove plastic labels
Remove plastic labels
Don'tNo food residue
No partially full containers
No aluminum food cans
No partially full containers
No aluminum food cans
Also includes: Aluminum bottles, aluminum cups
What happens: Aluminum beferage containers are baled and shipped to the lower 48 to be recycled.
Steel / tin food cans Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~18 yd³ (9.2 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoRemove labels (cans with labels printed directly on the can OK)
Put paper labels from food cans in with your mixed paper recycling
Rinse / remove food residue
Check with a magnet if you are unsure about whether or not your cans are steel
Put paper labels from food cans in with your mixed paper recycling
Rinse / remove food residue
Check with a magnet if you are unsure about whether or not your cans are steel
Don'tDo not put aluminum food cans (most often pet food, tuna fish, etc) with your steel / tin cans
What happens: C&R Pipe and Steel here in Fairbanks replaces the rolloff and integrates the steel / tin food cans collected from the CRF with their other metal recycling.
Books Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoConsider donating good-condition books before recycling
Break paperback and hardcover pages into 1/4" sections
Remove hardcover book covers before recycling
Remove plastic and metal bindings (including large binder clips, spirals, etc.)
Break paperback and hardcover pages into 1/4" sections
Remove hardcover book covers before recycling
Remove plastic and metal bindings (including large binder clips, spirals, etc.)
Don'tDon't recycle wet, moldy, or yellowed books
Don't recycle hardcover books without removing the cover
Don't recycle hardcover books without removing the cover
Also includes: paper back, hard cover, publications
What happens: Books are baled with either mixed paper or white / office paper.
Cardboard Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~1,080 yd³ (594 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoFlatten boxes prior to delivery whenever possible.
Keep as dry as possible.
Keep as dry as possible.
Don'tNo wax-coated cardboard
No plastic-covered cardboard
No food residue / oily cardboard
No plastic-covered cardboard
No food residue / oily cardboard
Also includes: brown packing paper, tubes, paper towel tubes, toilet paper tubes, paper egg cartons, corner boards
What happens: Cardboard is baled into ~ 1000 lb. bales which are staged until we have enough to send a pure-load (nothing but cardboard in the container). These pure-loads bypass additional processing in Anchorage and are shipped directly from the CRF to FNSB's downstream processor, Smurfitt Westrock (a paper and packaging manufacturer), which integrates recycling into their production lines.
Paper (mixed) Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~198 yd³ (99 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoKeep clean and dry.
Remove non-paper packaging.
Remove hard-covers from books.
Tear books and magazines into sections less than 1/4" thick.
Bag shredded paper prior to delivery to CRF.
Remove metal from hanging file folders.
Remove non-paper packaging.
Remove hard-covers from books.
Tear books and magazines into sections less than 1/4" thick.
Bag shredded paper prior to delivery to CRF.
Remove metal from hanging file folders.
Don'tNo photo paper
No paper plates
No paper cups
No napkins
No tissues
No paper milk cartons
No hard cover books
No paper stickers
No paper plates
No paper cups
No napkins
No tissues
No paper milk cartons
No hard cover books
No paper stickers
Also includes: boxboard (ceral, cracker, drink boxes, etc.) newspaper, magazines, greeting cards, junk mail, shredded paper,
What happens: Mixed paper is baled into min. 1100 lb. bales which are staged until we have enough to send a pure-load (nothing but mixed paper in the container). These pure-loads bypass additional processing in Anchorage and are shipped directly from the CRF to FNSB's downstream processor, Smurfitt Westrock (a paper and packaging manufacturer), which integrates recycling into their production lines.
Paper (white / office) Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~66 yd³ (31 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoKeep clean and dry.
Include white envelopes with office paper.
Colored images or printing is OK if printed on ordinary printer / copier paper.
Bag shredded office paper securely
Remove colored Post-it type pages
Ordinary staples are OK and do not need to be removed.
Include white envelopes with office paper.
Colored images or printing is OK if printed on ordinary printer / copier paper.
Bag shredded office paper securely
Remove colored Post-it type pages
Ordinary staples are OK and do not need to be removed.
Don'tNo colored paper
No binder clips
No metal or plastic spirals
No binder clips
No metal or plastic spirals
Also includes: white envelopes, lined notebook paper, white graph paper, copier paper, printer paper, manila folders, Manilla file folders
What happens: Office paper is baled into min. 1100 lb. bales which are staged to be shipped from the CRF to FNSB's downstream processor, Smurfitt Westrock (a paper and packaging manufacturer). Smurfitt Westrock has an Anchorage facility where our bales of office paper will be repackaged with other office paper bales into pure-loads to be shipped to Smuritt Westrock plants in the lower 48 where they integrate recycling into their production lines.
#1 Plastic PETE (bottles and jugs only) Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~63 yd³ (15 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoLook for a shiny surface (even on clear bottles) and a dimple (belly button) on the bottom.
Remove lids.
Empty contents.
Labels and neck-rings OK.
Remove lids.
Empty contents.
Labels and neck-rings OK.
Don'tNo automotive fluid bottles other than windshield washer fluid (usually #2 anyway).
No thermoforms.
No Clamshells.
No thermoforms.
No Clamshells.
Also includes: PETE, PET, number 1, #1,
What happens: PETE bottles and jugs are baled at the CRF. Bales are staged for transport to Anchorage where they will be consolidated with other PETE recycling into a pure-load (container full of nothing but PETE). Unfortunately the current CRF does have enough room to allow us to stage our own pure loads of PETE. The PETE is consolidated in Anchorage by FNSB's downstream processor, Smurfitt Westrock, who ships the material to partner mills in the pacific northwest to be reused in plastic packaging.
#2 Plastic - Colored HDPE (bottles and jugs only) Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~11 yd³ (3.1 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoLook for a matte or satin finish (sometimes hidden under glossy "wraps" and a seam on the bottom of the bottle.
Remove lids from bottles and jugs
Make sure bottles and jugs are empty
Remove lids from bottles and jugs
Make sure bottles and jugs are empty
Don'tDo not include #2 plastics which are not bottles or jugs such as yogurt containers or HDPE pipe
Do not include automotive fluid bottles or jugs other than windshield washer fluid - No other automotive fluid containers accepted.
Do not include automotive fluid bottles or jugs other than windshield washer fluid - No other automotive fluid containers accepted.
What happens: #2 HDPE plastic bottles and jugs are baled in the FNSB CRF and staged for shipment to Anchorage to Smuritt Westrock. Smurfitt Westrock sends plastics and aluminum to partner mills in the Packfic Northwest to be recycled into more plastic and aluminum packaging.
#2 Plastic - Natural HDPE (bottles and jugs only) Recycle Learn more ›♻ ~16 yd³ (4.2 tons) diverted · FY26
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoDo look for a matte or satin finish (sometimes hidden under a glossy "wrap") and a seam on the bottom.
Remove lids from bottles and jugs
Make sure bottles and jugs are empty
Remove lids from bottles and jugs
Make sure bottles and jugs are empty
Don'tDo not include #2 plastics which are not bottles or jugs
Do not include automotive fluid bottles or jugs other than windshield washer fluid - No other automotive fluid containers accepted.
Do not include automotive fluid bottles or jugs other than windshield washer fluid - No other automotive fluid containers accepted.
What happens: #2 Natural HDPE (NHDPE) plastic bottles and jugs are baled in the FNSB CRF and staged for shipment to Anchorage to Smuritt Westrock. Smurfitt Westrock sends plastics and aluminum to partner mills in the Packfic Northwest to be recycled into more plastic and aluminum packaging.
Last updated on July 3, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 455 Sanduri Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
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.
Accepted materials
Major appliances Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoFollow scale house attendant instructions for appliance delivery and placement
Unplug appliances 24-48 hours before drop-off to allow defrosting
Clean appliances thoroughly and remove all food and personal items
Drain dishwashers, washers, and dryers completely before transporting
Tape doors shut to prevent them opening during transport
Unplug appliances 24-48 hours before drop-off to allow defrosting
Clean appliances thoroughly and remove all food and personal items
Drain dishwashers, washers, and dryers completely before transporting
Tape doors shut to prevent them opening during transport
Don'tDo not attempt to remove Freon or refrigerants yourself
Do not leave major appliances at transfer sites
Do not bring appliances with food debris or standing water
Do not dismantle or remove components from appliances yourself
Do not leave major appliances at transfer sites
Do not bring appliances with food debris or standing water
Do not dismantle or remove components from appliances yourself
Also includes: Refrigerators
Automobiles Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoBring any title / paperwork you happen to have (no title OK)
Empty the vehicle of personal belongings and trash
Remove registration, insurance papers, and maintenance records
Cancel your insurance before recycling your vehicle
Empty the vehicle of personal belongings and trash
Remove registration, insurance papers, and maintenance records
Cancel your insurance before recycling your vehicle
Don'tEmpty fluids onto the ground
Leave vehicles at transfer sites - they must be taken to the landfill or another recycler
Forget to remove personal items that could cause identity theft
Leave important documents with personal information in the vehicle
Leave vehicles at transfer sites - they must be taken to the landfill or another recycler
Forget to remove personal items that could cause identity theft
Leave important documents with personal information in the vehicle
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling.
Keep battery upright at all times.
Place in a sturdy container to prevent leakage.
Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling.
Keep battery upright at all times.
Place in a sturdy container to prevent leakage.
Don'tDo not empty batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE.
Do not get battery fluid on skin or clothing.
Do not throw automotive batteries in the trash.
Do not store near heat, sparks, or flammable materials.
Do not place near metal objects to avoid short circuits.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE.
Do not get battery fluid on skin or clothing.
Do not throw automotive batteries in the trash.
Do not store near heat, sparks, or flammable materials.
Do not place near metal objects to avoid short circuits.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoKeep items in original, sealed containers with labels intact
Follow product label instructions for storage and disposal directions
Residents use black totes; businesses follow scale house attendant direction
Follow product label instructions for storage and disposal directions
Residents use black totes; businesses follow scale house attendant direction
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or trash
Do not pour chemicals down sinks, toilets, or drains
Do not mix different products together
Do not store hazardous products in food containers
Do not pour chemicals down sinks, toilets, or drains
Do not mix different products together
Do not store hazardous products in food containers
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Aluminum Beverage Containers Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoRinse containers; remove food residue
Empty all liquids before drop-off
Remove plastic rings and six-pack holders
Crushing cans is optional
Empty all liquids before drop-off
Remove plastic rings and six-pack holders
Crushing cans is optional
Don'tNo food residue
No liquids left inside cans
No plastic rings or six-pack holders attached
No liquids left inside cans
No plastic rings or six-pack holders attached
Scrap Metal Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusiness$
DoCheck business websites for current requirements
Separate ferrous and non-ferrous metals using a magnet
Remove oils, fluids, and non-metal attachments before drop-off
Separate ferrous and non-ferrous metals using a magnet
Remove oils, fluids, and non-metal attachments before drop-off
Don'tDo not mix with household recycling
Do not mix different metal types like copper and steel
Do not leave residual oils or fluids on metal
Do not mix different metal types like copper and steel
Do not leave residual oils or fluids on metal
Also includes: Aluminum (scrap), Brass, Copper, Iron, Pipe (metal), Steel / Ferrous metal (scrap), Steel / tin food cans
Last updated on June 21, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 889 Holmes Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 5749 Old Chatanika Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 13, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 2395 Old Chena Ridge Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 2535 Little Shot Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
FNSB Residential Transfer Site - Farmers Loop East
Transfer SiteFarmers Loop / Goldstream
Address: 301 Old Steese Highway N, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
Hours: Mon-Sun 6am-10pm
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not empty batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
FNSB Residential Transfer Site - Farmers Loop West
Transfer SiteUniversity / UAF Area
Address: 2180 Farmers Loop Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 284 Goldstream Road, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 3485 Old Richardson Highway, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 2740 Old Richardson Highway, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-459-1482
See FNSB documents for accepted items and fees
Accepted materials
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Household Hazardous Waste Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessNOT ACCEPTED
DoFNSB transfer sites and landfill provide black totes for the collection of household hazardous waste.
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Make sure the material container is well sealed and undamaged if possible
Don'tDo not place hazardous waste in regular recycling or in trash.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Do not dump liquids into the totes.
Also includes: Oil (motor), Oil (cooking), Aerosol Cans, Coolant / antifreeze, Household Cleaners, Paint, Soaps and Detergents
Last updated on June 9, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 901 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 474-2144 ext 12103
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
Fred Meyer - East Fairbanks
Retail Drop-Off
Address: 930 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 459-4200
Hours: Mon-Sun 6:00 am - 11:00 pm
Accepted materials
Medication Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse approved medication drop-off locations
Don'tDo not flush medication unless specifically instructed
Grocery bags Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoClean and dry
Don'tNo food residue
Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM
Fred Meyer - West Fairbanks
Retail Drop-Off
Address: 3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 474-1400
Hours: Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Accepted materials
Medication Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse approved medication drop-off locations
Don'tDo not flush medication unless specifically instructed
Grocery bags Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoClean and dry
Don'tNo food residue
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: Fairbanks, AK Get directions ›
Phone: 907-750-5647
Accepted materials
Clothing Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Shoes Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Socks Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 356 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 452-5463
Hours: Open every day 9AM - 11PM
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 506 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 474-4663
Hours: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 665 Rainbow Drive, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 456-4108
Hours: Sun-Thu 10:00 AM-10:00 PM, Fri-Sat 10:00 AM-11:00 PM
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Green Star of Interior Alaska This location loves volunteers!
NonprofitInterior Alaska
Address: 2134 Texaco Ave Suite A, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 452-4152
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
Home Depot - Fairbanks
Retail Drop-Off
Address: 1301 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 451-9003
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
Address: 909 Cushman St Ste 101, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 328-1077
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Sat 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Sun Closed
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Literacy Council - Forget-me-not Books This location loves volunteers!
Nonprofit
Address: 2216 S. Cushman Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 456-6210
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 ›
Phone: 907-488-1409
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-5pm
Formerly Chena Power / K & K Recycling
Accepted materials
Automobiles Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoBring any title / paperwork you happen to have (no title OK). Empty the vehicle of personal belongings and trash
Don'tEmpty fluids onto the ground.
Leave vehicles at transfer sites - they must be taken to the landfill or another recycler.
Leave vehicles at transfer sites - they must be taken to the landfill or another recycler.
Batteries - Automotive Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoUse designated battery drop-off area.
Don'tDo not "empty" batteries of their fluid.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Do not handle damaged batteries without suitable PPE (rubber gloves, eye protection.
Do not get battery fluid on you skin or clothing.
Electrical cords / wires Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoBundle or separate from other materials
Don'tCheck facility requirements
Aluminum (scrap) Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoSeparate from trash
Don'tCheck business requirements
Aluminum Beverage Containers Recycle Learn more ›
Residential—Business—
DoRinse containers; remove food residue
Don'tNo food residue
Brass Recycle Learn more ›
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DoSeparate by metal type when possible
Don'tCheck business requirements
Copper Recycle Learn more ›
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DoSeparate by metal type when possible
Don'tCheck business requirements
Iron Recycle Learn more ›
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DoSeparate from trash
Don'tCheck business requirements
Pipe (metal) Recycle Learn more ›
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DoCheck business requirements
Don'tCheck business requirements
Scrap Metal Recycle Learn more ›
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DoCheck business websites for current requirements
Don'tDo not mix with household recycling
Steel / Ferrous metal (scrap) Recycle Learn more ›
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DoSeparate from trash
Don'tCheck business requirements
Steel / tin food cans Recycle Learn more ›
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DoRinse containers; remove food residue; remove labels when required
Don'tNo food residue
Last updated on June 5, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 503 7th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 374-9333
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00am-12:00am, Sun 11:00am-10:00pm
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
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Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 3025 Parks Hwy, Ste One, Ester, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 460-9333
Hours: Winter Hours: 10am-1am Tue-Wed; 10am-3am Thu-Sat; 10am-10pm Sun-Mon
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
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Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 1851 Fox Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 479-9000
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
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Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 30 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 456-8501
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.
Accepted materials
Medication Learn more ›
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DoDrop medication in original packaging into the bins located in the pharmacy
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Don'tDo not flush down toilets or rinse down drains
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Grocery bags Recycle Learn more ›
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DoEnsure bags are clean, dry and free of food residue
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Don'tDo not include biodegradable or compostable bags
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 456-8501
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.
Accepted materials
Medication Learn more ›
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DoDrop medication in original packaging into the bins located in the pharmacy
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Don'tDo not flush down toilets or rinse down drains
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Grocery bags Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoEnsure bags are clean, dry and free of food residue
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Don'tDo not include biodegradable or compostable bags
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 301 N Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, AK 99705 Get directions ›
Phone: 907-490-2700
Hours: Open 5AM - Midnight 7 days per week.
Accepted materials
Medication Learn more ›
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DoDrop medication in original packaging into the bins located in the pharmacy
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Bring medications in original bottles or in a clear, sealed bag
Remove labels or black out personal health information with permanent marker
Keep liquid medications in original bottle or sealed plastic container
Don'tDo not flush down toilets or rinse down drains
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Do not throw medication in the trash
Do not crush pills when preparing for disposal
Grocery bags Recycle Learn more ›
ResidentialFREEBusinessFREE
DoEnsure bags are clean, dry and free of food residue
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Remove all receipts, stickers and paper before drop-off
Accept HDPE (#2) and LDPE (#4) polyethylene bags only
Don'tDo not include biodegradable or compostable bags
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Do not mix other types of bags or plastics
Do not leave receipts, stickers or other paper inside
Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: 3588 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 456-2020
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM, Sun 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Accepted materials
Vape Batteries Learn more ›
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Last updated on June 15, 2026 by Green Star GM
Last updated on June 22, 2026 by Green Star GM
Address: Pioneer Park, Cabin 66, 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Get directions ›
Phone: (907) 415-8586
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 ›
Phone: (907) 451-0001
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 ›
Phone: (907) 456-2085
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…
Accepted materials
Clothing Reuse Learn more ›
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DoDonate gently used clothing
Ensure items are clean, dry, and free of odors
Place clothing, shoes, and linens in separate bags
Remove all hangers before donating
Ensure items are clean, dry, and free of odors
Place clothing, shoes, and linens in separate bags
Remove all hangers before donating
Don'tNo wet or contaminated clothing
No items with food, oil, or grease stains
No clothing with odors
No hangers in donation bags
No items with food, oil, or grease stains
No clothing with odors
No hangers in donation bags
Outerwear (coats, jackets, snow pants, etc) Reuse Learn more ›
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DoWash or dry clean outerwear before dropping off
Ensure items are completely dry to prevent mold
Donate clean, stain and odor-free items in good condition
Ensure items are completely dry to prevent mold
Donate clean, stain and odor-free items in good condition
Don'tDon't drop off stained or damaged outerwear
Don't leave bags outside the collection point
Don't donate damp or wet items
Don't bring items with dirt or sweat residue
Don't leave bags outside the collection point
Don't donate damp or wet items
Don't bring items with dirt or sweat residue
Shoes Reuse Learn more ›
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DoDonate clean usable shoes
Clean shoes by removing dirt or debris before drop-off
Tie laces together or use rubber band to keep pairs together
Clean shoes by removing dirt or debris before drop-off
Tie laces together or use rubber band to keep pairs together
Don'tNo wet or contaminated shoes
Don't separate pairs during drop-off
Don't separate pairs during drop-off
Small / household electronics Recycle Learn more ›
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DoUse approved electronics collection
Wipe or destroy hard drives before drop-off to protect personal data
Wipe or destroy hard drives before drop-off to protect personal data
Don'tDo not donate broken, malfunctioning or incomplete electronics.
Furniture Reuse Learn more ›
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DoDonate usable furniture
Don'tNo unsafe or heavily damaged items
No furniture exposed to bedbugs or lice
No items that cannot be reused or dismantled
No furniture exposed to bedbugs or lice
No items that cannot be reused or dismantled
Eyeglasses Reuse Learn more ›
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DoPlease donate only undamaged, usable eyeglasses
Last updated on June 20, 2026 by Green Star GM
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