Episode Details

In this episode, host Bill Gebhart welcomes back Justin Clausen, now Director of Public Works, to talk trash and the exciting changes coming to Ames’ waste and recycling systems. From the end of waste-to-energy to the new Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C), get the inside scoop on how Ames is rethinking sustainability, curbside recycling, and what it means for your bin at the curb.

Episode Highlights:

• Why Ames is phasing out its waste-to-energy model

• What the new R3C facility will offer, including composting, recycling, and landfill transfer

• What to expect from proposed curbside recycling, such as cart size, pickup schedule, accepted items, and added fees

• How the city plans to reduce landfill use and recover more materials

• How to provide feedback and help shape the future of waste management in Ames

Fill out the Residential Curbside Recycling Survey and help shape Ames’ strategy: CityofAmes.org/ResourceRecovery

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