Asheville GreenWorks Hosts Hard 2 Recycle Event for Eco-Friendly Disposal

Asheville, September 17, 2025

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Asheville GreenWorks organized the ‘Hard 2 Recycle’ event at A.C. Reynolds High School, allowing residents to recycle hard-to-dispose items like batteries and appliances. The initiative aimed to promote environmentally conscious disposal and prevent recyclable materials from ending up in landfills. Volunteers assisted participants in unloading items, ensuring proper recycling within the U.S. The event is a vital part of Asheville GreenWorks’ commitment to sustainability, encouraging residents to declutter responsibly while contributing positively to the environment.

Asheville — Asheville GreenWorks hosted the ‘Hard 2 Recycle’ event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at A.C. Reynolds High School, allowing residents to dispose of hard-to-recycle materials such as appliances, batteries, and packaging materials. This initiative aimed to prevent recyclable items from ending up in landfills while promoting environmentally conscious disposal.

The event took place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and included volunteers who assisted community members in unloading items during the event. Eric Bradford, the director of operations at Asheville GreenWorks, confirmed that all items collected would be properly recycled within the U.S., ensuring they did not contribute to landfill waste.

Participants had the opportunity to declutter their homes while contributing positively to the environment. AJ Hardie, executive director of Asheville GreenWorks, noted the liberating feeling of decluttering, underscoring the event’s dual benefit of fostering both personal and environmental wellness.

This ‘Hard 2 Recycle’ event is one of four events that Asheville GreenWorks hosts annually, making it a key fixture in the local sustainability calendar. Residents who missed the event are encouraged to sign up for the Asheville GreenWorks newsletter for information on future recycling opportunities. Additionally, they can utilize the ‘Waste Wizard’ site to identify safe disposal methods for items within Asheville.

A previous iteration of the ‘Hard 2 Recycle’ event was held at North Buncombe High School, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to reduce landfill waste in the region. Asheville GreenWorks’ initiatives have historical significance, as past events have demonstrated the pressing need for proper recycling methods, especially following events like Hurricane Helene, which resulted in thousands of pounds of recyclable materials ending up in landfills.

Event Summary

• Event Name: Hard 2 Recycle
• Date: May 3, 2025
• Location: A.C. Reynolds High School, Asheville
• Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Purpose: Eco-friendly disposal of hard-to-recycle materials
• Goal: Prevent recyclable items from ending up in landfills

About Asheville GreenWorks

Asheville GreenWorks is dedicated to fostering sustainable practices within the community. The organization hosts several events throughout the year, focusing on encouraging residents to participate in eco-friendly practices and proper waste disposal methods. By engaging the community through initiatives like the ‘Hard 2 Recycle’ event, Asheville GreenWorks aims to significantly reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfills.

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