Mixed Paper Pile

Mixed Paper

Chicago's paper recycling drop-off for businesses and residents.

Questions? Contact Us

✅ We Accept

  • Office paper (white and colored)

  • Newspapers and inserts

  • Magazines and catalogs

  • Phone books

  • Junk mail and envelopes

  • Paper bags

  • Paperboard boxes (cereal boxes, etc.)

  • Shredded paper (bagged)

❌ We Don't Accept

  • Wax-coated paper

  • Food-contaminated paper

  • Paper towels or tissues

  • Carbon paper

  • Photographs

Business Paper Programs

Offices and businesses can set up regular paper pickup service. We provide containers and scheduled collection for:

  • Secure document destruction

  • Office paper recycling

  • Cardboard and packaging

Shredded Paper Guidelines

We accept shredded paper, but it must be contained in clear plastic bags to prevent it from blowing around the facility. Small quantities can be mixed with regular paper; large quantities should be separated.

Environmental Impact

Recycling one ton of paper saves approximately 17 trees, 7,000 gallons of water, and 3 cubic yards of landfill space. Your paper recycling makes a real difference.

Mixed Paper Pile

Mixed Paper

Chicago's paper recycling drop-off for businesses and residents.

Mixed Paper Pile

Mixed Paper

Chicago's paper recycling drop-off for businesses and residents.

Questions? Contact Us

✅ We Accept

  • Office paper (white and colored)

  • Newspapers and inserts

  • Magazines and catalogs

  • Phone books

  • Junk mail and envelopes

  • Paper bags

  • Paperboard boxes (cereal boxes, etc.)

  • Shredded paper (bagged)

❌ We Don't Accept

  • Wax-coated paper

  • Food-contaminated paper

  • Paper towels or tissues

  • Carbon paper

  • Photographs

Business Paper Programs

Offices and businesses can set up regular paper pickup service. We provide containers and scheduled collection for:

  • Secure document destruction

  • Office paper recycling

  • Cardboard and packaging

Shredded Paper Guidelines

We accept shredded paper, but it must be contained in clear plastic bags to prevent it from blowing around the facility. Small quantities can be mixed with regular paper; large quantities should be separated.

Environmental Impact

Recycling one ton of paper saves approximately 17 trees, 7,000 gallons of water, and 3 cubic yards of landfill space. Your paper recycling makes a real difference.

Need a dumpster?

Need a dumpster?

Need a dumpster?

Chicago's Recycling Company.

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

GreenWay Recycling

2100 S. Kilbourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60623

Chicago's Recycling Company.

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

GreenWay Recycling

2100 S. Kilbourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60623

Chicago's Recycling Company.

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

GreenWay Recycling

2100 S. Kilbourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60623