Department of Solid Waste Management

Thermostats

Thermostats containing mercury may be brought to any participant enrolled in the Thermostat Recycling Program operated by the Thermostat Recycling Corp.. Our Northern and Southern Recycling Centers are participating locations.

Drop off Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

- Northern Recycling center located at 601 New Hampshire Avenue, Lakewood, NJ Drop off at building 68.
- Southern Recycling Center located at 379 Haywood Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Drop off at building 105.

Please bring entire thermostat with mercury contained in device. DO NOT remove mercury and bring separately.

Access here our list of Accepted Special Waste - Recycling Drop Off Program

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[02/29/24] 2024 Document Shredding Schedule

The full 2024 schedule for our Residential Document Shredding Program has been announced!

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		Director Barbara Jo Crea Barbara “Bobbi” Jo Crea, a dedicated and active Ocean County leader will serve as the 2024 Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. Read more
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