The Industrial, Commercial & Institutional sector is comprised of everything that is not considered a household. Group homes and care facilities are considered IC&I, but not apartment buildings which are considered to be households.

What is our objective for the IC&I sector?

• To maximize the diversion of waste from landfill.
• To achieve this diversion in the most economical manner.
• To ensure all hazardous materials are disposed of in a safe and responsible manner.

How Are We Doing?

• In the seven years since the Quinte Regional Recycling facility opened in September of   1990, the IC&I sector has recycled 27,927 tonnes of waste material through our plant. Check out our Recycling Statistics.
• We estimate that another 25,000 - 30,000 tonnes of waste material has been diverted from landfill through innovative waste reduction efforts by  private recycling operators and haulers. Click here to find out Who's Who.
• We estimate that well over 100 jobs have been created in Centre & South Hastings because of the waste reduction philosophy promoted by our programs.
• Of the 3,300 businesses operating in our region, more than 80% are practicing good waste reduction methods and are participating in recycling.
• Most companies who have implemented waste reduction and recycling programs have seen a reduction in their waste related costs. (Sometimes a very substantial reduction).
• We have successfully found uses for many unusual waste items such as: inks, glue, cardboard, tarps, barrels, pails, skids, rope, plastic items, glass, and various types of packaging. This type of material exchange has saved both the disposer and the reuser thousands of dollars.
• Hazardous Waste in limited quantities from IC&I sources can also be handled by the Waste Services Board.