Construction Recycling in New Mexico

The NMRC has created the "New Mexico Construction and Demolition Recycling Guide" to assist both commercial and residential entities with successful jobsite recycling. With more buildings and homes wishing to earn LEED or BuildGreen NM certification, the demand for construction recycling opportunities grows. The latest version was revised January 2010.

Download the NM Construction & Demolition Recycling Guide

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C&D Recycling Task Force & Public Outreach
A loose-knit group of designers, builders, solid waste professionals, recycling businesses, recycling haulers and other interested parties worked together to create the C&D Recycling Guide. NMRC is available to speak about construction recycling to trade groups, university classes and other interested parties. Contact english@recyclenewmexico.com for more information.

Use the Recycling Directory to Locate Haulers and End-Markets
Search by county, material or type of service. There are options for metal, wood/lumber, paper/cardboard, plastics and a general construction materials entry. more

More Information on the NM C&D Recycling Guide

The guide was generously underwritten by: EDI, Grind, Soilutions, Associated General Contractors: NM Building Branch, NM Environment Department: Solid Waste Bureau, Keep NM Beautiful, Builders Trust of NM, NM Home Builders Association and Build Green NM.

Click here to download Appendix D: Sample Solid Waste and Recycling Plan

Check out the US Green Building Council's New Mexico website for more information as well.