Construction/Building Materials

The Industrial, Commercial and Institutional waste stream is often referred to as "IC&I".The US EPA describes various forms of IC&I waste on their website.

Construction & Demolition

Construction and demolition waste is generated through building or destruction of roads, bridges, and buildings.  The US EPA lists some examples such as:

• bricks, concrete
• wood, trees, stumps
• asphalt
• glass, plastics
• doors, windows

Scrap Metal

What is scrap metal?

There are many products that would be classified as scrap metal. Many of these products are common products that you probably use everyday. Some examples of commonly recycled scrap metal products include:

• Automobiles
• Bed frames and mattress springs
• Bicycles
• Farm equipment
• Food and beverage containers
• Electrical wire
• Small household appliances and white goods