Urban Wood Recyclers
Vancouver, BC V5X 3E8
About this Location
Urban Wood Recyclers is located at 8501 Ontario St, Vancouver, BC V5X 3E8.
Harvest Power, Inc. designs, builds, and operates facilities to produce renewable energy, soils, mulches, and natural fertilizers from yard waste and food waste in North America. It offers compost/soil blends, mulch, natural fertilizers, rock/stone, and sand; and Landscape Calculator, an application to find product quantity. The company also offers bagged and bulked deliveries, clean energy, custom engineered blending, depackaging, green waste hauling and waste management, heavy equipment rentals, bio solids, C and D waste, FOG, green waste, site management, and soil installation services.
The company’s facility turns organic materials, such as food scraps, food production residuals, fats oils and grease, and other discarded organic waste from food processors, retailers, and food retail outlets into electricity and natural fertilizers. Its products are used in agriculture/farming, athletic fields, engineered blends, erosion and stormwater control, gardening, golf fairways and greens, green roof, lawns, mulching, pathways, potted plants, raised beds, retention and rain garden, roadway construction, soil reclamation, and streetscapes applications.
The company serves haulers and food-waste generating businesses, municipalities and utilities, landscapers and agriculture and horticulture sectors, as well as retailers and residents and students. It offers its products through retail and municipal partners in the North America. Harvest Power, Inc. was formerly known as BEKON Energy North America, Inc. and changed its name to Harvest Power, Inc. in April 2009.
The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. It has locations in Ellington, Fairfield, Farmington, and Wallingford, Connecticut; Woodbine, Maryland; Pittsville, Wisconsin; Doswell, Virginia; Cave City, Kentucky; Orlando, Florida; Mooresville, North Carolina; Lathrop, Tulare, Fresno, and Hemet, California; and Richmond, North Shore, Vancouver, London, and New Westminster, Canada.
To contact Urban Wood Recyclers, call (604) 327-8083, or view more information below. Looking for more locations in Vancouver? Scroll down to see a listing of waste locations and handlers towards the bottom of this page.
Recyclers are essential in transforming discarded materials into valuable resources, reducing the strain on natural ecosystems and minimizing landfill waste. By collecting, sorting, and processing items like paper, plastics, metals, glass, and electronics, recyclers help divert waste from disposal and reintroduce it into the supply chain.
Recycling facilities adhere to strict environmental standards and often collaborate with businesses and communities to promote sustainability, conserve resources, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This process supports a circular economy, turning waste into opportunity while protecting the planet.
Last updated: Dec 01, 2024.
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Is this the official Urban Wood Recyclers website?
This page and website is a part of the Wastebits Locator, providing a comprehensive resource of contact information for waste handlers. It is not the official website of Urban Wood Recyclers. Is there information that we can update to keep things accurate? Request an edit to this page.
What materials can be recycled?
Recyclable materials typically include paper, cardboard, plastics, metals, glass, and certain electronics. Contact your local recycler to confirm which materials are accepted.
How should I prepare my items for recycling?
Items should be clean, dry, and free of food residue. Break down cardboard boxes, rinse out containers, and sort materials as required by your recycler.
Do I need to separate recyclables?
Some recyclers use single-stream recycling, allowing you to mix materials, while others require separation by type. Check with your recycler for their specific guidelines.
Can I recycle electronics and batteries?
Yes, many recyclers accept electronics and batteries, but these often require special handling. Contact your recycler to confirm and learn about any associated fees or requirements.
What items are not accepted for recycling?
Non-recyclable items often include food-contaminated containers, plastic bags, Styrofoam, and hazardous materials. Always check with your recycler for a full list of prohibited items.
Is there a cost to recycle certain items?
While many items can be recycled for free, some items like electronics, appliances, and certain hazardous materials may incur a recycling fee. Contact your recycler for specific pricing.
Can recyclers pick up items from my location?
Many recyclers offer pickup services for large or bulk items, while others may require you to drop items off at their facility. Verify with your recycler if pickup services are available in your area.
What happens to materials after they are recycled?
Recyclable materials are processed and turned into raw materials used to create new products, reducing the need for virgin resources and lowering environmental impact.
Do all plastics get recycled?
Not all plastics are recyclable. Items with resin codes #1 and #2 are commonly recycled, while others may not be accepted depending on your recycler's capabilities.
How can I find a reliable recycler near me?
You can search online directories, check with local government resources, or ask for recommendations from friends or community organizations to find a reliable recycler.
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