Environmental Resources

People are sometimes surprised to learn Lube Stop accepts used motor oil, but it’s true. All 37 locations will accept up to 6 quarts of used motor oil (as long as that’s all that’s in it, please) during regular business hours. Sign a manifest with your name and phone number and we’ll take it from there.

More resources for companies and individuals are below. Taking a couple of extra minutes to find the best way to dispose of spent items or reconsider the food you eat can significantly help the environment or even earn you a few extra bucks!

For Individuals

41Pounds.org
For a nominal fee, this site will help eliminate the 41 pounds of junk mail the average American receives annually.

Battery Solutions
Easy-to-use recycling kits, smart recycling systems, and comprehensive services specifically designed to make battery recycling as easy and hassle-free as possible.

Catalog Choice
Stop unwanted catalog mail at your home or office.

Cleveland Carbon Fund
The Cleveland Carbon Fund invests in local community projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and spark economic development in Cleveland.

Cleveland Furniture Bank
Gently used chairs, tables, and mattresses can be donated here for reuse.

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District
Find out where to recycle CFLs, yellow pages, computers, and more.

Earth911
Helps consumers find local recycling information through the largest and most accurate recycling directory in the U.S.

ECOWatch Ohio
EarthWatch Ohio covers environmental issues and encourages Ohio citizens to implement sustainable practices in their every day lives.

Fresh Fork Market
Delivers the freshest, highest quality agricultural products directly from local suppliers to local restaurants in a sustainable, consistent and convenient manner.

FuelEconomy.gov
Visit the Department of Energy’s website to learn how to improve gas mileage, learn about fuel efficient cars, calculate you’re the MPG of your current car, and more.

Good Nature Organic Lawn Care
Good Nature provides premium organic lawn, tree, shrub, and pond care. The company is committed to providing superior service while helping customers maintain attractive, healthy, landscapes that they can feel good about.

GreenCityBlueLake Institute
Helps advance sustainability in the region, promote learning, and develop strategies to accelerate sustainability. You are invited to participate!

H2O Conserve
H2O conserve is a web-based project that offers tools and knowledge that enable individuals to make water conservation part of their everyday lives.

ITscrap.com
Recycle computers, laptops, and TVs through this local company.

Local Food Cleveland
Local Food Cleveland is a action network for everyone who is passionate about growing a thriving local food economy and culture around Cleveland, OH

Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch NEW!
Global fish stocks are in trouble from overfishing and abusive fishing practices. There are alternatives and Monterey Bay Aquarium provides regional lists of sustainable fish options updated semiannually.

Nike’s Reuse-a-Shoe
Turn your old shoes into new courts, tracks, and shoes.

ProQuo
Another site that helps stop unwanted junk mail for free with sample letters and step-by-step instructions.

SMARxT Disposal
Guidance for properly disposing of unused, expired, or unwanted medications.

VinegarTips.com NEW!
Vinegar has been around for thousands of years. It’s cheap, nontoxic, and incredibly useful.

Yellow Pages Goes Green NEW!
If you’re reading this, then you don’t need a phone book anymore. Ditch’em, don’t recycle’em.

YouRenew.com NEW!
Don’t throw out or recycle that cell phone! This site will PAY you for your old electronics and cell phones.

For Companies

B Corporation
Cleveland Carbon Fund
Corporate Sustainability Network
Cuyahoga County Business Recycling Directory
Cuyahoga County Workplace Recycling Guide
Department of Energy
FuelEconomy.gov
GreenCityBlueLake Institute
GreenBiz.com
Green Plus Certification
ITscrap.com
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
YouRenew.com

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