Recycling & Resource Recovery

Build recycling and resource recovery businesses including e-waste recycling, metal recycling, material recovery, commercial recycling collection, and specialty recycling services helping communities and businesses recycle responsibly.

Business Ideas in Recycling & Resource Recovery

E-Waste & Electronics Recycling

Collect and recycle electronic waste including computers, phones, and electronics

Startup Cost: $35,000-$120,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 8-15 months

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Scrap Metal Recycling Business

Collect, process, and sell scrap metal from various sources to processors

Startup Cost: $50,000-$200,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 10-18 months

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Commercial Recycling Collection Service

Provide recycling pickup services for businesses, offices, and commercial clients

Startup Cost: $35,000-$90,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 6-12 months

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Cardboard & Paper Recycling

Specialized collection and processing of cardboard and paper from businesses

Startup Cost: $25,000-$75,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 5-10 months

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Textile & Clothing Recycling

Collect and recycle used clothing, textiles, and fabric waste from various sources

Startup Cost: $25,000-$80,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 6-12 months

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Organic Waste & Composting Service

Collect food scraps and organic waste for composting, serving businesses and residents

Startup Cost: $40,000-$150,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 10-18 months

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