Green waste is organic waste sourced from the garden or from landscaping activities. It generally includes grass, hedge cuttings, bushes, tree toppings, prunings or other woody material. It is NOT accepted for land-filling and as such should be separated for composting or delivery to a recycling centre.
Compost as much green waste as possible
Do you know that 33% if your bin is made up of organic material, which can be composted.
Composters are available at a reduced rate from the County Council.
Green Waste Facilities
Green waste from the domestic home/garden can be taken to Birr & Tullamore Recycling Centre. Larger volumes of Green Waste, including green waste arising from commercial landscaping activities can be taken to Derryclure Landfill site for recovery.
When can I cut trees or hedges?
The Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2000 restricts the cutting of rural hedges to the period 1st day of September and to the last day of February.