The answer is simple - no, batteries should never be placed in any household bin in Ireland. Doing so creates a serious fire risk, endangers waste collection crews, and can cause environmental damage. Instead, batteries must be recycled through dedicated collection points. Why Batteries Should NEVER Go in Your Household Bins Batteries may seem...
Make sure you are up to date with changes to our bin collections for the upcoming bank holiday. While you get ready for a fun weekend with friends and family, remember to present your bins for collection on the advised days so you don't miss us! You can find information above on each region, with exceptions for some areas based on service capabilit...
If you want to reduce household waste, composting is one of the most effective and sustainable solutions. Composting at home allows you to turn everyday food and garden waste into nutrient rich compost, while reducing the amount of waste going into your general bin. In Ireland, households are now required to have a brown bin for food and organic wa...
If your bin was not collected in Ireland, it is usually due to one of a few common reasons. These include contamination from incorrect items, not being put out on time, improper placement or your account has outstanding payments. In some cases, changes to collection schedules, weather conditions or access issues can also prevent...
When tackling a home renovation, garden clearance or major declutter in Ireland, one question always comes up: is it cheaper to hire a skip or make multiple trips to the local civic amenity site? At first glance the dump seems like the budget friendly option. After all, you might only pay €5 - €20 per visit. But in 2026 rising fuel, food and l...
Quick answer - Disposable baby nappies should always go in the general waste black bin. In Ireland nappies must not be placed in the recycling bin or the brown organic bin. This applies to all disposable nappies including those labelled eco biodegradable or plant based. Why Baby Nappies Cannot Be Recycled or Composted Many parents would prefer...
Oxigen Environmental is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in two categories – Sustainability and Energy & Utilities – at the highly anticipated Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2026. Now in their fifth year, the annual Guaranteed Irish Business Awards shine a spotlight on Ireland's leading businesses that are committed to suppo...
Our recycling centres in Offaly have updated their times for the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. See below for Edenderry, Birr and Derryclure. Edenderry and Birr Recycling Centres Derryclure Recycling Centre
Please see below for all Christmas and New Year timings for bin collections in your area. Please be advised to present your bin from the night before pickup. .update-wrapper { max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 18px; color: #222;}.update-wrapper h2, .update-wrapper h3 ...
Electronic waste (WEEE - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) is one of the fastest-growing waste streams. These devices often contain hazardous materials (like mercury, lead, lithium, etc.) that can seriously harm both people and the environment. Key Risks of Putting Electronics in the Bin 1. Fire and Explosion Hazards Many electro...
The Regional Waste Management Planning Offices and Offaly County Council are teaming up to host a FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, November 1. Taking place from 9am to 1pm at Derryclure Civic Amenity Site, Derryclure, Tullamore, this vital initiative is proudly funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environmen...
Make sure you are up to date with changes to our bin collections for the upcoming bank holiday. While you get ready for a fun weekend with friends and family, remember to present your bins for collection on the advised days so you don't miss us! You can find information above on each region, with exceptions for some areas based on service cap...
As Climate Action Week returns to Ireland from 13 to 19 October 2025, Oxigen Environmental is proud to join the national movement toward a greener, more resilient future. This week is more than a collection of events. It's a moment for citizens, businesses and communities to take real steps toward climate action. At Oxigen Environmental, we believe...
Oxigen has recently been spotlighted by Guaranteed Irish to highlight to other members and readers what Oxigen does, the challenges we face and the benefits of being a Guaranteed Irish member. We are proud to be certified Guaranteed Irish, a symbol that recognises our commitment to quality, local employment and sustainable practices. This...
Drogheda and District Chamber and Oxigen Environmental and Orange Skip Hire have teamed up to launch a new sustainability series entitled 'Best of the Boyne' Green Awards. The aim is to recognise businesses, groups, clubs, schools, individuals and others who play their part in making the world a more sustainable place. The awards seek to encourage ...
Many of us are looking for ways to incorporate lower-impact practices into daily life, all year round. So instead of another list of abstract environmental insights, we've put together practical tips and strategies tailored to Autumn and designed to help you reduce the environmental footprint of your home. We aim to provide our customers and r...
Recycling in Ireland has come a long way but many households still make mistakes that cost time, money and resources. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), contamination in recycling bins is one of the main barriers to improving recycling rates. In fact, even a single contaminated item can ruin an entire bin load, sending it to la...
Every year on 20th September millions of people take part in World Clean Up Day. It is the biggest civic movement in history and it brings communities together across 191 countries. In Ireland the day is growing in scale and impact every year. At Oxigen Environmental we are proud to support this mission. We believe waste management should be simple...
Every year in Ireland thousands of mattresses are thrown away. Many of them end up in landfill where they take up space and put pressure on the environment. Mattress recycling is becoming an important part of how Ireland deals with waste and supports the move to a circular economy. Why mattresses are a challenge A mattress is large, heavy and made ...
From January 2024, every household in Ireland with a waste collection service is entitled to a brown bin. These bins are for food waste and garden waste — helping us cut down on landfill, recycle more, and protect the environment. The rollout supports Ireland's Circular Economy Plan and ensures we meet EU recycling targets (55% by 2025, 60% by 2030...
Whether you are renovating, decluttering or working in the garden, hiring a skip is a quick and tidy way to handle waste. Knowing what is allowed and what is not can save you extra fees and help Ireland move toward a circular economy. This guide will help you use your skip in a smart and sustainable way. Skip-Safe Materials You can place a va...
Make sure you are up to date with changes to our bin collections for the upcoming bank holiday. While you get ready for a fun weekend with friends and family, remember to present your bins for collection on the advised days so you don't miss us! You can find information above on each region, with exceptions for some areas based on service capa...
Managing household waste in Ireland can feel confusing, but it doesn't have to be. Knowing what goes in your black bin, green bin, and brown bin is key to keeping your home tidy and protecting the environment. At Oxigen, we help thousands of households with reliable household waste disposal in Ireland, and this quick guide makes sorting your waste ...
Plastic Free July is back — and it's the perfect opportunity for Irish households and businesses to cut back on single-use plastic. At Oxigen.ie, we're proud to support this global challenge and help our customers take simple steps toward a cleaner, greener future. What Is Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July is a worldwide movement that helps peop...
Recycling food waste correctly is an important step in reducing landfill waste and protecting our environment. Understanding what goes into your brown bin—and just as importantly, what doesn't—is key to keeping your waste service running smoothly. Here's everything you need to know about using your brown bin effectively with Oxigen Environmental. W...
World Environment Day is acknowledged every year on the 5th June, this year the campaign theme is 'Beat Plastic Pollution'. Plastic pollution has spread to every corner of the planet—even in our bodies in the form of microplastics! The campaign focuses on tackling plastic pollution by calling on countries, organisations and individuals to act toget...
Every year on May 20th the world celebrates one of nature's hardest-working heroes - the bee. World Bee Day is a powerful reminder that protecting the environment starts with the small things: the bees in our gardens, the bins on our streets and the choices we make every day. Bees are responsible for pollinating over 75% of flowering plants and aro...
Summer is coming so why not declutter your garden space. Come along and dispose of unwanted broken outdoor furniture and equipment at any of our Oxigen-run Meath recycling centers on the dates below. We look forward to seeing you...To find your local Oxigen recycling center, click Civic Amenity Sites.
If you have a new mattress arriving at short notice and you need to arrange to get rid of your old mattress , you can take it to one of our many CA sites across County Meath, all size mattresses from single, double or king size are accepted. We work in County Meath and handle mattress disposal in a professional and environment friendly manner. Let ...
All domestic bin collections due on Friday 17th March, will take place on Friday as normal. Usual collection times may vary, so we ask that bins are presented kerbside from the night before service is due, to ensure collection.
Oxigen Environmental is a leading provider of waste management services in Ireland. We offer residential and commercial bin collection, recycling, composting, civic amenity sites and more. We have a dedicated team of experts who can advise you on the best solutions for your waste disposal needs. We also have a strong commitment to environmental sus...
CAVAN REGION Bin collections due on Monday 6th February will take place on Monday as normal. Please ensure bins are presented from the night before as collection times may vary. WATERFORD REGION Bin collections due on Monday 6th February will take place on SATURDAY 4th February. Please ensure bins are presented from the night before as collection t...
Thousands of people took advantage of a Halloween amnesty at recycling centres across Meath over the weekend after it was organised to stop combustible waste ending up on bonfires. An estimated 2,000 people visited the civic amenity centres in Navan, Trim, Kells and Dunboyne to dispose of beds, mattresses, headboards, couches, tables and chairs for...
Have you heard of the 'Return To Home' feature that is on most drones these days? No? It's basically an autonomous function that allows the operator to press the RTH button on the controller and the drone will return to the spot it launched from without any further interaction from the operator. Pretty neat! Well get this. We've just...
You leave out your bins, Oxigen collects and empties them, you bring your bins back in. But what if you want to know more? What if you want to see what happens before, during and after your bin is collected and emptied? What if you want to know more about the other services that Oxigen provide like skip hire, street cleaning and clean-ups? We have ...
Maybe it's our magnets! We go above and beyond the others to ensure that we recover every piece of recyclable material from waste streams before the remainder is disposed of. And that's where this bad boy comes in. The ROCO M1250 super-duper magnet separates all ferrous material from our customers' general waste, meaning we can recycle even t...
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