PA Resources Council Launches 2025 Household Chemical Collection Campaign April 12 In Butler County

On March 19, the Pennsylvania Resources Council announced it will launch its 2025 household chemical collection campaign on April 12 by hosting a drive-thru event in Butler County to provide residents of Pennsylvania with an opportunity to safely dispose of household cleaners, automotive fluids, paints, pesticides and other products containing potentially hazardous components.

This first PRC household chemical collection of the year will take place on Saturday, April 12, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Karns City Jr./Sr. High School, 1446 Kittanning Pike, Karns City, PA 16041.  

Presenting sponsors of this event are HF Sinclair and Sonneborn LLC.  

Participants must register in advance online or by calling 412-488-7490.

“It’s important to divert these materials from landfills since many contain toxic elements that can leach into our waterways or introduce dangerous toxic chemicals into our environment,” according to PRC Executive Director Darren Spielman.  “Since launching household chemical collection events in 2003, PRC and its many partners have facilitated the safe management of 6.5 million pounds of household chemicals collected at more than 100 events.”

Fees

At the April 12 collection, a $20 fee will cover the cost of disposing every 10 gallons/50 pounds of aerosol cans, automotive fluids, chemistry sets, gasoline and kerosene, household cleaners, mercury thermometers, paint products, pesticides/garden chemicals, photo chemicals and pool chemicals.  

Loads exceeding 10 gallons/50 pounds will be subject to additional fees at the discretion of on-site staff.

When preparing to attend this event, participants should pack all materials in their car trunks or truck beds and then stay in their vehicles while the contractor unloads the materials. 

The certified contractor will process the hazardous wastes for proper disposal.

According to the U.S. EPA, an average home can easily accumulate 100 pounds or more of cleaners, automotive fluids, paints, pesticides and other products containing potentially hazardous components. 

While these products are safe to use if proper precautions are taken, problems generally arise via improper use or disposal.

Throughout the spring, summer and fall, PRC will conduct household chemical collections throughout southwestern Pennsylvania.  

Upcoming dates and locations will be announced.

Sponsors

The 2025 PRC household chemical collection campaign is sponsored by Allegheny County Health Department, Allegheny County Parks Department, Beaver County Commissioners, Cambria County Solid Waste Authority, Fayette County Commissioners, Fayette County Conservation District, Washington County Planning Commission, Colcom Foundation, HF Sinclair, PA Department of Environmental Protection, Pennsylvania American Water, Sonneborn, LLC, UPMC, Central Cambria School District, Fayette County Recycling Convenience Center and Karns City Area School District.

Click Here for more information about the April 12 collection event or other upcoming events or call PRC at 412-488-7490.

Other Upcoming Workshops/More

-- March 24: Electronics Recycling, Norristown, Montgomery County

-- March 26: Free Watersheds & Rain Barrels, McKeesport, Allegheny County

-- April 2: Backyard Composting, Kittanning, Armstrong County

-- April 12: Traveling Glass Bin Recycling, Settlers Cabin Park, Allegheny County

-- October 31: Entries To The Lens On Litter Photo Contest Due

Click Here for a Calendar of PRC Events.

For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the PA Resources Council website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates, follow PRC on Twitter or Like them on Facebook.  Click Here for PRC’s Events Calendar.  Click Here to support their work.

[Posted: March 19, 2025]  PA Environment Digest