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Waukegan starts commercial recycling pilot program
Grayslake's recycling model is guiding Waukegan's new initiative
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Waukegan is launching a two-month commercial recycling pilot program downtown, taking inspiration from the recycling model used in neighboring Grayslake and other Lake County communities. The pilot aims to boost business recycling participation and address contamination issues, with the potential to expand the program if successful.
Why it matters
Improving commercial recycling rates is an area of concern for many communities as they work to reduce waste and meet sustainability goals. Waukegan's pilot program is an opportunity to learn from the recycling successes of nearby towns and potentially implement a more effective recycling system for local businesses.
The details
Waukegan's commercial recycling pilot will run for two months and focus on the downtown area. The program is modeled after the community recycling franchise system used in Grayslake and other Lake County municipalities, which has helped increase business recycling participation. Officials will be monitoring for contamination issues, a common challenge with commercial recycling programs, and determining if the pilot could be expanded to the entire city.
- Waukegan's commercial recycling pilot program launched in March 2026.
- The pilot program will run for two months.
The players
Waukegan
The city of Waukegan, Illinois, is launching a commercial recycling pilot program.
Grayslake
The neighboring town of Grayslake, Illinois, is highlighted as one of several Lake County communities already using a successful community recycling franchise system.
What’s next
If the pilot program is successful, Waukegan officials plan to consider expanding the commercial recycling initiative to the entire city.
The takeaway
Waukegan's commercial recycling pilot program is an opportunity for the city to learn from the recycling successes of nearby communities like Grayslake and implement a more effective system to boost business participation and reduce waste.
