Omaha Recycling Guide
Large Paper Envelopes
Accepted in City of Omaha Recycling
Place empty paper or cardboard mailing envelopes in a curbside recycling cart or drop-off site container.
- Labels, tape, and closure brads can stay on
- Discard all non-paper contents
- Keep items loose and DO NOT bag
Important Note: Not all mailers are the same! Envelopes made of mixed materials, such as a paper outside with plastic bubble wrap lining, should be placed in the garbage. Browse related items for more info.
Ways to Reduce or Reuse
Reuse cardboard envelopes as protective sleeves to store photos, or for organizing files.