Ecocentri and ecopunti
For the separate collection of recyclable waste and various materials, Ecocentri (Recycling Centers) and Ecopunti (Recycling Points) are available to citizens throughout the different districts of the city.
Ecopunti
The Ecopunti collect the main recyclable materials and are available to citizens 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
The disposal of glass is authorized from Monday to Saturday (excluding holidays), from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
Ecocentri
The Ecocentri also collect large quantities of all types of waste (including bulky and special items) provided that the citizen has the Ecocard.
Authorization for the delivery of materials to the Ecocentro
To allow third parties to bring your materials to the Ecocentro, it is necessary to fill out and sign an authorization form.
The Ecocentri are located in the districts of Breganzona, Cadro, Molino Nuovo, Pambio-Noranco, Pregassona, and Val Colla.
They are open from Tuesday to Saturday (excluding holidays), from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (except Val Colla).
The Ecocentro di Val Colla is open on Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM and on Saturday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
It serves the districts of Breganzona and Besso.
Opening days and hours
- Tue–Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Breganzona
Zona Crespera
6932 Breganzona
It serves the districts of Cadro and Sonvico.
Opening days and hours
- Tue–Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Cadro
Via Centro Scolastico
6965 Cadro
Opening days and hours
- Tue–Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Molino Nuovo
Via Sonvico
6900 Lugano
It serves the districts of Carabbia, Carona, Barbengo, Loreto, Pazzallo, and Pambio-Noranco.
Opening days and hours
- Tue–Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Pambio-Noranco
Via Ai Pree
6915 Noranco
Opening days and hours
- Tue–Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Pregassona
Via Maraini
6963 Pregassona
Opening days and hours
- Wed: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Access
Only those who possess the Ecocard can deposit waste.
At the Ecocentro, there are containers for the disposal of:
- bulky waste
- wood
- metals
- glass, paper, aluminum, and tin
- demolition materials
- green waste
- special waste (appliances, batteries, paints, etc.)
- electrical/electronic waste
- used clothing
- PET bottles, PE and PP containers
- organic kitchen waste
- used oil
- coffee capsules
There is also a small market where objects still in good condition are available to citizens who wish to use them.
Location
Ecocentro Val Colla
Mulini di Piandera
Via Cantonale
6959 Piandera - Val Colla
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