Business Details
37 Years
experience
Gold Coast Recycling - Trusted Ventura Recycling Services
Since 1989, Gold Coast Recycling has been at the forefront of sustainable waste management in Ventura County. Our state-of-the-art facility processes over 90,000 tons of recyclables annually, prioritizing material diversion from landfills through advanced sorting technologies. We partner with local governments and businesses to meet and exceed state recycling mandates, offering curbside programs, roll-off services, and specialized recycling solutions. Our team's three decades of expertise ensure compliance with evolving environmental regulations while driving innovation, such as our 2015 stormwater treatment system and 2019 automated sorting upgrades. Recognized with awards like the Ventura Environmental Excellence Award, we combine operational excellence with community education initiatives to promote responsible waste practices.Our services extend to five Ventura County cities and Carpinteria, supporting regional sustainability goals while creating local jobs. We maintain strict quality standards for material separation, including dedicated CRV buy-back programs and strict contamination controls. Through strategic partnerships like our collaboration with Harrison Industries, we've established a proven track record of environmental stewardship and operational reliability. Our leadership in navigating global recycling market shifts demonstrates our commitment to long-term sustainability solutions.
Services
Recycle Buy-Back Center
Trash Disposal
Construction Recycling
E-Waste Recycling
ABOP Recycling
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We've operated specialized recycling facilities since 1989 with continuous technological upgrades
- Our 75,000-square-foot facility processes over 90,000 tons of recyclables annually
- We maintain partnerships with five Ventura County cities and Carpinteria
- Our 2015 stormwater treatment system exceeds environmental compliance standards
- We've received multiple environmental excellence awards for our operations
Associations and certifications
- California Resource Recovery Association
- City of Ventura Environmental Excellence Award
Services
Recycle Buy-Back Center
Our CRV-certified buy-back center processes aluminum cans, plastics 1-7, and glass containers. We maintain strict separation standards to ensure marketable material quality while offering competitive reimbursement rates for qualifying recyclables.
Trash Disposal
We provide self-haul trash disposal services for residential and commercial clients, including out-of-county loads and difficult-to-handle materials. Our facility meets all regulatory requirements for safe waste processing and landfill diversion.
Construction Recycling
Our specialized construction and demolition recycling program meets local building permit diversion requirements. We process heavy materials through dedicated sorting lines and provide certified recycling documentation for contractors and developers.
E-Waste Recycling
We accept all residential e-waste including computers, televisions, and small appliances. Our facility handles proper processing of electronic materials following environmental safety protocols for international market compliance.
ABOP Recycling
We process residential automotive waste including antifreeze, batteries, oil, and paint. Our facility maintains specific handling protocols for these materials to ensure environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
People
George Harrison
General Manager
With over three decades of recycling industry leadership, George Harrison oversees operations at Gold Coast Recycling. He has guided the facility through major technological upgrades and regulatory changes while maintaining community partnerships that have made Ventura County a recycling leader.
Questions
What materials can I recycle at your buy-back center?
We accept CRV aluminum cans, plastics 1-7, and glass containers. Non-CRV glass and plastic can be dropped off for free. Visit our website for complete lists of accepted materials.
Do you accept hazardous waste materials?
We accept ABOP materials (antifreeze, batteries, oil, paint) from residential customers only. We cannot process hazardous waste like pesticides, solvents, or radioactive materials.
What are your operating hours?
General recycling operations run Monday-Friday 5am-7pm and Saturday 5am-5pm. Buy-back center hours are Monday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm. We're closed Sundays.
Do you offer e-waste recycling services?
Yes, we accept all residential e-waste including computers, televisions, printers, and small appliances. There are no limits for residential customers.
How do you handle construction and demolition waste?
Our facility has specialized sorting lines for construction materials. We provide certified recycling documentation and meet all local diversion requirements for building permits.
