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Albertas Have Recycled Over 100 Million Containers Using SkipTheDepot!

The home bottle pickup service transforming Alberta's recycling habits one doorstep at a time.

One app, one province, LOTS of home bottle pickups, and over 100 million empties kept out of landfills–here's how you made a difference without ever leaving your driveway or waiting in long bottle depot lines.

A Milestone Only Possible Because of You

Albertas have officially recycled more than 100 million beverage containers using SkipTheDepot–and the results are staggering. That's 100 million beverage containers from residential, condo, and commercial pickups that didn't end up in landfills or tossed in the blue bin. Instead, they were picked up, processed, and repurposed, all from the comfort of your home. This moment is more than a recycling win--it's a celebration of what we can achieve together when we pair tech with community action. You booked a home bottle pickup, we picked it up, and Alberta just got a whole lot greener.

What Does Recycling 100 Million Bottles Actually Look Like?

Sure, 100 million containers sounds impressive–but what does that actually mean for our environment? Here's the real-world impact you've created:

4,595,304 kg of waste diverted from landfill – equivalent to the weight of 512 Calgary Towers.
9,730,000 kg of GG emissions avoided – like taking 2,113 cars off the road for a year.
33,299,999 kWh of energy saved – enough to power 3,052 Alberta homes for a full year or fly a Boeing 747 around the world 1,239 times.

SkipTheDepot vs. Traditional Bottle Depots: The Future of Recycling in Alberta

Traditional bottle depots require time, transportation, and patience-often involving long lines and awkward handling of sticky containers. SkipTheDepot eliminates these hassles entirely.

"I used to put off going to the bottle depot for months because it was such a chore. Now I schedule a pickup in 30 seconds and my weekend is mine again!" -Sarah K., Calgary

Using our free app, Albertans can schedule home pickups for their bottles, clothing, and electronics–all without lifting more than a finger. Pickup is free, you keep 70% of the refund, and there's no more:

Standing in long lines
Loading sticky containers into your car
Figuring out when the bottle depot is open
Making multiple trips for large volumes

From Doorstep to Recycling: What Happens After Your Pickup

When we collect your containers, they're delivered directly to registered bottle depots throughout Alberta, where they're properly sorted, counted, and prepared for recycling. Many containers are then transformed into new products–your water bottles become clothing, park benches, and even building materials.

Bottle Depot Alternative in Calgary, Edmonton and Beyond

From Calgary to Edmonton, Red Deer to Lethbridge, Banff to Canmore, SkipTheDepot is helping communities recycle smarter. Whether you're in the heart of downtown or the edge of the Rockies, you've helped make recycling easy, efficient, and impactful.

Recycling That Gives Back: The Charity Connection

With every bag of cans or bin of clothes, SkipTheDepot users are making a difference beyond the environment. As of today, $2,780,377.17 has been raised for Alberta charities, nonprofits, and schools–all from donations made directly through the app.

"The monthly donations from SkipTheDepot users have become a reliable source of funding for our after-school programs." -Edmonton Youth Foundation

Thousands of organizations benefit from year-round hassle-free fundraising powered by your empties. That's a fundraising revolution, and you're the engine behind it!

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Bottle Depot Service

How does SkipTheDepot handle bottle counts?

Your bags are delivered to a registered bottle depot where they're counted and recorded. The totals are then uploaded directly to your Skip TheDepot account.

How do I get my money?

Once your refund is processed, just tap 'cash out' in the app to receive an e-transfer. It's fast, secure, and lands right in your inbox.

What containers are accepted?

We follow Alberta's deposit rules. That includes most drink containers with a refundable deposit. You can check the app or website for the full list.

Join the 200 Million Challenge!

Hitting 100 million recycled containers is just the beginning. We're now launching our 200 Million Challenge-and we need your help to get there! Every container counts toward our goal of reaching this next milestone!