Located on a 25-acre plot of land in central Ohio’s oldest African American community, the Rumpke Material Recovery Facility embraces environmental consciousness alongside community investment.
The Rumpke MRF signifies the first major public investment in the historic neighborhood, for almost a century. The new facility introduces infrastructure that prioritizes community health and safety while contributing to the area’s economic vitality.
As Columbus’ principal plant for processing over 250,000 tons of curbside plastics, metals, and glass annually, the MRF maintains flexibility for emerging recycling technologies, allowing sustainable waste diversion to scale with Columbus’ growth.
The state-of-the-art recycling facility features optical scanners, AI-integrated equipment, and a sampling station that provides a quick glimpse of material composition, aiding in the identification of recycling opportunities and challenges for communities and businesses. Ample circulation allows equipment to be easily accessible for routine inspections and repairs.
Transparency into spaces offers employees, students, and visitors a visual insight into the recycling process in action and simultaneously allows natural light to penetrate deep into the MRF. Beyond environmental impact, the Rumpke RRC prioritizes community health, safety, and economic opportunities.
