Reciclatrón CDMX: Your Guide to the First Permanent Recycling Point for Electronics and Batteries
Mexico City is stepping up its recycling efforts with the inauguration of its first permanent Reciclatrón CDMX point. Located in Alameda Norte, this initiative aims to provide residents with a convenient and safe way to dispose of electrical appliances, electronics, and batteries, reducing environmental impact.
What is Reciclatrón CDMX and Why is it Important?
The Reciclatrón CDMX is a program designed to promote the proper handling and separation of electronic and battery waste. If not treated correctly, these items can pose significant environmental problems. “We want recycling to be pleasant, a good experience, a reason for pride,” explained Alejandra Atzin Ramírez, Director of Environmental Culture, in an interview with Chilango.
This year, 2026, has been declared the “year of recycling” in Mexico City, with the government committed to creating the necessary conditions for citizens to engage in more responsible waste management. This includes mandatory waste separation, the ‘Mercado del Trueque’ (Swap Market), and the expansion of the Reciclatrón program.
How Does the Permanent Reciclatrón CDMX Point Work?
Participating in the Reciclatrón CDMX is straightforward:
- Prepare your items: Ensure your items are clean, in good condition, and free of animals or insects. Items that do not meet these criteria cannot be accepted.
- Visit the center: Bring your prepared items to the Alameda Norte location.
- Register: You will be asked to provide some basic information for tracking and control purposes.
That’s it! By following these simple steps, you contribute significantly to environmental care.
What Can You Recycle?
The Reciclatrón CDMX accepts a wide range of items, including:
- Temperature exchange equipment (refrigerators, freezers, etc.)
- Monitors, screens, and appliances with screens larger than 100 cubic centimeters
- Lamps
- Large appliances (washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, etc.)
- Small appliances (vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners, sewing machines, etc.)
- Small IT and telecommunications equipment (phones, GPS, pocket calculators, etc.)
- Batteries
What Cannot Be Recycled?
Please note that the following items are NOT accepted:
- Energy-saving light bulbs
- Fluorescent lamps
- Disassembled, broken, or contaminated equipment
- Public wiring
- Modems
Where is the Permanent Reciclatrón CDMX Point Located?
The first permanent Reciclatrón CDMX point is situated in Alameda Norte, Primer Callejón del Rosario 11C, Santa Bárbara neighborhood, Azcapotzalco borough.
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
How to Get There:
- Metrobus: Take Line 6 and alight at the Tecnoparque station. The center is just a few minutes’ walk away.
- Metro: Take Line 6 to Ferrería station. The walk from here is slightly longer.
Expansion Plans for Reciclatrón CDMX
The initial success of the Alameda Norte point, which has collected over a ton of waste since its operation began on December 18th, has prompted the Ministry of Environment (Sedema) to expand the program. The plan includes increasing the number of permanent points and continuing with itinerant collection days across Mexico City.
Atzin Ramírez confirmed that two more permanent points will open in the first quarter of 2026 in the Tlalpan and Iztapalapa boroughs, ensuring coverage in the north, east, and south of CDMX. “Little by little you will see blenders, microwave ovens, and washing machines arriving in Mexico City, which will be fixed collection points in the city,” she noted.
This expansion aims to make recycling even more accessible and to foster a stronger environmental culture among the city’s residents, making Mexico City a leader in sustainable waste management.
Source: https://www.chilango.com/noticias/reciclatron-cdmx-primer-punto-permanente/
