Athens, Georgia’s Downtown district is a vibrant hub known for its energetic college bar scene, with more than 80 bars packed into a single square mile – creating significant waste management challenges for the Athens-Clarke County Solid Waste Department. To support busy bar and restaurant staff, the County required durable, flexible waste enclosures that allowed for secure separation of trash and recycling, prevented unauthorized use, and withstood heavy daily wear. Modular enclosures were chosen over custom-built structures for their cost-effectiveness, ease of component replacement, and the flexibility to relocate units as needs evolve.

“I stopped in my tracks when I saw the metroSTOR display — exactly what I wanted for our downtown. The Eco-Stations have made things much better organized, and the informational stickers help educate customers. If equipment can withstand downtown Athens, it can survive anyplace.”

Suki Janssen
Athens-Clarke County Solid Waste Department