Now that Summer’s almost over (tear), it’s close to time where we put away the grills and welcome in the cooler temperatures.

But what can you do about those empty propane tanks from your last BBQ? Our friend from United by Blue, Jen, asked us via Twitter:

@greenphillyblog @PhilaStreets how do I dispose of small propane tanks that were used for my grill? I have 5 empty ones!!

— Jen Singley (@jenzipoo) September 3, 2015

Where to recycle propane tanks in Philadelphia:

As the Streets Department mentioned, Philadelphia Household Hazardous Waste events accept propane tanks up to 20 pounds.

@jenzipoo @greenphillyblog Propane tanks up to 20lbs are accepted at Household Hazardous Waste events. View http://t.co/5h1U0pCRcP — Phila. Streets Dept. (@PhilaStreets) September 3, 2015

2015 Philadelphia Hazardous Waste Events:

• September 29th – 22nd / York Street
• October 10th – 3033 S 63rd Street
• November 7th – 3901 Delaware Avenue

See the full schedule of Hazardous Waste Collection events here.

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Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake. View all posts by Julie Hancher