AES Glass Bin Collection Dates & Where Glass Goes

Last checked: 27 October 2026 against aesrecycling.ie and mywaste.ie.

Source: AES Recycling: household plansSource: AES Recycling: introducing AES RecyclingSource: AES Recycling: customer appSource: AES Recycling: what goes in the recycling binSource: MyWaste: glass bottles and jars

BinDay is not affiliated with AES Recycling. See AES Recycling bin collections for its areas and contact details.

Which bin does glass go in?

Glass bottles and jars go in a glass bin if your collector gives you one. Otherwise, take them to a bottle bank (bring bank). Source: MyWaste: glass bottles and jars
Glass does not go in the recycling bin. AES lists "Glass/ceramics" under what can't go in its recycling bin. Source: AES Recycling: what goes in the recycling bin

Does AES have a glass bin?

Yes, in some areas. AES lists "Glass Bin (140L)*" in AES Lite (1–3 person household), AES SMART (3–5 person household) and AES Plus (5+ person household). Its site says "Term and conditions apply." Source: AES Recycling: household plans
AES says: "household services can include general waste, recycling and organic waste collection, with glass collection available in some areas. The bins and services available can depend on your location and household service plan." Source: AES Recycling: household plans
To check your address, AES says to "enter your Eircode and confirm whether household collection is available at your property." Source: AES Recycling: household plans
AES Recycling is the new name for Bord na Móna Recycling. Source: AES Recycling: introducing AES Recycling

How to find your AES glass collection dates

AES app. Download it from the App Store or Google Play and log in with your existing account number and password. AES says the app lets you "Access Your Collection Calendar" and get collection reminders. Source: AES Recycling: customer app
My Account online. Log in to AES My Account to view or download your AES bin collection calendar. You need your AES account number. Source: AES My Account login · Source: AES Recycling: household collection calendar
No glass bin on your calendar? Glass collection may not be available at your address or on your plan. Use a bottle bank instead (see below). Source: AES Recycling: household plans

BinDay town pages show general collection information, but your own glass dates only come from your AES calendar.

What can go in the AES glass bin

What AES accepts and does not accept in its glass bin
Yes	No
Glass bottles	Window glass
Glass jars	Light bulbs
	Ceramics
	Lids, bottle tops and corks

Source: AES Recycling: what goes in the glass bin

AES: "Please rinse glass items and remove lids, tops and corks before placing in the glass bin." Source: AES Recycling: what goes in the glass bin
AES also says: "A glass bin with incorrect materials cannot be accepted on collection day." Source: AES Recycling: what goes in the glass bin

Bottle banks (bring banks)

Put clear, green and brown glass in the matching containers. Blue glass can go in the green container, and purple or red glass may go in the brown container. You do not need to remove labels; they are removed during recycling. Source: MyWaste: glass bottles and jars
Perfume bottles also go to the bottle bank. Take off as many parts as possible first; spray tops go in general waste. Source: MyWaste: perfume bottles
Find your nearest bring bank or recycling centre with the MyWaste locator. Source: MyWaste: where you can take your recycling

Glass that does not go in a glass bin or bottle bank

Glass items that go somewhere other than a glass bin or bottle bank
Item	Where it goes	Source
Pyrex and ovenware	General waste bin. It is treated to withstand high temperatures, so it cannot be recycled.	MyWaste: Pyrex
Mirrors	A designated civic amenity site. Mirrors in good condition can be donated.	MyWaste: mirrors
Light bulbs	A WEEE drop-off point or civic amenity site. See how to dispose of light bulbs.	MyWaste: light bulbs
Crockery and ceramics	General waste bin, not bring banks. Good-quality crockery can be donated.	MyWaste: crockery
Window glass	Not accepted in the AES glass bin.	AES Recycling: what goes in the glass bin

Other collectors and kerbside glass

Some collectors offer glass collection in some areas, so check your own collector's site. You can also compare bin collectors in your area.

Glass and AES glass bin FAQs

Does AES collect glass?

Yes, in some areas. AES lists a 140L glass bin in its AES Lite, SMART and Plus plans and says the bins available can depend on your location and plan. Enter your Eircode on the AES website to check your property.

Source: AES Recycling: household plans

How do I find my AES glass bin collection dates?

Look at your collection calendar in the AES app, or log in to AES My Account online to view or download it. You need your AES account number.

Source: AES Recycling: customer app · Source: AES My Account login

How often is the AES glass bin collected?

AES does not state a standard glass collection frequency on the pages BinDay checked. The dates on your own AES collection calendar are the ones that count, so check it in the AES app or My Account.

Source: AES Recycling: household collection calendar