Overview
The York County Resource Recover Center (RRC) is a waste-to-energy facility that uses garbage as fuel to produce steam to power a turbine to generate electricity. The RRC is designated under PA legislation as a source of “green power”. Visitors will be given an overview of the process of waste-to-energy followed by a walking tour of the facility, which includes the Tipping Floor, the Turbine-Generator Room and a mock Control Room.
Amenities
Hours
- Operating Season: Year-round
- Monday Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- Tuesday Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- Wednesday Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- Thursday Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- Friday Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- Saturday Hours: Closed
- Sunday Hours: Closed
Hours
- Thursday: 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
General Information
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Estimated Visit Time:
- 60+ minutes
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Tour Type:
- Guided Tour
- Schedule In Advance:
- Admission: Free
Requirements & Restrictions
- Age Requirements: Must be six years of age or older.
- Closed Toe Shoes:
- Safety Gear:
- Photography Allowed:
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Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Group Size Restrictions: Limited to 25 people at a time.
- Additional Requirements/Restrictions: None