City Government Zero Waste
SF government is modeling smart choices for our health and environment
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San Francisco City and County employees are leaders in environmental protection and are helping achieve our goal of zero waste by 2020. We offer free tools to help our city employees prevent waste, reuse, recycle, compost, and buy green to conserve resources and save money.
The Virtual Warehouse is an on-line system for City employees to submit and reuse gently used appliances, electronics, office furniture & supplies. If you need something, look here first before buying new.Read>
City Departments can schedule a pick-up through SF Department of Public Health for toxic materials such as batteries, fluorescent lamps, pesticides, cleaners, and other illegal items. Read>
If you can't find what you need for free on the Virtual Warehouse, choose from 1000+ approved green products from City-compliant vendorsRead>
Zero Waste Coordinators are waste reduction and green purchasing ambassadors in City Government Departments. ZW Coordinators work with SF Environment to ensure their departments are modeling the best waste prevention practices and purchasing decisions.Read>
Additional Information for City Government Zero Waste
ePayroll
With the improved online service, City employees have access to secure and convenient pay information in a manner that is consistent with our City’s commitment to reducing waste and protecting the environment.
City Government Supplies Order Form
Order bins, stickers, and other supplies to help city buildings recycle almost everything.
Virtual Warehouse
An on-line clearinghouse for City and County of San Francisco employees to find and share gently used items for use in city operations.
