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San Francisco’s Mandatory Recycling and Composting Ordinance requires residents to separate their recyclables, compostables, and landfill trash. Find tools and resources to help you and your household compost and recycle so our city can reach zero waste.
San Franciscans can recycle just about anything with our comprehensive composting and recycling program, but deciding what goes in which bin can be confusing. Here you will find quick tips on the basics of composting and recycling. Read>
Customize recycling and composting signs for your home or print pre-made signs to facilitate your household zero waste program!Read>
San Francisco residents can take advantage of free pick-ups each year for bulky items, drop off items directly at Recology, or donate items to a variety of local organizations. Read>
San Francisco's Mandatory Recycling and Composting Ordinance requires all residents to separate their refuse into recyclables, compostables, and landfill trash. If you need help setting up compost and recycling in your home or apartment building, we can help. Read>
Recycling and composting service comes at no additional charge to your garbage service. Reducing the size of your garbage bin can save money and the environment. Read>
SF Environment offers assistance and resources to property owners and managers to educate tenants and implement programs. Full participation in proper recycling and composting can help save money!Read>
