Help reduce waste to our landfills! StopWaste.Org offers a wide range of waste prevention and recycling services to the residents of Alameda County to reduce waste and save money.
Recycling Guide. Our annual Recycling Guide is chockfull of ways to recycle almost any type of household material, from audio tapes to zippers. Also included is a comprehensive A-Z resource of what is recyclable and locations to recycle. You can also access this information by going to the interactive How and Where to Recycle section of this website.
- Household Hazardous Waste. Residents can take advantage of our area-wide facilities that let them bring in most types of household chemicals for free - including paints, adhesives and garden chemicals.
Food Scrap Recycling. Food scraps and food-soiled paper, such as used paper napkins, plates and pizza boxes comprise the largest portion of our waste stream. Many cities in Alameda County have implemented food scrap recycling programs.
- Multifamily Recycling. Recycling isn't just for single-family homeowners. If you live in or manage an apartment complex or multi-family housing, find out what can be done to improve your recycling program.
Bay-Friendly Gardening. Alameda County gardeners are encouraged to use native plants, rely less on harmful chemicals and use less water when gardening. Bay-Friendly Gardening also embraces backyard composting, offering residents compost bins at a discount.
- Green Building. No more a niche building technique, many residents are either building themselves or hiring contractors who embrace green building. Green building includes materials like low-VOC paints
