Topic Briefs
Alameda County Waste Characterization Study Findings - October 2024
To better understand what types and amounts of materials are in our waste stream, StopWaste periodically conducts waste characterization studies at material processing facilities throughout the county. Our latest study is the first to examine all three streams – landfill, recycling, and organics – and reveals some promising trends in overall waste tonnage in Alameda County while illuminating ongoing challenges related to consumption, sorting, and contamination.