Community Updates

In the Spring of 2022, Oakland Recycles launched the 100 Change Makers program. The goal is to identify change makers in Oakland who will educate our community about how choices we make related to managing waste impacts the environment. We

A small number of Oaklanders have received a new “forever blue” recycle cart. Over time, the forever blue carts and bins will be rolled out across Oakland.  This new blue look aligns with a statewide requirement establishing blue as the

When compostable materials like food scraps, paper, and plant trimmings break down in landfills, they produce methane, a potent greenhouse gas and contributor to climate change. You help fight climate change by putting food scraps and plant debris in your

To prevent overflow, use the available extra compost, recycle and trash services. For extra plant debris: Tie or bundle branches (must be less than 4’ long and 6” across); Use large paper gardening bags available at most hardware stores; Use