News Updates

Palo Alto is Now Keeping More Recyclables in the United States

Published on December 14, 2022

A successful pilot program recently extended through 2026 will keep more plastic and mixed paper recyclables in the United States, furthering the City’s sustainability and climate action priorities.

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Celebrating National Public Works Week

Published on May 20, 2022

It's National Public Works Week and we are celebrating our Public Works Department and sharing the services they provide to our local community. In a new blog, learn about the services Palo Alto’s Public Works Department provides the community to commemorate National Public Works Week

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New Garbage Processing & Disposal Services for Palo Alto

Published on December 06, 2021

Starting January 1, 2022, Palo Alto’s garbage (the material in the black landfill carts and bins) will be taken to GreenWaste Recovery where recyclables and compostables will be recovered. This processing has historically taken place at the Sunnyvale Materials Recovery and Transfer (SMaRT®) Station; the contract with the SMaRT Station will end December 31, 2021.

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Holiday Schedule Changes – Waste Collection, HHW Station, Sweeping

Published on November 21, 2021

Recycle, compost, and garbage collection days may change during the holidays because collection does not occur on Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's Day. The HHW Station has holiday closures. Street sweeping may also be changed during the holidays.

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Palo Alto is Now Keeping More Recyclables in the United States

Celebrating National Public Works Week

New Garbage Processing & Disposal Services for Palo Alto

Holiday Schedule Changes – Waste Collection, HHW Station, Sweeping

Palo Alto Solid Waste Processing Contract