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Contra Costa County’s Online Guide for Reuse, Repair, and Recycling

Everything that can be recycled and composted at home can be recycled and composted at school. Check out our free programs and supplies!

Go green with our
e-newsletter and say so long to unwanted paper!

Contra Costa County’s Online Guide for Reuse, Repair, and Recycling

Everything that can be recycled and composted at home can be recycled and composted at school. Check out our free programs and supplies!

New Hello Recycling Bin On-Demand Texting Binbot

We’ve all stood there wondering if something goes in the blue, green or black bin. Now, RecycleSmart residents can text “Hello Recycling Bin” to (925) 940-5795 for on-demand sorting information! Wondering which bin the milk carton goes in? Text Hello Recycling Bin! 

Order a Home Compost Bin for 50% Off

Residents, schools, and businesses located in the RecycleSmart service area can purchase a backyard bin, worm bin, tumbler and composting supplies.

New Reuse, Repair and Thrift Tool

There are many central Contra Costa organizations and businesses that we can support to achieve waste prevention and reduction goals on a very local level. Use this search tool to find local resources.  

Reuse and Cleanup Days

Single-family homes can donate gently used small furniture, household goods, and more, and clean out other garbage on the bi-annual Reuse & Cleanup Days.

Home Composting Workshops

Turn food scraps and yard trimmings into a fertilizer called compost to improve soil health for food and flower gardens. RecycleSmart offers free virtual and in-person workshops. 

We want your feedback on garbage, recycling and organics services.

RecycleSmart is in the process of soliciting bids for garbage, recycling, and organics services beginning in 2027.  As part of this process, we request your input.

Food-Generating Businesses Can Donate Edible Food to Feed People

A new state law, SB 1383, requires some food-generating businesses to donate excess edible food.

CCCSWA Board of Directors Meeting

The next CCCSWA Board of Directors meeting will be on July 25, 2024.

Click below for 2024 Agenda & Reports. 

Request for Proposals Post-Collection Services

The Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority (RecycleSmart) is requesting proposals for post-collection services.

Order a Home Compost Bin for 50% Off

Residents, schools, and businesses located in the RecycleSmart service area can purchase a backyard bin, worm bin, tumbler and composting supplies.

New Service Rates Effective March 1, 2024

Republic Services customers will see new service rates for garbage, recycling, and organics services. 

Reuse and Cleanup Days

Single-family homes can donate gently used small furniture, household goods, and more, and clean out other garbage on the bi-annual Reuse & Cleanup Days.

2024 Annual Compost Giveaway Events!

RecycleSmart is partnering with Republic Services to host the annual compost giveaway events for International Compost Awareness Week 2024! 

We want your feedback on garbage, recycling and organics services.

RecycleSmart is in the process of soliciting bids for garbage, recycling, and organics services beginning in 2027.  As part of this process, we request your input.

Food-Generating Businesses Can Donate Edible Food to Feed People

A new state law, SB 1383, requires some food-generating businesses to donate excess edible food.

Board of Directors Meeting

The Board of Directors next meeting is March 28, 2024. The agenda will be available on 3/25/2024.