Unlike traditional composting, this partnership with Republic Services and EBMUD results in electricity! Are your favorite restaurants participating?

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!

At its regular meeting on July 24, 2025, the Board of Directors of the Central Contra Costa
Solid Waste Authority awarded Republic Services with a 10-year franchise
agreement for garbage, recycling, and organics collection services that will begin on March 1, 2027.

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.  

New garbage service rates for residents, businesses and multifamily properties effective March 1, 2025.

RecycleSmart residents can visit our compost hub!

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

The next Board of Directors meeting will be on September 25, 2025 @ 3:00 p.m.