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Recycling and the Environment
Help contribute to the beautification of Emeryville by taking advantages of the following programs, administered by the Department of Public Works . See Community Links for other websites that offer information about recycling.
Eco Food-Ware Ordinance
Information Page
Call the City Environmental Program Staff at 596-3728 for more information or to report a violation.
All food vendors, such as restaurants, cafés, delis and caterers, who use disposable food service-ware, must switch to compostable food service-ware by January 1, 2008
Green Business Program
Call Alameda County at 510-567-6770
Bay Area Green Business
The program is a cooperative regional effort to assist small businesses to understand regulatory concerns and come into full compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations. Businesses who comply are marketed to the public so information to support environmentally friendly businesses.
Residential Recycling and Composting Information
Single Family Residential Recycling and Composting Information
Multi-Family Residential Recycling and Composting Information
Bulky Item Collection Information
Curbside Recycling
Waste Management of Alameda County,
510-613-8710
The program provides for same day curbside recycling, garbage and motor oil pick
up. If you need help specializing in a business or multi-family recycling program,
please contact the Public Works Department at 510-596-3728.
Garbage Program
Waste Management of Alameda County, 510-613-8710
The program provides for same day curbside garbage, recycling and motor oil pick up.
Household Hazardous Waste Program
Household Hazardous Waste,(800)606-6606
The program provides for the proper disposal of solvents, chemicals, paint, pesticides, syringes or sharps .
Marina Used Oil Depot Program
Call International Marina, 510-654-3716
A used motor oil recycling depot has been installed near the fuel dock at the Marina. The service is free to the public. Contact Marina personnel for assistance.
Composting/Worm Composting Program
Alameda County Waste Management Authority, 510-444-SOIL
Recycle fruits, vegetables, and yard trimmings in your own backyard to produce a great soil additive. Or use a worm composting bin for composting vegetable food wastes using red worms.
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