News and notices

Garbage service delays due to snow and ice

In case of snow or ice, leave garbage, recycling, and compost carts at the curb. They will be emptied as soon as it is safe to do so.

Updated March 8, 2023 3:00 pm News article

Holiday garbage and recycling tips

How to set out your holiday tree, tips for sorting common holiday waste, how to set out extra trash, and what to do in case of snow and ice.

Updated December 12, 2022 10:00 am News article

Boxes, bubble wrap and more: What’s recyclable?

Find out which types of packaging can be recycled, which go in the trash, and how to avoid overflowing bins.

November 1, 2022 5:10 pm News article

Autumn compost tips

Fallen leaves and rotting jack-o-lanterns belong in the green bin.

Updated September 1, 2022 9:15 am Blog post

Food scraps from businesses will soon be turned into fertilizer and biogas

April 3, 2022 1:22 pm Blog post

Happy 10-year Compost-iversary, Portlanders!

In 2011, Portland’s curbside compost program expanded from just yard waste to include food scraps.

October 27, 2021 5:33 pm Blog post

Packaging: What’s recyclable and what’s not

Whether you’re mailing packages or receiving them, we’re here to clear up what’s recyclable and what’s not in Portland.

December 16, 2020 5:56 pm Blog post