Portland and the federal government

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Services, guides, and information

75 services and resources found

Compost – what goes in the bin

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Learn what can and can’t go in your green compost bin in Portland. For homes, that includes food and yard waste. At businesses, it's food only.

Garbage – what goes in the bin

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Learn what can and can’t go in your garbage bin in Portland.

Recycling – what goes in the bin

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Paper, plastic, and metal go in your blue recycling bin. Glass should always be collected in a separate glass-only bin. Whether you’re at home, work, or school, the materials you can recycle in Portland are the same.

Stay safe and warm in winter weather

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What to do when snow, ice, extreme cold, and winter storms hit Portland. How to get ready. Where to find information on road closures, travel tips, snow and ice routes, snowplow activity, freezing pipes, downed power lines, power outages, tree emergencies, and more.

Who picks up my garbage?

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Find out which garbage company is assigned to your home* and how to contact them.

A Brief History of Inequity in Portland’s Waste Collection System

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Portland’s waste collection system has a complex history. This timeline shows how the system was formed, how it evolved throughout the years and why applying an equity lens is important moving forward.

About garbage and recycling in Portland

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Learn about Portland's garbage and recycling system, including its history, key policies, and what happens to your recycling and compost after it leaves your home or business.

Annual Residential Garbage and Recycling Rate Review

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Every year, the City of Portland sets residential garbage, recycling, and compost collection rates based on a thorough evaluation of the cost of providing these services.

Ask a garbage and recycling question

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Have questions, concerns, or complaints about your garbage, recycling, or compost service? We’re here to help.

Battery recycling

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Learn how to recycle batteries in Portland. (Never put batteries in garbage or mixed recycling.)

Become a commercial waste hauler

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Any person collecting commercial solid waste within the City must obtain a commercial collection permit.

Bulky waste collection rates

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Need to get rid of something that won’t fit in your garbage bin? Your garbage company can pick up oversized items right from the curb. Prices apply to single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes in Portland.

Business food scraps requirement

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All Portland businesses that produce over 250 pounds of food scraps per week are required to compost.

Business garbage and recycling policies

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City of Portland regulations for businesses related to recycling, single-use bags, Styrofoam, single-use plastics, and proper waste container storage.

Business recycling and compost posters

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Print garbage, recycling, and compost posters for your business. Or order printed posters or stickers.

Business recycling guide

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Learn how to set up or improve recycling at your business. Get free posters and stickers, staff training tools, and tips for recycling at your office, restaurant, or shop.

Business recycling requirement

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Businesses in Portland are required to recycle. This includes paper, metal, and plastic, as well as glass bottles and jars.

Buy compost and gravel from Sunderland Yard

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Sunderland Yard is a city facility that recycles materials from work done by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Facility produces compost, recycled rock, screened dirt, as well as sand from snow and ice response. Recycled rock and compost for sale. Screened dirt free.

Choose to reuse: Making the switch to reusable serviceware

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It's easier than ever for restaurants, food carts, and grocery stores to accept customers' cups and to-go containers and to use durable dishware. Learn how to choose reusables: It’s good for your business, your customers, and your bottom line.

Community cleanup resources

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How to help clean up litter and graffiti in your neighborhood and around Portland. Plus, where to report overflowing public trash cans, abandoned vehicles or shopping carts, and other areas with large quantities of trash.

Community Collection Events

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Learn about community waste collection events, Dumpster Days (2021-2025), and year-round disposal, recycling, and donation options.

Community Waste Collection Events

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Events and efforts to support collection of household items that aren’t easily disposed of through regular garbage and recycling service, such as mattresses, furniture, rugs, appliances, electronics, or Styrofoam.

Composting at Apartments & Multifamily

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How to set up food scrap compost collection at multifamily properties. This includes apartments, condos, townhomes, and any residential community with five or more units.

Containers in the Right-of-Way

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Garbage, recycling and compost containers are not allowed to be stored on public sidewalks or streets.

Event recycling

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How to set up recycling at your event, and other tips for hosting a sustainable event.

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