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Early garbage pickup on hot days

On very hot days, waste collection may start earlier than usual for the safety of collection drivers. Residential customers should set garbage, recycling, and compost bins out at the curb the night before.

August 29, 2022 10:30 am News article

Waste bins sitting on curb. Text reads: Set bins out at night. Pickup starts early to keep drivers safe during high temps.

BPS’s long-time leader of Master Recycler program says goodbye

Lauren Norris leaves as the robust program moves to Metro; continues her legacy of outreach, education and inclusion.

June 24, 2022 10:07 am News article

Lauren standing on right next to panel of 5 people wearing business clothes and seated in chairs

New residential garbage rates and collection schedules

Effective July 1, 2022 new residential garbage collection rates will take effect. New residential garbage collection schedules were mailed in June, as part of the Portland Curbsider publication.

June 9, 2022 8:00 am News article

The four waste bins for residential curbside pickup are shown: A small yellow rectangular container for glass, a blue rollcart for recycling, a green rollcart for compost, and a black rollcart for garbage.

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 April 18, 2022 3:00 pm News article

Garbage, recycling and compost bin on street with snow piled on top of each.

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

April 3, 2022 1:22 pm Blog post

COVID-19 updates related to Garbage, Recycling and Compost service

Updates on how COVID-19 is impacting Portland's garbage, recycling and compost collection service.

Updated January 18, 2022 9:00 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.

Updated December 31, 2021 5:10 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 November 16, 2021 10:00 am News article

An illustration showing a christmas tree with all of the decorations removed

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

A woman stands in her front yard and empties food scraps from a kitchen-top compost pail into a green compost roll cart.

The Master Recycler Program celebrates 30 years

The Portland Metro area Master Recycler Program began in 1991 and has trained over 2,000 volunteers.

August 31, 2021 12:30 pm Blog post

A group of twenty people all wearing Master Recycler badges. This is the first all Spanish-language course at Centro Cultural of Washington County.

Significant recycling bill passes, putting Oregon at the forefront of recycling innovation once again

SB582, the Recycling Modernization Act, passes; retiring BPS employee Bruce Walker served on the Recycling Steering Committee for the bill.

August 13, 2021 9:33 am News article

A green compost bin, black garbage bin, blue recycling bin, and yellow glass bin lined up on a residential street, with gardens and homes in the background.

Early garbage pickup on Friday, July 30 during extreme heat

Set bins out at the curb the night before; collection will start earlier than normal.

Updated July 29, 2021 11:00 am News article

June 25 - 29, 2021: Early garbage pickup during extreme heat

Portland residential garbage, recycling, and compost bins will be picked up earlier than usual for the health and safety of waste collection drivers. Residents should place bins on the curb the night before to avoid missing a pickup.

Updated June 29, 2021 11:00 am News article

Keep it fresh: Stretch your food dollars with these storage tips

Learn how to keep food from going bad by making the most of your freezer and understanding where in your fridge and cupboard food will last the longest.

December 6, 2020 11:03 am News article

Autumn compost tips

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

Updated October 9, 2020 9:15 am News article

Recycling doesn’t have to be a nightmare!

Be a fearless recycler

Updated October 9, 2020 9:00 am News article

A 2d illustration of styrofoam, plastic bags, and other things that aren't recyclable

Garbage Service Delays Due To Hazardous Air Quality - 9/14/2020 - 9/18/2020

Leave your garbage, recycling and compost carts out and they will be picked up as soon as it is safe to do so.

Updated September 15, 2020 4:00 pm News article

Garbage Service Postponed Due To Hazardous Air Quality - 9/14/2020

If Monday is your regular pickup day, leave your carts out and they will be picked up as soon as it is safe to do so.

September 13, 2020 6:00 pm News article

Recycle or not? Face masks, wipes, and more

Disposable face masks, gloves, and wipes should all go in the garbage. But cardboard boxes and some types of empty plastic containers can be recycled.

July 10, 2020 9:50 am News article

Spring cleaning tips during COVID-19

If spending more time at home makes you want to clean out your closet, your kitchen, or your whole home, we’re here to help. Portland offers terrific options to donate and recycle items. However, due to health and safety measures, some donation and disposal options are more limited than usual.

May 18, 2020 9:52 am News article

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