StopWaste partners with residents, businesses, schools, and local governments in Alameda County to reduce waste and conserve resources to protect the environment and support healthy communities.
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DON'T KNOW WHERE IT GOES?
Check RE:Source Guide
The RE:Source Guide provides answers on how to recycle, reuse, repair, and safely dispose of just about anything. Just search an item by your nearest options.
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Find what you need
Whether you’re a resident, business, school or member agency – resources are available for all
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HAZARDOUS WASTE
Drop Off Paint, Batteries, Electronics & More
Paint, electronics, chemicals, and motor oil don't belong in your curbside bins. Alameda County residents can drop off these items at any of four facilities for free — no appointment needed. Just drive up, pop your trunk, and our staff handles the rest.
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Recycling & Composting Rules
How to Comply with SB 1383
California law SB 1383 requires California residents and businesses to keep food and other compostable materials out of landfills to help fight climate change.
In partnership with Alameda County’s environmental health departments, StopWaste offers resources as well as free, personalized support to help businesses and multifamily properties comply.
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What’s New
See the latest stories, tips, and highlights from StopWaste.
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StopWaste Earns Recertification as a California Green Business
The California Green Business Network has recognized StopWaste once again as a certified Green Business. We are proud to join hundreds of other businesses in Alameda County and over 4,000 across California that are committed to being environmentally friendly and minimizing their impact on the environment.
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New StopWaste Regulatory Fee Supports State-Required Programs
Starting July 1, 2026, a StopWaste Regulatory Fee will appear on customer garbage bills in Alameda County. The fee helps fund programs required by California to keep compostable and recyclable materials out of landfills, reduce food waste, recover surplus edible food for donation, and to prevent plastic bag pollution.
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StopWaste Wins $150,000 Re-X Before Recycling Prize
StopWaste is honored to announce that we have been named a winner of Phase 2 of the Re-X Before Recycling Prize by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office.
Upcoming Board Meetings
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Waste Management Authority Board / Energy Council / Recycling Board
StopWaste, 1537 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612