Have a question about recycling, composting, or waste reduction in Alameda County? Want to learn more about our programs and how they can benefit you at home, work, or school? We want to hear from you! Email is the fastest way to reach us.

General Contact Information

  • Email: info@stopwaste.org
  • Phone: (510) 891-6500
  • Address: 1537 Webster St., Oakland, CA 94612

Topic-Specific Contacts

Email: rules@stopwaste.org
Phone: (510) 891-6575

Check out our Household Hazardous Waste pages for answers to common questions about how to safely dispose of hazardous waste.

Visit the RE:Source Guide for answers to your questions about what goes where, along with reuse and repair options.

Visit the Schools Portal to request programs, field trips, and classroom resources.

File a non-compliance complaint to report a business or property not following mandatory organics and recycling rules or plastic bag laws.

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