Ever wonder where your recycling actually goes? The Materials Flow Map shows the journey of recyclables and compost from Alameda County homes and businesses to their final destinations.
What You'll Learn
Where Materials Go
See the facilities that process Alameda County's:
- Recyclables (paper, plastic, glass, metal)
- Compost and organics
- Garbage and landfill waste
Processing Facilities
Learn about the transfer stations, sorting facilities, and processing plants that handle our waste.
The Full Journey
Follow materials from curbside collection to their final destination — whether that's a paper mill, compost facility, or landfill.
Why It Matters
Understanding where materials go helps explain:
- Why proper sorting is so important
- How contamination affects the entire system
- What happens when the wrong items end up in recycling
- How our waste management infrastructure works
Related Resources
- Curbside Recycling Guide — What goes in your bins
- RE:Source Guide — Search for specific items
- About StopWaste — Learn about our organization