Bay-Friendly Landscape Guidelines: Sustainable Practices for the Landscape Professional
This 68-page publication is written for the professional landscape industry in the San Francisco Bay Area. It presents guidance, best practices and resources for the design, construction and maintenance of high performance landscapes.
Bay-Friendly Landscaping Guide to Mulch and Mulch Case Study
The Mulch Guide (available in English and Spanish) has detailed information about using mulch to save money, control weeds, and create healthy landscapes. It includes information on types of mulch and how to use them successfully, sample maintenance specifications, information about using mulch for erosion control, photos of mulch installations and more. The Mulch Case Study showcases the experience of a local landscape professional with chipping and reusing plant debris as mulch.
Food Waste Issues Among Alameda County Residents
Key Findings of a Survey Conducted September 15-24, 2018 by FM3 Consultants.
Our Impact at a Glance - April 2026
StopWaste and our partners support schools, businesses, and communities to reduce waste, expand reusables, improve composting and recycling, and increase energy efficiency and affordability. Here are highlights from 2025-26, organized by our key goals and focus areas. Preventing Food Waste & Expanding Food Recovery 7,000 tons of edible food recovered — equivalent of 11.5 million meals, thanks to a countywide network of 100+ organizations. $330K+ invested in food recovery and waste prevention grants for equipment, infrastructure, and community-based programs. 1,000+ students engaged through new
StopWaste Legislative Priorities - 2026
Download a PDF that outlines the legislative priorities for StopWaste in 2026.
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY23-24 and FY24-25
The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY23-24 and FY24-25 for the Alameda County Waste Management Authority, Alameda County Source Reduction and Recycling Board, and Energy Council.
Form: Request for Appeal of Administrative Citation
Use this form to appeal a citation if you believe it was issued in error. You must submit payment of the Total Fine amount with your appeal letter and make the appeal within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the citation in order to be granted a citation appeal hearing. Find details about the appeal process: https://www.stopwaste.org/rules/citations-enforcement/citations/appeal-process
