Creating a More "Circular" Economy
To reduce GHG emissions, we need to do more than just clean up our energy and buildings. We also need to change the way we make and use products, materials, and food. All of Redwood City’s waste reduction initiatives aim to help residents and businesses move beyond “linear” consumption -- take, make, waste -- and towards “circular” consumption: reduce, reuse, recycle and recover. In a circular economy, materials never become waste and are instead designed for reuse and minimal environmental impact.
Recycling & Composting
Learn How to Landfill Less
We all know about recycling and composting. However, for whatever reason, many of us still throw most things in the trash. Luckily, Redwood City, Recology San Mateo County, and Rethink Waste make recycling and composting easier than ever with the following resources:
- Convenient curbside recycling and composting service
- Hazardous waste and bulky item drop-off
- Free bulky item pickup collection
- Community shred and e-scrap recycling events
- Expert Waste Zero Team advisors for businesses
Take advantage of these resources and equip yourself with the knowledge to recycle and compost properly – not just for the climate, but for a cleaner, healthier home, too.
What You Can Do
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover
Reduce waste emissions with small, easy changes to your daily life.