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News media contacts

For media requests and inquiries, please contact SWD’s Public Information Officer:

Joe Basile
Email:  jbasile@kingcounty.gov

News releases

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Latest news releases

2025
May 19 New law will strengthen statewide recycling, reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions
May 7 Three Emmy Award nominations for videos produced by DNRP
Mar 21 King County announces new transfer station in Kirkland, providing modern recycling services for northeast King County residents
Mar 10 Final environmental review completed for new transfer station, making waste disposal and recycling more convenient for northeast King County

2024
Dec 11 Save time, food, and money this holiday season with these four waste prevention tips
Dec 11 Looking for a holiday activity? Shop year-round and special farmers markets
Feb 8 Review and comment on a proposal to make recycling, waste reduction services more convenient in northeast King County

2023
Aug 8 A pathway to zero waste: King County explores innovative technologies to meet waste reduction goals
June 29 King County Green Schools Program recognizes 67 schools, two school districts, and 88 student Green Teams for resource conservation efforts

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DNRP newsroom

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Comprehensive plan

Information about the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan.

Solid waste programs

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Solid waste facilities

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