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Disposal fee increase effective January 1
Disposal fee increase effective January 1 2025. Learn more…
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News
Review and comment on a proposal to make recycling, waste reduction services more convenient in northeast King County
A draft environmental impact statement is now available for review for a new state-of-the-art recycling and transfer station in northeast King County. The new King County Solid Waste Division facility will offer major improvements over the current station, including expanded recycling services, and compaction equipment to reduce traffic.
A pathway to zero waste: King County explores innovative technologies to meet waste reduction goals
King County is investigating a new technology, called mixed waste processing, that can capture and divert valuable resources from the stuff that does end up in the garbage bin.
King County Green Schools Program recognizes 67 schools, two school districts, and 88 student Green Teams for resource conservation efforts
Led by the County's Solid Waste Division, the Green Schools Program helps King County schools and school districts to start and improve sustainable practices. Program guidance focuses on resource conservation, environmental justice, and waste prevention and collection of recyclable materials and organics.
The Solid Waste Division is supporting innovations at dozens of small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and city governments as part of its Re+ plan - the County's approach to reinventing our region's solid waste system.
– from the Keeping King County Green blog
Using natural yard care methods in your garden or yard this spring will not only result in vibrant green spaces, but it will also protect people, pets, and wildlife from exposure to harmful chemicals and prevent pollution of local waterways.
– from the Keeping King County Green blog
