Seattle’s recycling and composting rates are some of the highest in the nation. However, we can still do more. Seattle’s “zero-waste” strategy continues to set aggressive targets to increase the amount we recycle and compost . The City has also worked to reduce the amount of packaging and harmful materials we purchase and use in our operations. Everyone can play a role in keeping Seattle a clean and healthy place to live.

Recycling and Composting Residential recycling, commercial recycling, apartment/condo recycling, residential deconstruction, food and yard waste, backyard composting	Lower Your Impact Adopt-a-Drain, prevent water pollution, hazardous materials, reduce/reuse/exchange, community advisory committees, green cleaning tips, natural lawn and garden care, food service packaging requirements, event recycling and composting
Toxics Reduction Natural pest and weed control, combined sewer overflow, hazardous materials, water quality, air quality	Your Greener Government Integrated pest management & pesticide-free parks, green purchasing, solid waste reports, drainage and creek projects, chemical use policy (doc)