More #PlasticFreeJuly tips to help you know what to do with plastic! We can all do our part to properly sort our plastic. Happy Plastic Free July!

Join us for our upcoming #swap where you can bring and browse clothes, accessories, and shoes to swap for something new to you! Whether you’re getting ready for the school year, prepping for a new job, or just want to refresh your wardrobe, come by and check out the event!

Hazards hanging around at home? Join us August 16 in East Palo Alto for the household hazardous waste drop-off event! Bring paint, cleaning chemicals, propane tanks, and more! Make an appointment at En Español:

Calling all matcha lovers!🍵Don't throw away those overripe bananas! 🍌Instead, save them to make this delicious, viral matcha latte!🍌🍵 #matcha #bananamatcha #bananas #foodwaste

If you or anyone you know are energetic and passionate about waste education, please consider applying for our open Environmental Education Fellow position. More information and how to apply at:

As #PlasticFreeJuly continues, here are a few reminders about plastic. Keep an eye out for more reminders and tips from us about plastic throughout the month 😊. Happy Plastic Free July!

Looking for a way to display your beloved earrings? Look no further than everyday objects you might already have at home! Check out some everyday items you might be able to #upcycle into your new earring holder.

E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, are disposable and causing increasing environmental harms. Thank you to RethinkWaste's Executive Director, Joe La Mariana, for advocating and representing at the press release this morning.

RT @LG_Rocket: Today, I released the newest edition of my report: Vape Waste 2. We're literally throwing away miniature computers after a f….

Did you know using a paper bag is better for the #compost than green bioplastic bags because paper bags break down quickly? Put your compost in the freezer until collection day then use a paper bag to put it in the bin for mess-free disposal & happy compost.

The Shoreway Transfer Station is back open to the public! Our hours are Monday – Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you for your patience!

Update 7/10: The Shoreway Transfer Station is still currently closed to the public. We will report back when it opens. More info: Check our website for updates or contact us with any questions.

The Shoreway Transfer Station is currently closed today, July 9 to the public, including the compost giveaway. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience. Please check our website for updates or contact us with any questions.

Did you know that you can grow your own avocado tree from the pit (seed) of the avocado? Try sprouting your own seed at home!

Happy #PlasticFreeJuly! This month, try to see what single-use items you can stop using and #DitchPlastic. Try switching to reuseable items this month! Comment your favorite reuseable items in the comments! #ZeroWaste

It's #PlasticBagFreeDay! Make sure to grab a basket, canvas tote, or paper bag before you head out shopping. #plasticfreejuly

Happy #PlasticFreeJuly! Thanks for the tips @CalRecycle on how we can all reduce our plastic use this month and beyond!.

If you ever wonder why recycling is so important and what difference it's going to make, here's why!

Did you know? Glass bottles and jars thrown in the blue bin get crushed into small bits by the machinery at our facility, meaning if it breaks, it can still be recycled! Please put the shards in another glass container and secure it with a lid for the safety of our hand sorters.

Thank you Belmont City Council for celebrating one of RethinkWaste's 2025 Trash to Art Contest winners! Congratulations again to Vincent, Honorable Mention from Belmont Oaks Academy!