Garbage & Recycling
Pinellas County is a leader in reducing landfill waste through its Waste-to-Energy Facility and recycling program. Our primary vision, as explained in the 2020 Solid Waste Master Plan, is to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2050.
Featured Government Office
Solid Waste Department
Manages the Solid Waste Disposal Complex, Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center, Where Does It Go? Search Tool (how to get rid of an item) and provides tours.
Learn MoreNews
- Story January 8, 2025 A Year in Review: How Good is Pinellas County at Recycling?
- News December 26, 2024 Here’s how to dispose of your Christmas tree
- News December 12, 2024 Pinellas County awarded NOAA grant to clean up tires from Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico
- Story August 30, 2024 Solid Waste disposal fee to increase
- Story August 8, 2024 How to get rid of unwanted electronics in Pinellas County
Info & Resources
- Recycle Guide
- Find Reuse, Recycling and Disposal Options
- Disposal Fees: Solid Waste Disposal Complex
- Collection: Garbage & Recycling
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection
- Municipal Contact Information: Garbage and Recycling Collection
- Educational Resources: Garbage and Recycling
- Recycling FAQ
- Solid Waste Master Plan
- Business Electronics and Chemical Collection
Events
View All EventsHousehold Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Solid Waste Technical Management Committee Meeting
The Solid Waste Technical Management Committee is an advisory committee to the Board of County Commissioners with responsibility to review and make…
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Pinellas Partners in Recycling Meeting
Pinellas Partners in Recycling (PPR) is an advisory and networking group focused on recycling, waste reduction and diversion, and management of solid waste…
Programs
View All ProgramsBaskets for Beaches
The Baskets for Beaches program enables you to make a difference by collecting trash as you walk the beach. Grab a basket…
Asbestos Program
The asbestos program investigates complaints, cooperates with state and local agencies for asbestos project notification, and inspects demolition and renovation projects to…
Leaf It On The Lawn
Did you know that stormwater is the leading threat to water quality? Yard debris can be transported to stormwater pipes and waterways, causing problems......
Guide to Recognizing Hazardous Waste
This guide has been developed by Pinellas County Solid Waste to help businesses properly manage wastes in accordance with federal, state and......
Discover Careers with Pinellas County Solid Waste
Rewarding Opportunities Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, fast-forward your career and join the team of employees at Pinellas......
Eventos de recolección de productos electrónicos y químicos para empresas
Este recurso fue desarrollado por el Departamento de Desperdicios Sólidos para ofrecer a las empresas una guía sobre cómo manejar adecuadamente los......
Small Quantity Generator Program
All counties in Florida are required by the legislature to establish and implement a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) notification and verification program......
Collection: Garbage & Recycling
Garbage and recycling collection services are managed independently by municipalities (incorporated areas) and County-licensed private haulers (unincorporated areas). Pinellas County does not......
Mulch Pickup Program
...trimmings, grass clippings, leaves, palm fronds, trees and tree stumps, and clean wood. How does mulch benefit the environment? Yard waste ground into usable, free mulch. Mulch is useful for......
Municipal Contact Information: Garbage and Recycling Collection
Municipal Residents and Businesses: Please contact your city to request garbage and recycling collection service. ...
Artificial Reef Program
An artificial reef is a human-made, underwater structure built to encourage marine life. In 1975, Pinellas County Solid Waste began creating artificial......
Educational Resources: Garbage and Recycling
Solid Waste follows the 4Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Recover of managing waste. Use these resources to learn what happens when you throw......