Sustainability & Resiliency
Making our community more sustainable and resilient means managing our resources responsibly, reducing our carbon footprint and reducing our vulnerability to threats like climate change and hurricanes.
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Sustainability and Resiliency Program
The Sustainability and Resiliency Program, a division of the Office of Resilience and Asset Management, strives to make Pinellas County more sustainable and resilient to current vulnerabilities and future conditions, promote the wise use of resources, and reduce our overall carbon footprint, through internal governmental practices and external community services.
Learn MoreNews
- News September 3, 2024 County and partners break ground on High Point Community Park
- Story August 30, 2024 Solid Waste disposal fee to increase
- Story August 8, 2024 How to get rid of unwanted electronics in Pinellas County
- News July 2, 2024 Pinellas County seeks input on community flooding
- News May 22, 2024 Beach nourishment to begin June 3 at Pass-a-Grille
Events
View All EventsPinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex Tour
About this event There’s no such place as away! Join us to find out what happens to your garbage when you throw…
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous…
Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex Tour
About this event There’s no such place as away! Join us to find out what happens to your garbage when you throw…
Projects
View All ProjectsResilient Pinellas Action Plan
In 2023, Pinellas County completed its Resilient Pinellas Action Plan, which will guide the County’s sustainability and resiliency initiatives for years to…
Pinellas Trail North Gap – Lake Tarpon Outfall Canal Bridge
Project Description There is one remaining gap in the northern segment of the Pinellas Trail, referred to as the Pinellas Trail North…
Sea Level Rise & Storm Surge Vulnerability Assessment
Overview Pinellas County is ready to face the unprecedented challenge in the coming decades of adapting to climate change and sea level…
Flood Mitigation Action Plan
Overview Pinellas County is developing a countywide Flood Mitigation Action Plan (FMAP) to make the county more resilient to flooding and other…
Programs
View All ProgramsSmall 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…
Clean Marina Program
Boater Benefits The Clean Marina Program helps boaters protect waterways and marine life from pollution. Participating boaters and marina staff learn: How…
Air Quality Program
Pinellas County’s Air Quality Program is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing our local air quality for the health and welfare of…
Archived – 2023 Recycle Guide (PDF)
This is not the newest version of the Recycle Guide. To view the newest version, visit Pinellas.gov/recycleguide....
Adopted Bee City USA Resolution No. 22-101
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA DESIGNATING PINELLAS COUNTY AS A BEE CITY USA AFFILIATE; PROVIDING......
Emergency Information
In the case of a fire, police or medical emergency, call 9-1-1. Hurricane Recovery: Milton, Helene & Debby What to Do If......
New virtual tour of the Solid Waste Disposal Complex
Photo Caption: Image of the Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex (SWDC) from the top of the Bridgeway Acres Landfill, as shown......
Solid Waste partners with Code Enforcement to help property owners in need
Photo Caption: Before and after photos of the Clearwater home that was assisted by the partnership. Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Household Hazardous......
Commission approves $14.4M for affordable homes
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, Oct. 31, approved $14.4 million to support development of more than 300 homes for rent and homeownership for people at all income levels. ...
2023 Commercial Recycling Awareness Survey
Pinellas County Solid Waste's 2023 Pinellas County Commercial Recycling Awareness Survey....
Downloadable Flyer – What to Recycle
Graphic listing what can be placed into your recycling bin in Pinellas County. List includes: glass bottles & jars, plastic bottles & jugs, metal food & beverage cans, cartons and paper & cardboard. ...
Downloadable Flyer – What Not to Recycle
Graphic listing what should not be placed into your recycling bin in Pinellas County. The list includes: plastic bags or bagged recycling, clothing, yard waste, foam packaging products, paper towels, napkins or tissues, wires, cords or hoses and food waste or food residue. ...