Waste Reduction
Pinellas County is dedicated to providing first-class solid waste management service to its residents, businesses and visitors with one primary goal of contributing zero waste to landfills.

Solid Waste Department
Manages the Solid Waste Disposal Complex, which includes the Waste-to-Energy Facility, Bridgeway Acres Landfill, and HEC3, and provides recycling outreach and education.
Learn MoreInfo & Resources
2023 Recycle Guide now available
The new and updated 2023 Recycle Guide is now available at schools, libraries throughout Pinellas County and online. The guide provides readers......
Solid Waste and Animal Services Partnership: Pet Supply Donation Drive
In July, the departments of Solid Waste (DSW) and Animal Services teamed up for a pet supply donation drive! The donated supplies......
Green Business Partnership
Looking to prioritize green business initiatives and sustainability for your business? Pinellas County has developed the Green Business Partnership, a voluntary assessment offered......
Business Waste Reduction & Recycling FAQ
Details on how Pinellas County businesses can reduce their waste and utilize recycling collection services....
Household Chemical Collection
The Department of Solid Waste’s HEC3 program diverts Household Hazardous Waste from the municipal solid waste stream for proper recycling and disposal.......
What does the Sustainability and Resiliency Program do?
The goal of the Sustainability & Resiliency Program is to make Pinellas County more resilient to threats such as climate change and......
Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan
Pinellas County is currently developing its first comprehensive Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan, which will set the foundation for all of the......
Waste Reduction Initiatives
Working Toward a Zero-Waste Future Pinellas County is dedicated to providing first-class solid waste management service to its residents, businesses and visitors,......
Sustainability and Resiliency Initiatives
With nearly 600 miles of coastline, pristine ecosystems and some of the nation’s top beaches, Pinellas County is a popular place to......
Pinellas County convenes Sustainability and Resiliency Advisory Committee
Pinellas County is convening an expansive and diverse advisory committee that will help finalize the County’s first Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan......