Promoting Recycling and Reducing Waste
The Office of Sustainability is committed to minimizing the city's waste and preventing pollution. There are many waste management resources available to help you organize the best methods of disposing your waste. Whether it is recyclables, e-waste, food waste, or even your old mattress, Providence is equipped to help you dispose of your unwanted material safely and responsibly.
With the new Recycle Together RI recycling program, residents can now recycle more items than ever.
Recycling offers a simple opportunity to save the city money and decrease the flow of waste paper, cans, bottles, metals, and cardboard to the landfill. The following resources will help you find the right solution for you.
Links
English/Español Informational Sheet about the Big Green Can recycling program
Providence Department of Public Works Recycling Office
Providence Recycling Ordinance
Other Topics
- Compost
- E-Waste Info
- Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG)
- Hazardous Waste
- Disposing of an old Mattress
- How to organize a neighborhood clean-up