News Archive for San Francisco
Recology Hits 2028 Sustainability Target Three Years Early
Recology Releases 2026 Sustainability Update: Hits 2028 Sustainability Target Three Years Early Recology is proud to share that we’ve reached one of our 2028 sustainability targets three years early. Ninety-five percent of the fuel powering our vehicles and equipment came from renewable or alternative sources in 2025. For more than a century, Recology has pushed […]
2026 Driver of the Year
We’re so excited to share that Dugaldo “Doug” Padilla from Recology Sunset Scavenger, has been awarded 2026 Driver of the Year by the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) in the Regional Residential category! The NWRA Driver of the Year awards recognize waste collection professionals who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to safety, deliver reliable and […]
Follow @recologysanfrancisco on Instagram and Facebook!
Hey San Francisco! We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Facebook and Instagram accounts! These channels will help us stay more connected with the community and share important updates in real time. Follow us at @recologysanfrancisco to stay updated on waste zero sorting tips, service alerts, community events, and more!
Holiday Tree Collection
We hope that you have been having a great holiday season! Recology San Francisco customers, we will be collecting holiday trees on your regular service day from January 2, 2026, to January 16, 2026. Trees can be composted, but only if they’re completely free of all tinsel, decorations, plastic bags, stands, and lights! Once your […]
2025-2026 Holiday Service Reminder
Since Christmas and New Year’s Day both fall on a Thursday this year, there will be no collection service in San Francisco on 12/25 and 1/1 to allow Recology employee-owners to spend time with their families. During these weeks, Thursday and Friday customers will experience a one-day delay in service. Thank you and happy holidays!
2025 Recology San Francisco Rate Increase
The Refuse Rate Board for the City and County of San Francisco has adopted a 3-year rate order that includes annual rate adjustments for recycling, organics, and garbage collection. This comes after a 10-month rate-setting process, including several public hearings, that considered Recology proposals, public comments, and input from City Departments.
Pushing Progress in Waste Innovation
Recology is proud to release our 2025 Sustainability Update, marking another year of progress in building a more sustainable and circular future. We’re not just collecting materials—we're reshaping systems, deepening community partnerships, and creating real momentum toward a more sustainable, circular economy.
Batteries can spark trouble
Every week, more and more everyday electronics make their way into the waste stream—and many of them contain lithium-ion batteries. Found in items like kids’ toys, smartphones, power tools, vapes or e-cigarettes and more, these small but powerful batteries can pose big risks if they’re not disposed of safely. Remember: batteries never go in […]
Honoring America’s best sanitation workers at the “Oscars of Garbage”
Sanitation workers from across the country converged in Las Vegas last week for what’s been dubbed “the Oscars of Garbage.” Itay Hod took a ride with David Barbagelata, Recology Driver and one of this year’s nominees. CBS News, May 11, 2025.