News Archive for Vacaville Solano
2025 Sustainability Update Web News Release
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.
Congrats Miguel Garcia – 2025 Driver of the Year Honorable Mention
We’re so excited to share that Miguel Garcia, utility driver at Recology Vacaville-Solano, has been recognized as an Honorable Mention in the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) Driver of the Year awards in the Safety category! The NWRA Driver of the Year awards recognize waste collection professionals for their commitment to safety, years of service, […]
Vacaville Rate Increase Update
We want to inform our customers of an error in our recent billing statement. The message stating, “Effective 1/1/24, your bill will reflect a 3.8% rate increase for residential & commercial customers” should have indicated that the effective date is 1/1/25. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and appreciate your understanding.
New Customer Account Portal Is Here!
We are excited to announce that our new Customer Account Portal is live! Beginning this month, all payment processing and account management will move to the new online Customer Account Portal. To create a new account, start by visiting the Customer Account Portal. You will need the Invoice Number and Account Number included with your bill […]
Read our 2024 Sustainability Update
Recology Diverts 1.4 Million Tons of Materials from Landfills, Delivers on Key Sustainability Goals in Latest Sustainability Update Highlights Include a 27 Percent Increase in Composting, Investments in Landfill-Gas-to-Energy systems SAN FRANCISCO, August 20, 2024 – Recology, a leading resource recovery company on the West Coast, has released its 2024 Sustainability Update, showcasing the company’s […]
New Customer Account Portal Coming September 2024!
Starting in September 2024, all payment processing and account management will be moving to our new online Customer Account Portal. This portal will allow you to pay your bill, view your service calendar, access your statements, and more all in one place! All Recology Vacaville/Solano and Dixon Customers Starting 9/30/2024, pay your bill using […]
Celebrating our award-winning drivers during Waste and Recycling Workers Week
As we celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week, we are thrilled to honor two exceptional Recology drivers who have recently been recognized for their outstanding contributions to our industry. At this year’s WasteExpo, Manuel Vera (right) and Sixto Dela Cruz (left) were awarded Honorable Mentions in the prestigious 2024 Driver of the Year Awards by […]