 Questions on How to Dispose of Something in DC? There’s an App for That
Dear Resident,
We recognize that it’s not always easy remembering which items are recyclable, which items require scheduling a bulk pick-up, and which items are considered household hazardous waste. To take the guesswork out of waste disposal and recycling, we’ve created a new web app that allows residents to type in almost any item they can think of, after which they will be provided with information on how that item should be properly disposed of, recycled, reused or composted in the District.
In addition to the app, we’ve added a new recycling game for children on the District’s Zero Waste website. The game teaches kids how to properly sort common household items, such as milk cartons, by giving them five options: recycling bin, trash bin, bulk pick-up,* Fort Totten Transfer Station, or a composting food waste drop-off. Once the item is properly placed, the player advances to the next level.
If DPW collects your trash and recycling, you’ve also likely received a postcard from us with reminders on how to prepare your trash and recyclables for collection. Some of the reminders include not putting recyclables in plastic bags, and when bins should be set out and removed from the curb.
--DC DPW
*DPW collects large, bulky items by appointment from residential households that receive DPW trash collection service. To make an appointment, please call the Mayor's Citywide Call Center at 311 or visit www.311.dc.gov.
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