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King County Solid Waste Division King County operates eight transfer stations, two drop-boxes, the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, and many programs to help customers recycle.

Learn more about the Solid Waste Division at kingcounty.gov/solidwaste.

BOO! 👻You know what’s really spooky? Real behaviors that lead to real consequences.Here’s how you can switch up those sp...
10/22/2026

BOO! 👻

You know what’s really spooky? Real behaviors that lead to real consequences.

Here’s how you can switch up those spooky behaviors: take your lithium batteries to designated drop-off sites, like a hazardous waste facility; leave your recyclables loose; secure your load no matter the size or distance; and drop off your old electronics at designated collection sites, like locations that participate in the E-Cycle program.

But as we enjoy pumpkin carving and holiday meals, remember to make small changes to cut down on waste, like composting your pumpkins, serving only what you’ll eat, or storing leftovers properly in your freezer so they last longer.

Because our county’s only disposal site, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, is expected to reach capacity within 10–20 years...
10/16/2026

Because our county’s only disposal site, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, is expected to reach capacity within 10–20 years, we are looking at alternative waste disposal options for our region now.

Members of the public are invited to review and comment on the draft supplement Environmental Impact Statement. King County will be hosting in-person and virtual meetings for you to provide comments on the following dates:

📍Thursday, Oct. 22, 6-7 pm
Kent Commons Community Center (Olympic Room)
📍Tuesday, October 27, 6-7 pm
White Center Library
📍Thursday, Oct. 29, 12-1 pm
Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82109140166
📍Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6-7 pm
Third Place Commons
📍Tuesday, November 10, 6-7 pm
Highland Middle School

You can find more details about each of the waste disposal options at https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/waste-services/garbage-recycling-compost/solid-waste-planning-monitoring/comprehensive-solid-waste-management-plan/open-house?fbclid=IwY2xjawU2MI9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMWpHWE9UcDhRbjBnbnZQWjhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeKnkru9zKxDGEu1cUP7xkk8bymxMu-ybF5fEPPEiVvpEw404Tt-tZdx6rw8A_aem_kV6peM01XJBpMLu3n0UtiA

The three options are:

1) Waste Export by Rail - municipal solid waste would be exported by train to an exiting regional landfill in eastern Washington or Oregon.

2) Waste-to-Energy Facility with Mass Burn Technology (WTE-MB) & Ash Export – Municipal solid waste would be taken to a WTE-MB facility for incineration. Energy produced from the facility could be repurposed. Some metal would be recovered for recycling while the ash would be railed to the same landfills as option1.

3) Hybrid – Combines waste export by rail with a smaller WTE-MB facility. About half of the municipal solid waste would be processed at the facility, while the remaining waste would be transported by rail to the same landfills from option 1.

Because our county’s only disposal site, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, is expected to reach capacity within 10–20 years...
10/16/2026

Because our county’s only disposal site, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, is expected to reach capacity within 10–20 years, we are looking at alternative waste disposal options for our region now.

Members of the public are invited to review and comment on the draft supplement Environmental Impact Statement. King County will be hosting in-person and virtual meetings for you to provide comments on the following dates:

📍Thursday, Oct. 22, 6-7 pm
Kent Commons Community Center (Olympic Room)
📍Tuesday, October 27, 6-7 pm
White Center Library
📍Thursday, Oct. 29, 12-1 pm
Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82109140166
📍Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6-7 pm
Third Place Commons
📍Tuesday, November 10, 6-7 pm
Highland Middle School

The three options are:
1) Waste Export by Rail - municipal solid waste would be exported by train to an exiting regional landfill in eastern Washington or Oregon.

2) Waste-to-Energy Facility with Mass Burn Technology (WTE-MB) & Ash Export – Municipal solid waste would be taken to a WTE-MB facility for incineration. Energy produced from the facility could be repurposed. Some metal would be recovered for recycling while the ash would be railed to the same landfills as option1.

3) Hybrid – Combines waste export by rail with a smaller WTE-MB facility. About half of the municipal solid waste would be processed at the facility, while the remaining waste would be transported by rail to the same landfills from option 1.

Whether you are replacing an appliance, remodeling your existing home, or building a new home, the King County Green Bui...
10/15/2026

Whether you are replacing an appliance, remodeling your existing home, or building a new home, the King County Green Building Handbook can help you make more sustainable, healthier, and potentially cost-saving decisions in your project.

The Green Building Handbook is made up of multiple green building strategies that will benefit you and your family as well as the planet. From insulation to water heaters, each section explains the benefits of choosing green options, costs, and provides guidance and resources to help you implement it. For each type of project, there is also helpful information about potential rebates and incentives available.

10/14/2026

Save yourself from having to buy new by having expert volunteers fix it for free!

You can save money and help the environment by giving your belongings a second life at Seattle Reconomy’s Fix It Nights at Reuse Commons Lake City or Shoreline Tool Library.

Volunteers will help you fix and learn to fix your broken tools, lamps, toys, furniture, appliances, and any other broken items that you can carry in on your own.

Mending services on apparel and accessories are also offered.

Find more of their events at seattlereconomy.org/events

Behind the matching Halloween costumes, delicious Thanksgiving food, cozy baking, and pumpkin carving lies extra food wa...
10/08/2026

Behind the matching Halloween costumes, delicious Thanksgiving food, cozy baking, and pumpkin carving lies extra food waste, costumes sent to the landfill after one wear, extra methane from food thrown away, and more packaging for holiday shopping (and those Halloween costumes you’re returning).

So here are some ways to make fall more 🍁🧣🎃 and less 🗑️🫣

1) 🚚 Opt for getting your items delivered in their original packaging.

2)📦 Flatten and recycle the boxes you do get.

3)👻 Attend a Halloween costume swap instead of buying a new one.

4)🎃 Compost those pumpkins in your yard, or in the compost cart if they are starting to get moldy.

5)🦃 Store your Thanksgiving leftovers in individual portions in the freezer to make them easier to eat and last longer.

6)🥧 Compost any slightly burnt or failed batches of baked goods in your compost cart for commercial composting.

7)🛒 Buy only the amount of ingredients you need by buying from bulk food bins.

10/02/2026

In King County, more than 70,000 tons of edible food are discarded every year, making up most of the organic material going into landfills. Reduce your food waste and extra trips to the grocery store by writing your grocery list!

10/01/2026

Ever go to the grocery store and think, “Oh, I need some milk.” So, you buy some milk, open the fridge, and BAM. You already had milk.

So, you spend the next week having milk for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and alas, now you’ve run out, so you go to the store and buy more milk, you get home, and… wait a minute… WHERE DID THAT CARTON OF MILK COME FROM?

You realize you only finished the first carton. Maybe you’ve had that experience, maybe you’ve experienced something similar. That’s why one of the easiest and most effective ways to cut down on food waste (and avoid endless milk) is to make a grocery list before you shop. It’s a classic tip for a reason.

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