Learn about the free services Public Works provides, find your weekly collection schedule, check out our zero waste programs, and more!

Trash and Recycling
Services
Collection Schedule and Recycling Tool
Download the Trash Day App
Never miss yard waste collection again.
With our free Trash Day app you can view a calendar for your home's collection dates, set reminders, and get notifications of schedule changes. You can also search a directory of hundreds of household items to find out the right way to dispose of them.
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Trash Day App Recycling Sorting Tool
Questions about what you can, and can’t recycle in Boston? Click here to find out.
Zero Waste Boston Plan
The City of Boston is dedicated to becoming a zero waste city. Click here to read the Zero Waste Plan, learn about the City’s plastic bag ban, and how you can help Boston reach its zero waste goals.
Zero Waste Educational Materials
Find and print educational materials and translated documents.
Boston Reuse and Donation Directory
Find where to donate, resell, buy responsibly, rent, and repair items, all while supporting Boston’s local reuse economy.
Food Waste Information
Food waste is collected and turned into compost and clean energy. Learn more about how you can compost your food waste!