Environmental Programs
The City of Richmond offers a number of comprehensive services designed to ensure a clean, livable and sustainable community for current and future generations. The Environment Programs Department is responsible for coordinating these services on behalf of residents. Services include Garbage and Recycling Collection, Litter Collection, and Environmental Protection Services.
Garbage and Recycling Collection
City garbage collection services are provided under contract to single-family dwellings and some townhouse dwellings.
Richmond residents can recycle a variety of materials through our blue box and blue cart recycling programs. Our programs also provide for the collection of yard and garden trimmings, both through curb side collection and drop-off locations. Other recycling services include our full-service Recycling Depot and Backyard Compost Bin Distribution Program. Waste reduction incentives, such as our 2-can limit for weekly garbage collection service, help to encourage recycling and reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills.
Litter CollectionCity crews collect litter and abandoned waste from parks, bus stops, dykes and open spaces at various frequencies to meet peak seasonal demands. The City's 'Partners for Beautification' program encourages the community to become involved in litter pickup and other clean-up initiatives by 'adopting' various areas throughout the City. This program goes a long way towards enhancing Richmond's overall appearance.
Environmental Protection Services
To help ensure a liveable and sustainable environment, the City undertakes a number of environmentally-based initiatives throughout various departments. The Environmental Protection component addresses reports of pollution and undertakes pollution prevention measures, conducts reviews and assessments of new development initiatives to mitigate environmental impacts, and works to enhance sound environmental management practices.
One of the City's latest initiatives demonstrates leadership for the environment through our environmental purchasing policy and "Environmental Purchasing Guide." This document outlines methods to help City staff ensure that a product's environmental characteristics are considered in purchasing decisions. The goal is to help create markets for environmentally-friendly products.
Contact Us: Environmental Programs
Related Topics:
- Recycling & Garbage
- Purchase Garbage Tags
- Partners for Beautification
- Environmental Sustainability
- City Bylaws
