Pilot shows potential solutions for recycling plastic wraps and bags
The results of the pilot project show the potential to reduce the number of plastic wraps and bags that are buried in landfills.

King County seeks public comment on a proposed recycling and transfer station project planned for Kirkland or Woodinville
King County's Solid Waste Division is seeking public comment on the scope of an environmental impact statement the agency is preparing for its new Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station Project.

Personal checks no longer accepted at King County solid waste transfer facilities starting Dec. 5
Customers can continue to use cash, debit card, or credit card, and are encouraged to reduce costs by using facilities with recycling and yard waste disposal services.

King County, State of WA support environmental innovation and waste prevention through NextCycle Program
The King County Solid Waste Division and the Washington State departments of Ecology and Commerce announce 16 projects for the inaugural NextCycle Washington program - providing business support to innovators in waste prevention and recycling.

'Worders Ahead' on Cedar Grove Road Southeast as wastewater line improvement project begins Tuesday
King County's Solid Waste Division will begin utility work on Cedar Grove Road Southeast starting Tuesday. The work will impact weekday traffic for about two weeks.

King County is removing nearly 2,000 toxic-coated pilings from the Harbor Island shoreline, improving habitat for marine life in the Duwamish River
The King County Solid Waste Division is removing a derelict timber dock from the mouth of the Duwamish River, supporting a regional effort to clean up historic pollution and restore shoreline and aquatic habitat.

King County to study three sites for its Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station Project
King County’s Solid Waste Division has identified two sites in Kirkland and one in Woodinville as potential locations for its Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station Project. The three sites will be studied in an environmental review process this fall that includes public comment opportunities.

King County rolls out the state's first battery-electric heavy-duty truck built in Renton
King County – already a leader in the transition to bus fleets powered by clean energy – is now the first organization in the state to operate a battery-powered heavy-duty truck manufactured at Kenworth's plant in Renton.

King County’s Vashon Recycling and Transfer Station goes energy neutral with new solar array
At the Vashon Recycling and Transfer Station, a recently completed solar project will help the Solid Waste Division reach its climate goals, providing energy-neutral recycling and garbage service to Vashon Island residents for years to come. From the "Keeping King County Green" blog.

Public invited to open house for King County’s new Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station
King County’s Solid Waste Division will host a virtual open house and information session for the new Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station via Zoom on May 12, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Project staff will give updates on potential recycling and transfer station sites and host a question-and-answer session.

Safety improvements at King County’s Algona, Houghton, and Renton transfer stations will divert longer vehicles to other stations starting May 2
Effective May 2, customer vehicles that are 25 feet or longer will be prohibited at King County’s Algona, Houghton, and Renton solid waste transfer stations. The restrictions are the result of new safety measures to keep customers outside a fall hazard zone and to reduce traffic congestion. Customers with long vehicles can instead use the Bow Lake, Factoria, Enumclaw and Shoreline transfer stations.

King County to support more ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste through $1.8 million in innovation grants
Applicants are eligible for $20,000 to $300,000 per project. A virtual information session is set for April 6, and the application deadline is May 6.

Mattress recycling at Vashon Transfer Station helps reclaim valuable resources, save room in King County landfill
Vashon-Maury Island residents have an easy and convenient way to recycle their old mattresses, box springs, and futons through a new service available at King County’s Vashon Recycling and Transfer Station.

Want to recycle plastic wraps and bags that are not accepted in blue bins?
A Seattle-King County pilot project will increase the recycling of plastic wraps and bags and convert it into new plastic packaging and products, creating a true closed loop system.