Household
Drag trash into the right bin
Congratulations! You sort all the waste correctly. Check on bins to learn more about sorting.
What can be put in recycle bin:
- All plastic containers (Caps and lids included; no motor oil or chemical containers)
- Empty pizza boxess
- Glass bottles and jars (lids and labels are OK)
- Juice and soy milk boxes
To get more information about “Recycle”, visit City of Boston
What can be put in compost bin
- Dried leaves
- Food scraps (but not meat, dairy, fats, and oils)
- Fresh grass clippings
- Shredded paper
To get more information about “Compost”, visit City of Boston
What can be put in landfill bin:
- Light bulbs
- Plastic bags
- Styrofoam
- Window glass and mirrors
To get more information about “Landfill”, visit City of Boston