Hello and welcome to Central Oregon! We’re glad you’re here. We love where we live and we hope you do to, so we want to share with you the top ways you can help us keep this place so wonderful. Below we highlight tips for wasting less while you’re on vacation.
Read below for ways you can reduce your waste in Deschutes County!
Paper cups and other single-use disposables aren’t recyclable here or in many other communities. BYO to-go kit! Take inspiration from these kiddos at their summer camp with reusable water bottles.
Say no thanks to unneeded single-use extras like condiments, bags, drink lids, napkins, and silverware.
Recycling might be different here than where you’re from. Did you know the chasing arrow symbol doesn’t mean recyclable? Find out how we do it: Recycle like a local.
Recycling! It’s done differently everywhere. Click below on the material type to learn about what is accepted here in Deschutes County.
Q: Can I recycle metal lids in my curbside cart?
A: Yes! But they need to be put securely inside another can. Tip– use pliers to bend the can closed so when you turn it upside down, the lids don’t fall out. For cans, you can also keep the lid attached by not going all the way around with the can opener.
Many materials are accepted in various locations across Central Oregon that are not accepted in the curbside carts. Check out our “Find a Recycler or Reuser” tool for materials you have an excess of in your garage such as plastic bags and plastic film, paktek beverage holders, or corks, for example.
Speak up at your accommodations if you see how it could be done better!
Reducing waste is a social, environmental, and financial issue: