The City of Houston (COH) resumed curbside yard waste collections in early January. This is the yard waste, such as leaves and grass trimmings, that is to be bagged in biodegradable bags and set out at the curb... (Read more)

The City of Houston (COH) has approved a new 20 year contract for its curbside recycling program with FCC Environmental Services, which is the U.S. subsidiary of FCC (Fomento de Construcciones & Contratas), a global environmental services and...

Tiny bits of plastic make their way into our food chain. These bits of plastic can adhere to persistent organic pollutants like DDT and PCB’s--both suspected cancer causing agents in humans. Ideally, plastic is stored indefinitely... (Read more)

It is easier now to recycle plastic bags. Curbside recycling collection does not accept plastic bags or plastic film, but fortunately more retailers are offering recycling drop offs for both of these plastic categories. To find the retailers or...

Curbside Recycling to Resume in Houston! The City of Houston has announced the resumption of curbside recycling collection starting Monday, November 13, 2017. The resumption of service is... (Read more)