County of San Mateo RecycleWorks Facilities

San Mateo County Facilities
The recycling program for county employees

Bottles & Cans

Many different types of beverage (and some food) containers can be recycled all together in one category. Containers are collected in a variety of bins, including 'toters' like those used for mixed paper, or smaller bins, depending on the space available. They are typically set up in break rooms, cafeterias, and near vending machines. Custodial crews will keep an eye on the bins, and take them out when full, similar to the way we currently recycle mixed paper. If you don't have a bin in your office yet, contact RecycleWorks and we will make sure you get one. recycle icon

 SMCO Recycling Can

Just one of the many stylish bottle & can bins available.

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  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Aluminum, tin and steel cans
  • Plastic bottles coded # 1-7
  • Plastic tubs coded # 1-7, rinsed clean (e.g. yogurt, cottage cheese)
  • Empty all liquids and remove cap. Labels are okay.

  • Paper cups
  • Plastic films (grocery bags, shrink wrap)
  • Plastic food trays, take out containers
  • Plate glass, window, or mirror glass
  • Black plastic of any kind
  • "Styrofoam" cups and plates
  • Pyrex or ceramics
  • Liquids