Event Resources

1. Zero Waste Event Checklist Learn how to host a successful zero waste event
2. Recology Signage – Download and print color-coded signs to place above or on containers
3. DIY Sign Maker – Customize your signage based on frequently used items, such as cups, utensils, and disposable containers
4. Hire event Greeners – Hire recycling helpers and sorters to help out on the day of your event
5. Zero Waste Event Training – Take a training with SF Environment and become zero waste-event certified
6. Event vendors – Hydration stations, compostable service ware, leftover food donations, volunteer recruitment

City Recycling Ordinances

• Plastic water bottle ban
• Styrofoam ban
• Mandatory recycling and composting ordinance

Sorting 101 for Special Events

• Black bags for trash, clear/no bags for recycling, compostable bags for compost
• Zero waste stations must be in a group of 3, 1 container for each commodity and they must be clearly labeled
• Special event boxes are for storage during the event only; must get emptied into carts/bins/debris boxes for service
• There are lockable containers to avoid contamination/illegal dumping
• Diversion program: City implemented a diversion discount to be in effect for events ordering service thru Recology; subject to clean loads coming back
• Plastic cups/utensils/containers should be free from caked on food/liquid before ending up in recycling
• Compostable items need to be clearly labeled as compost; biodegradable, eco-friendly, bioplastic, etc. not acceptable in compost program; should be BPI-certified compostable