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The San Francisco Environment Department (SF Environment) drives climate action and enhances the quality of life for all San Franciscans. As a department within the City and County of San Francisco, it leads with innovation, collaboration, and bold environmental policies.
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San Francisco becomes first in the nation to offer public drop-off bins for battery-embedded product recycling
Public comment open: Food Recovery Ordinance
How to recycle your Christmas tree
Public comment open: Safe Drug Disposal Stewardship Ordinance
SFE invites youth to learn about environmental careers
The SF Market Celebrates 10 million Pounds of Food Recovery
San Francisco Earns Global “A-List” Status as a Climate Action Leader
How to recycle and compost in San Francisco.
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Waste reduction and disposal
Public comment open: Food Recovery Ordinance
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Household battery recycling in San Francisco
Your guide for reuse and recycling
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Bay Area seasonal fruit and vegetable guide
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There are three options for getting rid of unwanted medicine
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