Recycling and sustainability are two important parts of keeping Kansas City a clean + safe place to live, work, and play (or party) — but it takes all of us to do our part. Today, we're getting our hands dirty by getting into the details about how, where, and what to recycle — plus, various sustainability efforts in our area.

Recycling at home

KCMO:

This spring + summer, each residential home will receive a new, free recycling cart delivered to their home.
See recycling FAQs.
Find weekly pickup information.
Get information on free bulky item pick-up.

KCK:

All KCK residents from single-family homes up to four-plex units qualify for curbside recycling.
Keep your eye out for future Dumpster Days to safely recycle bulky items + electronics.
Type in your address here to find your weekly pickup day.
Find information on setting up your trash + recycling services.

Local sustainability efforts

KCMO:

Green infrastructure helps the community manage storm water by capturing + utilizing rainwater where it falls.
Get involved with the KC Parks Ambassador Program.
See a full list of green initiatives.

KCK:

Adopt-A-Spot to help keep the community litter-free.
The Unified Government SOAR Program, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office and 13 other departments, is working to put a LID (get it?) on Litter & Illegal Dumping.
Join the Environmental Sustainability & Green Energy Task Force and help assess environmental justice across the county.section and tags and photo