trash

Here’s a map for where to take your trash during the DC 33 Strike in Philly

Glitter built an interactive map for this challenging time. Plus: why some residents are refusing to use the drop-off sites.…

1 week ago

“Short-sighted and non-targeted:” Local sustainability experts weigh in on twice weekly trash collection

Green Philly checks in with neighborhoods and trash experts during the early days of Clean and Green’s new twice-a-week trash…

7 months ago

Ya Fav Trashman hosted a MLK cleanup. 2 days later, there was trash again.

Terrill Haigler gathered 100 people for a cleanup. Now, he's asking city officials to do their part. Terrill Haigler (aka…

3 years ago

Your trash & recycling may be delayed – or not, according to the Streets Department.

It also may be combined, according to residents. The Philadelphia Streets Department Commissioner Carlton Williams announced that they are experiencing…

4 years ago

Where The Hell Are All The Damn Trash Cans?

Philadelphia has a litter problem. So why aren't there more trashcans in neighborhoods? As you walk through Philadelphia you’ll begin…

4 years ago

Some Trash & Recycling is being combined in one collection. City has mixed messaging on why.

Philadelphia blames recent wet weather on combining our recycling into trash. But does the reasoning check out? As readers have…

5 years ago

More COVID Changes: Set Out Your Recycling Every Other Week

The Philadelphia Streets Department announces new schedule for recycling pick-up amidst COVID-19 outbreak.

5 years ago

When Is Trash Day?

The city of Philadelphia has weekly curbside trash and recycling collection and serves about 530,000 residential units. Yet, new residents…

8 years ago

Zero Waste Home: The Johnson’s

One thing I enjoy about being a green activist and blogger is my belief in the value of a sustainable…

13 years ago