Sustainability News

News and announcements pertaining to sustainability in the City of St. Louis.

Apply to Join the Recycling Task Force
09/26/2025 - How to apply to join the City's Recycling Task Force
2023 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
09/25/2025 - The 2023 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report and Fact Sheet are now available.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day 2025
08/20/2025 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 1, 2025
City of St. Louis Ends Alley Recycling, Grows Trash Collection Efforts
08/15/2025 - The City will grow its number of recycling drop-off locations by 50% and commit additional staff to the collection of trash.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day 2025
06/23/2025 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Friday, July 4, 2025
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Juneteenth 2025
06/06/2025 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Juneteenth observance on Thursday, June 19, 2025
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2025
05/14/2025 - The trash/recycling collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 26, 2025
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate President's Day 2025
02/05/2025 - The trash/recycling collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President’s Day observance on Monday, February 17, 2025
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025
01/08/2025 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024
Recycle Your Holiday Lights
12/24/2024 - Don't put holiday string lights in your recycling bin! Find out how you can recycle your lights, Christmas tree and some types of gift wrapping.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving 2024
11/19/2024 - The roll cart trash collection schedule adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day observance on Thursday, 28th, 2024.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Veterans Day 2024
10/28/2024 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Monday, November 11, 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day 2024
08/29/2024 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 2, 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day 2024
06/24/2024 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Thursday, July 4, 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Juneteenth 2024
06/05/2024 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Juneteenth observance on Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2024
05/14/2024 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 27, 2024.
CDA Awarded $25.8 Million for Flood Recovery
02/08/2024 - Survey results will help draft CDA’s Unmet Needs Assessment and Action Plan.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate President's Day 2024
02/06/2024 - The trash/recycling collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President’s Day observance on Monday, February 19, 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024
01/03/2024 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas and New Year's Day Observances 2023
12/14/2023 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas and New Year's Day Observances 2023
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving 2023
11/13/2023 - The roll cart trash collection schedule adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day observance on Thursday, 23rd, 2023.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Veterans Day 2023
10/25/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Friday, November 10, 2023
CDA Accepts Brownfields Grant from EPA Region 7
08/24/2023 - EPA Region 7 Presents $500K Check to City of St. Louis, Missouri, After Selection for Brownfields Grant
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day 2023
08/24/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 4, 2023
Sustainability Proponent Elysia Russell Selected as City of St. Louis Sustainability Director
08/14/2023 - The Sustainability Director will oversee management and execution of sustainability policy and implement programs.
Refuse Drop-off Hours at Transfer Stations Have Changed
06/30/2023 - Service hours are now Monday-Friday 8 AM to 4 PM and North Transfer Station is now located at 4124 N 1st Street
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day 2023
06/21/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Juneteenth 2023
06/08/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Juneteenth observance on Monday, June 19, 2023
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2023
05/17/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 29, 2023
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate President's Day 2023
02/13/2023 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President’s Day observance on Monday, February 20, 2023.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2023
01/09/2023 - Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance on Monday, January 16, 2023.
City Reminds Residents of Christmas Tree Recycling Locations
12/27/2022 - City residents can take their bare tree to one of three City Park sites to be recycled
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas and New Year's Day Observances 2022
12/20/2022 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas and New Year's Day Observances 2022
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving Day 2022
11/14/2022 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day observance on Thursday, November 24th, 2022.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Veterans Day 2022
11/03/2022 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Friday, November 11th, 2022.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day, 2022
08/29/2022 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 5, 2022
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day, 2022
06/27/2022 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Monday, July 4, 2022
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Juneteenth Observance 2022
06/15/2022 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Juneteenth observance on Monday, June 20, 2022
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2022
05/26/2022 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President’s Day observance on Monday, February 21, 2022
City of St. Louis Set to Resume Alleyway Recycling Collection Starting May 31, 2022
05/25/2022 - The City is urging residents to prepare for a resumption of alleyway recycling collection by getting up to date on best recycling practices.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate President's Day 2022
02/15/2022 - Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President’s Day observance on Monday, February 21, 2022.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022
01/14/2022 - Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance on Monday, January 17, 2022.
Yard Waste Collection Discontinued During 2020 Winter Months
01/03/2022 - Roll-cart yard waste collection resumes on the week of March 2nd, 2022
City of St. Louis Reminds Residents of Christmas Tree Recycling Locations
12/28/2021 - The Parks Department has chosen locations in the north, south and central areas to ensure that our recycling sites are as convenient as possible.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate 2021 Christmas Day and New Year's Day Observances
12/22/2021 - Schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas Day observance on Friday, Dec 24, 2021 and New Year’s Day observance on Friday, Dec 31, 2021.
City of St. Louis Offering Free Firewood for City Residents 2021
12/08/2021 - Pickup available at three locations
City of St. Louis Launches SiLVERS Sustainable Electric Vehicle Shuttle Program for Seniors
09/30/2021 - St. Louis Vehicle Electrification Rides for Seniors (SiLVERS) program is an electric vehicle (EV) shuttle service that will begin this week.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day September 6 2021
08/31/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 6, 2021.
On the Banks of the Mississippi, Clean Energy Rises in the Heartland
08/03/2021 - A recent push by city leaders, religious communities, and clean energy advocates is putting sustainability programs in place.
City Refuse Division Directs Residents to Nearly 30 Recycling Bins as Hiring Efforts Continue
07/16/2021 - Longstanding labor shortage in the department impacts collection of recyclables.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day Observance 2021
07/02/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Monday, July 5, 2021.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Juneteenth Observance 2021
06/15/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Juneteenth Day observance on Friday, June 18, 2021.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day Observance 2021
05/19/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2021
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Presidents' Day Observance 2021
02/09/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Presidents' Day on Monday, February 15, 2021
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate MLK Day January 18 2021
01/14/2021 - Roll cart trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance on Monday, January 18, 2021.
City of St. Louis to Offer Free Christmas Tree Recycling at Three Drop-Off Locations
12/22/2020 - Beginning Saturday, December 26, bare Christmas trees can be dropped off at three City parks
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas Day Observance 2020
12/16/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas Day on December 25, 2020 and New Year's Day on January 1, 2021.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving Day Observance
11/17/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day Observance on Thursday, November 26, 2020
Free Firewood for City Residents Starting Monday, November 9, 2020
10/23/2020 - Pickup available at three locations starting Monday, November 9, 2020, after 3:00 PM
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day Observance on Monday, September 7, 2020
08/24/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts is adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 7, 2020
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day Observance
06/26/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Friday, July 3, 2020
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day Observance
05/14/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 25, 2020.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate President's Day
02/12/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate President's Day observance on Monday, February 17, 2020.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
01/09/2020 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance on Monday, January 20, 2020.
City of St. Louis to Offer Free Recycling for Christmas Trees
12/26/2019 - Beginning Thursday, December 26, residents can drop off bare trees at three City parks
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas Day and New Year's Day
12/10/2019 - The yard waste collection regularly scheduled for roll carts on Wednesday, December 25th and January 1st is canceled due to the holidays.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving
11/18/2019 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Thursday, November 28th, 2019.
Free Firewood for City Residents Starting Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
11/08/2019 - Pickup available at three locations starting Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Mayor Lyda Krewson Is Leading the Fight on Climate Change
11/08/2019 - The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) officially recognizes Mayor Krewson for “leading the fight on climate change.”
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Veterans Day
10/28/2019 - The Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Monday, November 11th, 2019.
City of St. Louis Releases First Annual Building Energy Benchmarking Report and Checklist to Explore Energy Savings Opportunities
10/21/2019 - New report helps establish baselines on performance, while checklist provides recommended next steps.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day Observance
08/19/2019 - The trash collection schedule for will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 2nd, 2019.
St. Louis Sustainability News - August 2019
08/02/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
St. Louis Sustainability News - June 2019
06/25/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Independence Day Observance
06/17/2019 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance on Thursday, July 4th, 2019.
Green City Coalition Park Updates
06/07/2019 - Green City Coalition focuses on neighborhoods where there are high concentrations of vacant properties
St. Louis Sustainability News - May 2019
05/24/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day Observance
05/24/2019 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 27th, 2019.
St. Louis Sustainability News - April 2019
04/15/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
St. Louis Sustainability News - March. 2019
03/20/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
St. Louis Sustainability News - Feb. 2019
02/11/2019 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Presidents' Day Observance
02/11/2019 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Presidents' Day Observance on Monday, February 18, 2019.
Yard Waste Collection Discontinued During 2019 Winter Months
02/08/2019 - Roll-cart yard waste collection resumes on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, and weekly alley yard waste collection will resume the week of March 4, 2019.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance
01/08/2019 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance on Monday, January 21, 2019.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate New Years Day Observance
12/27/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate New Year's Day observance on Tuesday, January 1, 2019.
St. Louis Sustainability News - Dec. 2018
12/17/2018 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas Day Observance
12/13/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas Day observance on Tuesday, December 25, 2018.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving Day Observance
11/13/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day Observance on Thursday, November 22, 2018.
St. Louis Sustainability News - Nov. 2018
11/02/2018 - November 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
St. Louis Makes it Easier to Drop Off Unwanted Items at City Dump Sites
11/01/2018 - St. Louis dumping sites now open seven days a week, residents can now drop off unwanted items 12 times per year, without monthly restrictions
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Veterans Day Observance November 12, 2018
10/31/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Veterans Day observance on Monday, November 12, 2018.
Free Firewood for City Residents
10/31/2018 - Pickup available at three locations starting Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
St. Louis Sustainability News - Oct. 2018
10/10/2018 - October 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
St. Louis Fire and Police Departments Join Partner Agencies to Plant Trees with Residents
10/05/2018 - Effort to Beautify Neighborhoods and Build Relationships with First Responders
St. Louis Sustainability News - Sept. 2018
09/07/2018 - September 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Cross-Country Electric Vehicle Road Trip Set to Arrive in St Louis
09/06/2018 - Tour to Award $10,000 to Local Climate Innovators in St. Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day
08/31/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 3rd, 2018.
St. Louis Sustainability News - August 2018
08/10/2018 - It’s been a busy summer, and there is a lot to share and announce in this special summer edition of the City’s Sustainability eNews.
Board of Aldermen is Ready for 100
07/27/2018 - Board of Aldermen President Lewis Reed established the 100% Clean Energy Advisory Board to move forward with 100% clean energy efforts in the City.
Board of Aldermen adopts building codes to boost energy efficiency and savings for residents in new homes
07/12/2018 - Building codes receive first update since 2011
St. Louis Sustainability News - May 2018
05/25/2018 - With the help of STL Audubon, I spotted this Summer Tanager at Tower Grove Park during the STL City Nature Challenge.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day
05/15/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 28th, 2018
St. Louis Sustainability News - Apr 2018
04/19/2018 - Happy Earth Month 2018! April is also going to be quite special. Save the date for April special events listed below.
St. Louis Sustainability News - Mar 2018
03/13/2018 - March is abloom with spring updates and opportunities. April is also going to be quite special. Save the date for April special events listed below.
Mayor Krewson Joins Mayors From Across the Country Opposing the Clean Power Plan Repeal
02/20/2018 - Mayor Joins Hundreds of Mayors Urging Trump Administration to Act on Climate
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Presidents Day
02/08/2018 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Presidents Day observance on Monday, February 19, 2018
St. Louis Sustainability News - Feb 2018
02/06/2018 - February 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Carts Will Be Adjusted for New Years Day Observance January 1 2018
12/26/2017 - The City of St. Louis trash/recycling collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate New Year's Day observance on January 1, 2018.
Recycle Christmas Trees at Three City Parks
12/26/2017 - Forest Park, O'Fallon Park, Carondelet Park Accepting Bare Christmas Trees
St. Louis Sustainability News - Dec 2017 - Jan 2018
12/21/2017 - December 2017 / January 2018 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Christmas Holiday
12/15/2017 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Christmas Day observance on Thursday, December 25, 2017
UPDATED: Public Health Information - Park Ave. Warehouse Fire
11/17/2017 - Asbestos demolition notification issued.
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Thanksgiving Holiday
11/14/2017 - The trash collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Thanksgiving Day observance on Thursday, November 23, 2017
St. Louis Receives Sustainability Award from Partners for Places
11/06/2017 - Nearly one million dollars will fund environmental efforts across the U.S.
Board of Aldermen Passes Resolution for Clean Energy in St. Louis
10/27/2017 - Resolution 124 calls for the City to pursue a transition to 100% clean energy by 2050.
Chicago Mayor Emanuel Announces 17 Cities Now Host EPA Climate Change Information
10/22/2017 - City of St. Louis hosts the EPA Climate Change Information at https://climatechange.stlouis-mo.gov/
St. Louis Sustainability News - October 2017
10/18/2017 - October 2017 - News and Updates on Sustainability events around Saint Louis
Set the PACE St. Louis Closes $10mm PACE Clean-energy Project in Grand Center Arts District
09/22/2017 - Started in the summer of 2013, Set the PACE St. Louis is a part of the City's award-winning sustainability plan.
EPA Air Monitors Detect No Airborne Asbestos Around Clemens House Fire Site
07/20/2017 - Additional air monitoring stations will continue testing throughout the week.
Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted To Accommodate Independence Day
06/27/2017 - Trash collection schedule for residents with roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Independence Day observance.
Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted To Accommodate Memorial Day
05/23/2017 - Roll cart and yard waste collection schedules will be changed.
Trash Pick-up Schedule Change for the Memorial Day Holiday
05/18/2017 - Trash collection schedule for residents with roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance.
St. Louis City Named a Silver Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
05/12/2017 - The designation is an upgrade from the City's previous Bronze Level designation.
STL Expands Its Region-Leading Alternative Fuel Fleet Ahead of Earth Day
04/19/2017 - Airport Buys Seven New Zero-Emissions Nissan Leaf Sedans to Replace Aging Gas Vehicles
Mayor Slay's Sustainability Action Agenda: Progress Report
03/13/2017 - Mayor to Provide Update and Announce New Sustainability Programs
Mayor Slay Signs Ordinance to Help Large Building Owners Reduce Energy Bills, Produce Cleaner Air, and Generate Jobs
02/16/2017 - St. Louis Joins National City Energy Project
Trash Pick-up Schedule Change for the President's Day Holiday
02/09/2017 - The City of St. Louis Refuse Division would like to remind residents that the trash/recycling collection schedule for roll carts will be adjusted.
America Recycles Day—November 15th!
11/14/2016 - Take the Recycling Pledge and Receive In-home Recycling Bin for $1 Donation
Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accomodate Veteran's Day
10/25/2016 - Roll Cart and dumpster collection schedules will be changed for the holiday.
City Begins Removal of Trees Infected or Threatened by Emerald Ash Borer
09/06/2016 - Treatments on More Than 1,000 Large, Healthy Ash Trees Continue.
City of St. Louis and Residents Continue to Respond to Storm Damage
07/15/2016 - Tree Debris Disposal Information for City Residents
City of St. Louis Welcomes Urban Tree Farmers to Vacant Land
07/12/2016 - Fresh Coast Capital Begins Planting
City Begins Treatment and Removal of Thousands of Trees Infected or Threatened by Emerald Ash Borer
06/23/2016 - The shiny green Emerald Ash Borer is responsible for destroying hundreds of thousands of Ash trees.
Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted To Accommodate Independence Day July 4, 2016
06/20/2016 - Yard waste and roll cart collection schedules will be changed
Mayor Slay Launches St. Louis Riverfront Butterfly Byway with Support from GRO1000 Garden and Greenspace Program
05/04/2016 - New monarch garden will increase habitat for monarch butterflies and other pollinators
42 Parcels of Vacant Land to Become Urban Tree Farms
03/23/2016 - Fresh Coast Capital to announce investment toward the revitalization of urban land into productive green space.
Set the PACE St. Louis Helps Breathe New Life into Abandoned Buildings
02/09/2016 - Closes Financing for Two Redevelopment Conversions.
Safe Water
01/26/2016 - The City's drinking water is safe. In fact, it far exceeds state and federal regulations.
Mayor Slay Signs New Executive Order on Earth Day to Increase Sustainability Measures
04/22/2015 - Mayor Francis Slay has signed Executive Order No. 52, which increases sustainability measures.
2015 E-waste / Shredmania Collection Drive
03/11/2015 - Get a jump start on your spring cleaning and drop off your recyclables on Thursday, March 26, 2015
MDNR to Clean Up Gas Station for New Charter School
02/17/2015 - MDNR to contract for removal of underground storage tanks
Lambert’s Terminal Recycling Program Doubles Output in 2013
10/23/2013 - New Indoor Containers Roll out This Week to Divert More Waste from Landfill
Sustainable Neighborhood Small Grant Competition Winners Announced
07/02/2013 - Proposed Winning Projects
Veolia Water Contract Is Put On Hold
03/04/2013 - Formal Action on Water Contract Put On Hold While Key Constituencies Are Heard
Volunteers Needed for Confluence Trash Bash
03/01/2013 - Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 23, 2013.
Sustainability Newsletter October 2012
11/06/2012 -
Project Compost Launches in Downtown St. Louis
10/18/2012 - Next time you're at an eatery Downtown look for the 'We are a green restaurant sign.'
4th of July Trash Collection Schedule
07/01/2012 - Only the yard waste collection regularly scheduled for roll carts on July 4th is canceled.
Water is Vital
05/01/2012 - National Water Week will be observed the first week of May.
Mayor's Sustainability Summit II Community Workshops
05/01/2012 - Plan to attend one of the upcoming workshops in May
Safe Alternative Cleaning Products
04/01/2012 - Switch harsh cleaning products with all natural/safe ones.
City Hall Recycling Changes
04/01/2012 - Single stream recycling is now available.
Recycle Your Bare Christmas Tree
01/01/2012 - Drop off your tree at one of three City park sites through Friday, Jan. 13. Trees will be recycled into mulch.
Old North Wins EPA Top Award
12/13/2011 - Top award focuses on creating sustainable communities
America Recycles Day 2011
12/01/2011 - Refuse Division exhibition in City Hall Rotunda.
City Residents Offered Free Firewood
11/07/2011 - Firewood available after 3 p.m. most weekdays on the Lower Muny Opera lot
Back to School Electronics
08/01/2011 - Remember what you can do to reduce, reuse, and recycle during this back to school season.
Back to School "Green" Reading List
08/01/2011 - Reading is fundamental; encourage your children to read more.
City Offices Closed Monday, Feb 21
02/14/2011 - Please see article for changes to the trash/recycling collection schedule.
Worms As Co-Workers
12/01/2010 - Worm Composting is a Way to Manage Food Waste
Gifts Without Waste
12/01/2010 - Helpful Ideas to Create Less Waste During the Holidays
City Officials Gather to Celebrate City's Expanded Recycling Service
12/01/2010 - Neighborhoods and Wards Getting Ready for Recycling
Card Boxes
12/01/2010 - Recycle Old Holiday Cards Into Gift Boxes

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