Commercial Compost Collection

Food Waste Requirements

A regional food waste requirement begins March 2022 and many businesses within the region will need to comply by 2023. All businesses generating more than one 60-gallon roll cart of food scraps per week will be required to separate their food scraps for compost. What's Required?

• Start and maintain food scraps service
• Set up internal bins with county-approved posters and labels
• Separate food scraps for compost

Free Start-Up Kit for Compost Customers

All Covered Businesses are eligible for free starter kits that include everything your business needs to be in compliance with this new requirement, including:

• Free indoor collection containers
• Educational posters and stickers
• Staff training (in English and Spanish) and assistance

Connect with a Clackamas County advisor to find out how to get started, order inside tools, schedule training and verify compliance. For more information, visit the County's Business Assistance webpage or contact a Clackamas County Sustainability Advisor at greenbiz@clackamas.us or 503-742-4458.

To sign up for compost collection or if you would like additional information, please contact WM Customer Service at pnwcmservices@wm.com or call 800-808-5901.