To Properly dispose of Household Hazardous Waste:
Visit Alameda County's Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facility. This facility provides proper disposal of solvents, chemicals, paint, pesticides, syringes and more. Check here for One Day HHW Drop Off Events.
"Sharps", or syringes:
these must be properly disposed to keep everyone safe. Here is a list of local free drop-off sites.
Automobiles and parts, and other items banned from the landfill:
Check recyclewhere.org for free drop-off and pick-up, donations and recycling resources.
Marina Used Oil Depot Program at the Emeryville Marina:
A used motor oil recycling depot has been installed near the fuel dock at the marina. This service is free to the public. For more information, call 510-654-3716.
Paint Care Program
You can now drop off your paints and stains for safe disposal at these nearby locations:
- Kelly Moore
4156 Telegraph
Oakland, CA 94609
Ph: 510-652-4970 - Kelly Moore
969 San Pablo Ave.
Albany, CA 94706
Ph: 510-525-3162 - Glidden Professional Paint Center
3356 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
Ph: 510-547-4924 - Kelly Moore
4917 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601 - Sherwin-Williams
559 66th Ave
Oakland, CA 94621
Please Note: the above drop-off locations may change and will hopefully increase. Check the PaintCare website for updates and for more information.