Disposal guide

Learn how to sort and dispose of items while on the Seattle campus. 

You may have seen our common signs around campus. Choose one to see details on what goes where.

Recycle
Compost
Landfill

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Scroll down through the A to Z category list below or start typing your item in the search field. The results will filter as you type to show applicable procedures.

The search results will suggest disposal procedures that may fit your search; click on the pages to learn more. If you can’t find your item, contact UW Recycling at recycle@uw.edu.

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