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The Do’s, Don’ts, and Oh God, Please Don’ts of Waste Disposal — The Bold Italic — San Francisco

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By Michelle Rial

If you’re a well-meaning, Earth-conscious citizen and you’re still not recycling, composting, and dealing with your waste in a proper manner, it means that you’re either lazy or don’t know how. And in San Francisco, we all know how. So if the explanatory graphics on every single waste bin aren’t simple enough, let this be your guide.


Composting


Used Batteries


Recycling


Getting Rid of Furniture


Avoiding Unnecessary Waste

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Last Update: March 21, 2026

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