Zero Waste Pop-Up Drop-Off

We only take yard waste from Boston residents. You need to show us a photo ID, utility bill, or lease as proof of your residency. We reserve the right to refuse material.

what you need to know:

• Yard Waste:
  • Common yard waste material includes leaves and grass clippings, branches, and yard brush.
  • Place leaves and yard debris in large paper bags. Do not use plastic bags.  
  • Tie branches with string. The maximum size for branches is three feet with a one-inch diameter.
• Clothing & Textiles 
  • Items must be dry and odorless
  • Check out our clothing and textile page for a full list of accepted items. We will accept all items listed in the accepted items section of the clothing & textile page.
• Paint, gas, and motor oil:
  • We don’t take paint, gas, or motor oil from businesses.
  • We won’t take paints, stains, varnishes, and thinners that aren’t in original containers.
  • Containers need to have labels that we can read.
  • 20 gallon limit on paint,gas, and motor oil. Containers must not be larger than 5 gallons.
• Paper Shredding:
  • We will shred up to 10 copy paper size boxes or containers of your personal documents.
• Household Chemicals:
  • All chemicals must be in their original container.
  • 20 gallon limit on all chemicals. Containers must not be larger than 5 gallons.
• Electronics 
  • Some accepted items are listed below but not limited to:
    • Computers: desktops, towers, laptops, monitors, and tablets

    • Microwaves, cameras, robots

    • LCD flat panel monitors

    • Printers: inkjets, laserjets, copiers, and scanners

    • Networking equipment: switches, routers, and servers

    • Audio and Video equipment: VHS players, DVD players, stereos, speakers, headphones

    • Telephones: cell phones and landline phones

    • Other electronic accessories: keyboards, mouse devices, cables, and wires