The WPWMA – Serving Placer County Since 1978

About the WPWMA

The WPWMA is Leading Placer County into a Sustainable Future

Renewable Placer
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Reusable bags for grocery shopping

Make the Swap!

Here in Placer County, we make recycling and disposal easy – You toss everything into your bin,...

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How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County - you toss, we sort! Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management practices.

Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and how the WPWMA is helping our communities reduce materials sent to landfills.

Senate Bill 1383 and Organics Recycling

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. While residents do not have to separate their organic waste themselves, certain businesses must.

How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County - you toss, we sort! Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management practices.

Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and how the WPWMA is helping our communities reduce materials sent to landfills.

Senate Bill 1383 and Organics Recycling

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. While residents do not have to separate their organic waste themselves, certain businesses must.

How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County. Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management for residents and businesses.

Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and your responsibility to reduce materials sent to landfills.

Senate Bill 1383 and You

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and include everyday items like leaves, lawn clippings, food scraps and dirty paper products.

Learn more about our facilities

Do you want to learn more about the WPWMA’s sustainability efforts? Visit our facility online or in person.

Online Tour

Click below to take a virtual tour.

In Person Tour

Click below to schedule an appointment to tour the facility.