Santa Clara County Household Hazardous Waste Program

07/22/2026

07/17/2026

07/10/2026

There is a lot of garbage that you can’t simply throw in the trash. Fortunately, the Santa Clara County Household Hazardous Waste Program is having another free event in Sunnyvale this Saturday, July 11 and there are appointments still available. This is an excellent opportunity to get rid of your paint, batteries, electronics and more. Get more information at hhw.org.

07/09/2026

Our team is ready for business! Appointments are still available for our one day drop-off event in Sunnyvale 7/11! Bring us all your hazardous waste. Visit www.hhw.org to make an appointment today!

06/10/2026

🎶 Oooh lalala! There are still free appointments available to drop-off the hazardous waste you have sitting around your house. We will be in Milpitas this Saturday, June 13th. Visit www.hhw.org to make your free appointment today!
 
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12 - Sunblock
1 - Motor Oil
2 - Large Battery
3 - Tool Battery
4 - Gasoline
5 - Lightbulb (LED or Fluorescent)
6 - Automotive Fluids
7 - Spray Paint
8 - Any type of Paint
9 - Linseed oil
10 - Household Batteries
11 - Lubricants

06/08/2026

You’ve already done the hard work of spring cleaning but now you need to get rid of the old paint, batteries, light bulbs, cleaners and other household hazardous waste. Good thing the Santa Clara County Household Hazardous Waste Program is hosting a free drop off event in Milpitas on Saturday, June 13. Make your appointment at hhw.org.

06/01/2026

Looking to clear out some household hazardous waste? The Household Hazardous
Waste Program, along with the City of Milpitas, is hosting a temporary event in Milpitas
on Saturday, June 13th.

Appointments are required; to sign-up visit: http://bit.ly/3EAgnkl

05/02/2026

Come on down to Salsa Fest 2026 in downtown San Jose and stop by to say hi!👋

05/01/2026

Big news: Participation in the CEPA Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency - County of Santa Clara household hazardous waste program has doubled since information about battery-sparked fires has reached the community. Thank you to all who are taking steps to protect your home and community!

Since April is Earth Month, let’s keep that energy going! The County is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event this Saturday, April 25 in the City of Santa Clara that’s open to *all County residents.

What to bring: Batteries, paint, cleaners, pesticides, and more.

Register here to learn the location: https://hhw.santaclaracounty.gov/events/santa-clara-drop-event-42

*Excluding Palo Alto residents, who are served by their own city program.


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