Request Waste Services

Academic Buildings

To add, remove, or change waste services, contact Peninsula Sanitary Service, Inc. (PSSI) via email or call (650) 321-4236.

To request bins, labels, or signs, contact the Office of Sustainability.

Student Housing

All students are provided recycling and landfill bins for their living spaces. Students are required to empty their bins at a waste enclosure. To request bins, labels, or signs, contact your Housing Service Center.

Undergraduate Students: Compost bins (for food scraps, compostable service ware, and paper towels) are located in lobbies, kitchenettes, and restrooms. Additionally, students can request a compost bin for their dorm room through the Housing Service Centers.

Graduate Students: Compost bins are provided along with recycling and landfill bins.

Faculty & Staff Housing

Recycling, compost, and landfill carts are serviced weekly by PSSI. Other services include biannual and seasonal special collections, compost giveaways, and more. To add, remove, or change waste services, contact PSSI via email or call (650) 321-4236. Find your service day and view rates (SUNet Required). For more information on waste services, view PSSI’s website below.

Event Bins

Stanford provides recycling, compost, and landfill bins for a fee for special events on campus. Bins are labeled and color-coded and include associated signs. To order bins, submit a Customer Funded work request at least three days before your event. For questions, contact PSSI via email or call (650) 321-4236.

Stream	Price
Recycling, Compost, & Landfill (Trio set) One trio provides capacity for 60-70 guests	$127.48
Recycling & Compost (Duo) Recommended for events with recyclable and compostable materials only	$83.34
Additional Single Bins	$37.19 (Recycling) $37.31 (Compost)

Construction Services

Stanford’s waste service provider supplies project and contract managers with roll-off boxes and dumpsters for construction, demolition, and deconstruction jobs on campus.

Special Collection & Regulated Waste

Stanford Environmental Health & Safety provides services to minimize safety, health, environmental, and regulatory risks in a manner consistent with fiscal and environmental stewardship. Special collection programs include batteries, electronics, lab gloves, and chemicals. 

Reuse & Donation

Stanford has several programs to support the reuse of materials year-round for bulky items like furniture, excess chemicals from labs, and clothing and shoes.

Food Recovery

All food generators on campus are required to donate surplus edible food. Stanford is piloting an initiative to collect excess food from cafes and events on campus to donate to the local community. Explore the resources below and connect with the Office of Sustainability to sign up for food recovery services.

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Waste Rates

View waste rates for fiscal year 25-26 (SUNet required). For specific questions on waste rates or to add or adjust waste services, please contact pssi@pssirecycling.com.