Sustainability
As part of City Council's goals this year, the City is working to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by taking actions in its own operations and community.
Many of our efforts focus on building and protecting neighborhoods in Burbank through responsible development, bike and pedestrian facility improvements, energy-efficient construction and retrofits, better air quality, lower energy and water bills through conservation and electrification, and reduced waste to extend the lifetime of Burbank’s landfill. The success of these strategies relies on the shared effort by the City and community to work together towards a safe, beautiful, and thriving community.
The Burbank Recycle Center helps residents and businesses prevent waste by providing workshops, resources, and public outreach. Our multi-purpose facility processes curbside recyclables and offers easy drop off services.
Organics Recycling
The City of Burbank has expanded their Green Cart collection to include food scraps and other organic materials.
Where it Goes
Use our new online guide with a quick search tool on over 300 materials to find out what can and can’t be recycled and why.
Kitchen Pails
A free kitchen pail to store your food scraps and food-soiled paper until you empty it into the green ORGANICS cart or bin.
Bulky Item Pick Up
Bulky items are sent to the landfill and not recycled so please use this option last! If needed, Burbank residents and business can schedule a pick up for qualifying items.
Electronics
It is illegal to place electronics (anything with a battery or cord) in trash and recycling containers. Bring them to the Recycle Center’s Drop Zone for proper recycling.
Newsletter
Read about the Recycle Center’s upcoming events, latest happenings, and more!
Electric vehicles (EV) are compelling for reasons such as significant cost savings on fuel and maintenance, environmental benefits, and a fun driving experience. Buyers have more choices than ever before, from electrified sports cars, trucks, and SUVs to compact crossovers. Car companies continue to announce new vehicles at a dizzying pace, and they have more range than ever.
Residential
Online EV Buyer's Guide
Makes it easy to get personalized recommendations on electric vehicles, charging stations, and EV vehicle purchase incentives and rebates.
Used EV Rebate
Purchase a pre-owned EV that is two years or older, and you can get up to $1,000 - $4,000 as a rebate from BWP.
EV Charger Rebate
Install an EV charging station at your home and receive up to $1,500.
Commercial
EV Charger Rebate
Upgrade your business with EV charging stations and get up to $20,000 per charging station in rebates from BWP.
Small and mid-sized businesses can get up to $5,000 in energy efficiency retrofits through the Business Bucks program.
Business Rebates
Rebates are available for energy efficiency retrofits, including LED lighting, HVAC units, heat pumps, food service, LEED certification and more.
Electric Landscape Equipment Rebates
Exchange gas-powered landscape equipment with zero-emission, battery-electric equipment through the SCAQMD exchange program, and BWP provides a rebate for spare batteries.
More Programs
Improve the comfort and efficiency of your home through valuable energy and water-saving improvements at no cost.
Residential Rebates
Get rebates for purchasing Energy Star® certified appliances and energy-efficient home upgrades.
Shade Trees
We are excited to offer no-cost trees to Burbank electric customers to help reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills.
Electric Landscape Equipment
Rebates and vouchers are available for residential and commercial electric landscape equipment, such as mowers and blowers.
More Programs
Customers who wish to install solar at their properties can learn more here.
Check out BWP's Solar Consumer Protection Guide for all you need to know about solar power in Burbank.
Free Kitchen Food Scrap Pails (Burbank residents only)
Kitchen PailsA free kitchen pail to store your food scraps and food-soiled paper until you empty it into the green ORGANICS cart or bin.
Free Mulch (Burbank residents only)
Home delivery is available for large quantity loads. The amount of wood to leaves in the mulch will vary.Pick-up Locations:
Gross Park - 2800 West Empire Avenue
6:00-10:00 p.m. (back of parking lot along fence)
George Izay Park - 1111 West Olive Avenue
(at N. Griffith Park Dr. & Clark Ave. - parking lot)
McCambridge Park - 1515 North Glenoaks Boulevard
(Andover Drive parking lot near ballfield #1)
Home Delivery (Home Delivery is Currently Suspended Until Further Notice)
The Parks and Recreation Department offers free, large quantity, home delivery to Burbank residents. Requests for home delivery may take up to two weeks to fulfill and requires a signed waiver. Loads are generally placed in the residents' driveway.
Full Load = approximately 10-12 cubic yards, covering 1000 square feet at 3-4 inches thick
Half Load = approximately 5-6 cubic yards, covering 500 square feet at 3-4 inches thick
To request delivery contact (818) 238-5304.
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