Master Recycler Program | Portland, Oregon

What is a Master Recycler?

Master Recyclers take a nine-week course on the latest information on waste prevention and recycling. They then share this information to their neighbors in Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington county. There are more than 825 Master Recyclers, volunteering more than 16,000 hours.

The next round of classes is Sept/Oct in Washington County. Go to class registration to learn more. contact us

Master Recycler's Table at the Hollywood Farmer's Market in Portland The Master Recycler Program is administered by:

The City of Portland
Office of Sustainable Development
721 NW 9th Ave., #350
Portland, OR 97209

Phone: 503-823-7530

Email: Master Recycler Program

This program is brought to you by Metro, the City of Portland, Clackamas County, Washington County, the Department of Environmental Quality and Recycling Advocates.

Master Recyclers:

Speak to local groups about waste prevention and recycling
Create educational resources and displays
Staff booths at local events including farmers' markets, hazardous household waste roundups, and other local events
Design and implement waste reduction plans at home and at work
Stay current on solid waste trends through newsletters and follow-up events, and
Have FUN while making a difference in the community.