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How to Dispose of Recyclable Resources and Garbage

It is important that everybody observes the rules when disposing of recyclable resources and garbage, to eliminate any possible problems with neighbors.
The City Office distributes guides on how to dispose of recyclable resources and garbage in multiple languages. An app is also available.
Publications related to sorting recyclable resources and garbage

Recyclable resource and garbage sorting app

Collection of household recyclable resources and garbage

In general, collection is free. However, there are fees for disposing of large quantities at once and the collection of large-sized waste.
For more information about sorting and disposing of household recyclable resources and garbage, click here.

Collection of business-related recyclable resources and garbage

Collection of business-related waste requires a fee. As a rule, businesses are responsible for disposing of their own waste (through a waste disposal company or resource recovery company).
For more information, click here.