Water Pollution Prevention

The pollution prevention programs employ public education, outreach, and legislation strategies to reduce the amount of pollutants that can enter the sewer system at the source.

Calendar The Pollution Prevention Calendar offers information on less-toxic gardening and pest-control methods.

Only Rain Down the Drain Many pollutants find their way into our storm drains which may lead to the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco bay.

Cooking Oil Recycling Recycle your used cooking oil at one of several convenient locations in San Francisco.

To Flush or Not to Flush? Poop, paper and pee are the only things that should be flushed in a toilet.

Expired Medications Old pharmaceuticals should never be sent to the landfill or flushed down the toilet.

Less-Toxic Products There are many products that have fewer chemicals, cause less impact on the environment, and are safer for you and your family.

Garden Workshops We sponsor free gardening workshops to help residents create and maintain beautiful, less-toxic and water-efficient landscapes.

Classroom Presentations Classroom presentations educate students about our sewer system, watershed, and the water cycle.

Proper Copper Like other heavy metals that accumulate in San Francisco Bay, excessive copper has a negative environmental impact.

Here are other programs from some of our community partners.