Environmental Services

Environmental Management Committee

The Environmental Management Committee (EMC) was established by City Council in 2015 as an advisory committee to make recommendations to the City Council on issues regarding recycling, solid waste management, environmental issues and other similar matters. 

Sustainable Year City Program

The City of Silverton welcomed University of Oregon students during the 2019-2020 year as part of the Sustainable City Year Program (SCYP). SCYP, part of the Sustainable Cities Institute at UO, matches professors and classes with an Oregon city, county, special district, tribe, transit agency, or partnership of governments for an entire academic year.  Students working in Silverton, guided by their professors, combined research and fieldwork to address City needs and achieve course learning goals.  

Recycling in Silverton

Republic Services provides residential curbside collection of solid waste and recycling in Silverton. Recent shifts in the recycling market have brought changes to how we recycle.

Learn more about recycling in Silverton including guides on curbside recycling.

Reducing Waste

Are looking for ways to reduce your household waste? Visit Marion County Public Works Waste Reduction website to learn helpful tips on how to reduce waste at home, at work, and on the go. 

Fact Sheets

The City has put together the following Fact Sheets for residents to learn more about ways they can help with Silverton's sustainability efforts.