Zero Waste Dallas City Guide
Updated September 2026
You need tools and resources on your zero waste journey. We’ve gathered our favorite options in the city of Dallas, from local programs to restaurants that compost every scrap. Do you have a resource to recommend? Contact us!
Zero Waste Programs
Ready to get involved with your community? Below are local options available to you.
City of Dallas Zero Waste Plan
Dallas has committed to becoming a zero waste city by 2040. The City’s Sanitation Department runs recycling, household hazardous waste and electronics drop-offs to help residents keep more out of the landfill. It’s also updating its long-range plan, so watch for chances to weigh in.
Keep Dallas Beautiful
This City-supported program engages residents in litter prevention, recycling and neighborhood beautification. Volunteer for a cleanup or bring its education programs to your school or community group.
North Texas Food Bank
Own a restaurant or grocery store? The North Texas Food Bank rescues surplus food from grocers, restaurants and farms and gets it to neighbors who need it. Donate, volunteer or connect your business to its food rescue program.
Zero Waste Grocery & Refill Shops
Bring your jars, bags and bottles. These shops make it easy to skip single-use packaging.
usefull
Greater Dallas’ first refillery and zero waste shop. Bring your own containers to refill personal and home care products, from lotion and body wash to laundry detergent, and shop low-waste everyday essentials. You’ll find it inside Our Wellness Community in Oak Cliff, and at pop-ups at local farmers markets.
Dallas Farmers Market
Shop local produce loose and bring your own bags. The market’s farm stands make it easy to buy only what you need, with no plastic clamshells in sight.
Low-Waste Dining
Zero-waste restaurants are rare in Dallas, but these spots are leading the way!
State & Allen
This Uptown restaurant and its sister concepts are Certified Green Restaurants. They compost, use recyclable and compostable takeout containers and paper goods, and even serve water only on request to save energy.
Get Involved
Ready to do more? These resources connect you with Philadelphia’s sustainability community.
EarthX
Every April, Dallas hosts EarthX, one of the world’s largest environmental gatherings, with speakers, exhibitors and ideas for living more sustainably. Check the EarthX website for this year’s dates and events.
Dallas Zero-Waste Facebook Group
Join this active local community of more than 12,000 people working to make Dallas a zero waste city. It’s a great place to ask questions, swap tips and find out about local events.
Composting in Dallas
At least 30 percent of what goes into the Dallas landfill is compostable kitchen and yard waste. The City doesn’t collect food scraps, but you still have options.
Recycle Revolution
This independent recycling and compost service runs a Community Drop-Off Center in Dallas. Drop off food scraps along with hard-to-recycle items like Styrofoam, batteries and light bulbs, or sign up for pickup at your home or business.
Compost at Home
Have a backyard? The City of Dallas offers guides to starting your own compost bin, or an indoor worm bin if you’re short on space.
