Sustainable Miami

Miami has an Office of Sustainable Initiatives which is responsible for coordinating the City's environmental programs. Miami is determined to become a model of sustainability and good environmental practices. Among their environmental efforts are recycling programs, water conservation, green buildings, and renewable energy.

RECYCLING

All residents within the city limits have recycling services available to them in single family units and up to three units per building. Apartment complexes organize recycling for their residents. To request curbside recycling, call 311 from a Miami phone. Miami accepts the recycling of:

• newspaper

• glass

• plastics (1, 2, 3)

• aluminum

• milk jugs

• paper made juice cartons

WATER CONSERVATION

The City of Miami encourages residents to conserve water, and a few ways they do this is simply to ask that you don't waste water; if you have to pour it out, maybe water your plants with it. Do not use running water to thaw foods, and do not leave the water running when brushing your teeth, washing your face, or shaving. They also encourage you to replace your shower heads with low-flow heads. There are many that still have extremely high pressure, but use 30% less water.