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How to Dispose of Food Scraps in Providence, RI

Bag food scraps for garbage unless you compost.

Category: OrganicsFood Scraps disposal near meProvidence Yard & organicsCity program · City of Providence — Tricky itemsVerified 2026-08-11
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteGarbage cart unless private compost
PathwayProvidence garbage / private compost
Verified2026-08-11
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Local specifics

Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeGarbage cart unless private compost
Hazardous ratingLow
Nearest facility typeProvidence garbage / private compost
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-11

Common questions

HHW for food?

No.

Food Scraps in other cities

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