We're really pleased that San Francisco's been trying so hard to promote responsible disposal of hazardous waste, batteries, and electronic devices. The other day, we received a handy brochure in the mail listing more than 100 local businesses that accept these materials from San Francisco residents.

Drop-off locations for batteries include:
• Walgreens (citywide)
• Sports Basement at Crissy Field
• Whole Foods in SOMA and Pacific Heights
• Rainbow Grocery in the Mission

Drop-off locations for latex paint include:
• Cole Hardware (various locations in the city)
• Cliff's Variety in the Castro
• Brownie's Hardware in Nob Hill

Drop-off locations for spare electronics include:
• Goodwill (citywide)
• Zarc in Ingleside
• Computer Recycling Center (various locations in the city)

Drop off locations for fluorescent lights include:
• City Lights in SOMA
• Ace Hardware in the Financial District
• Frederickson Hardware in the Marina

The brochure also lists three free pick-up services:
• SF Hazardous Waste Facility (paint)
• Bulky Item and Electronics Collection (electronics)
• St. Vincent de Paul for electronics (electronics)

As noted in the brochure, always call the drop-off site before leaving your house to find out if there are any restrictions or special instructions for the items you want to bring in. For example, there might be a limit to how many gallons of paint or how many lights you can bring in.

For more information about disposal and recycling options, call 415.355.3777 or use the EcoFinder.

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Image: SF Environment brochure