Green Box Program

Choose refills, not landfills! Make your to-go meal zero waste. When you order a to-go meal at participating restaurants, request it in a REUSABLE GREEN BOX!

Food vendors in Truckee are now required to charge a 25¢ fee for each disposable cup and takeout container provided with to-go orders. Avoid fees and eliminate waste: use a reusable green box!

How does it work?

• Buy your first green to-go container for $5.
• Rinse the box after you finish eating.
• When you order takeout at a participating restaurant, tell them you want your food in a green box.
• Bring the box back to trade for a clean one with your next order at any participating restaurant, for free!

Available at:

Short-term rental property owners: interested in providing green boxes at your rental for your guests to use while in Truckee? Purchase green boxes from any participating restaurant listed above! Print an info sheet for your guests!

Are you a business interested in using green boxes in your restaurant? Please contact Recycle@TownOfTruckee.gov.