The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) today (February 16) announced the details of the 2026 Peach Blossom Trees (PBTs) Recycling Programme (2026 Programme). To encourage the recovery and recycling of yard waste in the community, the EPD has organised the PBTs Recycling Programme since 2017. The PBTs collected from the programme will be processed and turned into recyclable products, such as bulking agents for composting and mulch for gardening. The 2026 Programme will be held after the Lunar New Year holiday this year, and the arrangements are as follows:
 

• February 27 to March 8
• Collection points: A central collection point at Y·PARK (see location at Annex), and 55 district collection points (including 12 GREEN@COMMUNITY Recycling Stations, six Outlying Islands Transfer Facilities and 37 public refuse collection points). Please refer to the following website for the locations and opening hours of the collection points: www.wastereduction.gov.hk/sites/default/files/2026/2026-peach-blossom-trees-recycling-programme/Annex_PBT_2026_r0.pdf.

 

• March 9 to 14
• Members of the public and commercial and industrial (C&I) organisations can deliver their PBTs to Y·PARK directly during operation hours (9am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday).

 
     An EPD spokesman reminded members of the public that the 2026 Programme is limited to the recycling of PBTs. All decorations, including fai chun and tape, should be removed before delivery to facilitate the subsequent recycling processes. The public is also encouraged to replant small potted plants such as tangerine trees and reuse festival decorations to help reduce waste and conserve resources. The EPD also welcomes other organisations and associations to provide their own recycling services for PBTs to help the public, and C&I organisations support waste reduction and carbon reduction for all.
 
     Participants who deliver PBTs to Y·PARK or any GREEN@COMMUNITY Recycling Station for recycling will receive an e-certificate upon the submission and verification of their enrolment form. Those who deliver PBTs to the GREEN@COMMUNITY Recycling Stations will also receive a gift while stocks last. For details of the Programme, please visit the following website:
 
     2026 PBTs Recycling Programme: www.wastereduction.gov.hk/en-hk/article/2026-peach-blossom-trees-recycling-programme.

Ends/Monday, February 16, 2026
Issued at HKT 12:00

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