The Solid Waste Management Department is administered by the government of the City of Houston. The department provides garbage collection and waste recycling services. The Solid Waste Management Department administers the Automated Recycling Pilot Program, which specializes in the conversion of waste products from landfills. It maintains various depositories for the collection of junk waste and recyclable items from residents. The department also operates landfills and environmental service centers throughout Houston. The Solid Waste Management Department additionally provides dead animal pickup and removal services. Its consumer recycling centers accept a variety of household hazardous wastes, including batteries, latex paints and used oils.