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How to Properly Dispose of Batteries in San Diego: HHW 101

Batteries Do Not Belong in Curbside Bins Batteries and products that contain batteries cannot be disposed of in trash or recycling bins. Batteries that enter the waste stream pose a

Where Does Old Outdoor Holiday Decor Go?

Twinkling lights and glowing yard inflatables spread cheer across San Diego County this time of year. But when those decorations burn out, deflate, or simply don’t make it to next season, the big question

Tips for Composting your Holiday Food Waste

While many of us are about to sit down for a big meal, when the feast ends, the leftovers aren’t the only thing overflowing – so are the food scraps!” From turkey bones and potato peels to wilted herbs,

Hidden Hazards: A Story of Illegal Dumping in San Diego

It starts with a pile of trash on a quiet San Diego street. A neighbor drives by and at first glance, nothing unusual. But up close, it’s more concerning: old

Give Your Pumpkins a Second Life in the Green Bin

When Halloween is over, carved pumpkins often move from the porch to the trash can. Across the country, more than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are sent to landfills each