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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

Green Bin Tips for the Summer

Did you know: Composting food scraps through your curbside green organics bin is one of the easiest ways to reduce waste and help the environment. But if you’ve ever dealt with

Easy Fourth of July Swaps for a Low-Waste BBQ  

The Fourth of July is one of America’s most celebrated holidays. It’s full of fireworks, BBQs, and all things red, white, and blue. But unfortunately, it’s also a holiday known

The Journey of a Tire

Every tire begins its life in a factory, where oil, natural rubber, steel, and carbon black are combined through an energy-intensive process. It takes about 7 gallons of oil to

From Waste to Resource: The Journey of a Recycled Mattress in San Diego County

What happens when a mattress is landfilled, or worse, illegally dumped and left in nature?  Aside from being an eyesore – landfilled or illegally dumped mattresses and box springs can