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 the smells, mess, or fruit
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 for single-use waste, from plastic
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 make just one tire —
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 harbor pests, and contribute to
