ATTENTION ORANGE COUNTY RESIDENTS The Huntington Beach Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC) will be temporarily closing for site upgrades. Last day open will be Saturday, August 17th 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closure Dates: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 – Late October Location: Huntington Beach HHWCC, 17121 Nichols Street Gate...
Free Battery Collection Bucket for First 100 Attendees ORANGE COUNTY, CA (September 5, 2024) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is hosting an OC Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Huntington Beach Corporate Yard. This collection event provides...
At OC Waste & Recycling, we are passionate about resource recovery. That's why we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on an organization that shares our vision for a brighter, more sustainable future: Child Creativity Lab (CCL) in Santa Ana. At CCL, creativity isn't just a buzzword; it's the driving...
*Please note that we only ACCEPT waste from Orange County residents or businesses. Proof of address may be requested. Click here to report a concern. Sign up for Prima Deshecha Landfill e-mail updates DEBRIS PICK-UP If you notice debris on streets near the landfill, please contact OC Public Works at...
FREE STA-Certified Compost Available to Enhance Your Garden ORANGE COUNTY, CA (October 28, 2024) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is excited to announce a countywide Community Compost Giveaway event on Saturday, November 2, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Orange County residents are invited to any of the three locations...
Paint Recycling: A Simple Way to Make a Difference This Fall Orange County, CA (October 31, 2024) – This fall, Orange County residents are invited to recycle their leftover paint from November 1-27, 2024, at any of the four Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers (HHWCC). The centers, located...
OCWR Collaborates with Irvine Ranch Conservancy on Habitat Mitigation and Restoration Projects By Leila Barker, Regulatory Compliance Manager, Amy Cruz, Senior Environmental Resources Specialist, Weena Dalby, Senior Enviornmental Engineering Specialist and Michael Gonzalez, Environmental Resources Specialist Among OCWR’s responsibilities as landfill owners and operators has been to manage Orange County’s...
As we wrap up 2024, we’re reflecting on another year of making a positive impact on our communities. OCWR’s Ambassadors attended a variety of events across Orange County, connecting with local residents and sharing valuable resources on recycling, waste diversion, and environmental stewardship. This year, we’re proud to announce a...
At OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR), we are proud to support initiatives that promote environmental sustainability within our community. Bella Coveyou, a dedicated Girl Scout from San Juan Capistrano, has taken on an inspiring mission to spread the word about the free compost and mulch. Through her Gold Award project...
ORANGE COUNTY, CA (April 24, 2024) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is excited to announce a countywide Community Compost Giveaway event on Saturday, May 4, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. This special event invites all Orange County residents and will be held at three locations: Bee Canyon Greenery (Frank...