In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, we’re often hit with notification after notification from twitter, Instagram, from emails and so on. There’s no denying that our electronic devices like our cellphones and laptops provide a huge help in keeping track of it all. But have you ever found yourself asking what to...

OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is continuously looking for ways to expand educational outreach to Orange County residents. Thanks to the Strategic Communications Unit, programs and partnerships have been developed and fostered to provide education about the County’s waste and recycling resources. Here’s a look at what OCWR accomplished in...

With the closure of many recycling centers throughout the state, California residents have been wondering what to do with their bottles and cans. Although the centers may be closing, you can still recycle your beverage containers by putting them in your curbside bins or dwelling complex carts. If you prefer...

Spring has sprung and April is National Garden Month. While we’re home and trying to occupy ourselves during our newfound free time, why not put a spin on traditional gardening and start composting in your home garden? Most of us have found ourselves cooking more and accumulating leftovers, which makes...

OC Waste & Recycling’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers (HHWCCs) will remain in operation for drop-off only of household hazardous waste. The Materials Exchange Programs, located at the HHWCCs, will be temporarily closed until further notice to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For questions about this program or the household...

The December 13, 2018 Waste Management Commission meeting will be held at Discovery Cube Orange County. For more information CLICK HERE .

At its December 2017 meeting, the Orange County Waste Management Commission elected Commissioner Rob Johnson to serve as Chairman for 2018. He was appointed to the Commission in 2015 and served as Vice Chair in 2017. Chairman Johnson was elected to serve the cities of the Second Supervisorial District in...

Happy World Health Day - a great day to check your old medication Since 1948, April 7 has been designated as World Health Day. It's a day that brings awareness to medical issues worldwide. OC Waste & Recycling encourages you to use the day to check the status of your...

OC Waste & Recycling is reminding customers that County landfills will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 2 . The landfills will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 3 . Holiday schedules for Orange County residential trash collection may be confirmed with local haulers here . For more information...

Award exemplifies commitment to proper and compliant waste disposal Santa Ana, Calif. (June 7, 2018) — OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) has received one of the waste industry’s most important awards, the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) 2018 Gold Award for Landfill Management Excellence of the Prima Deshecha...