Summertime inspires outdoor fun like barbecues, pool parties and camping, but all too often it also brings the overuse of plastics. Plastic Free July started in 2011 as a challenge encouraging participants to lessen their use of single-use plastics throughout the month of July. In 2022, the steps taken by...
Boaters invited to properly dispose of expired marine flares at free event in Dana Point Harbor OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is hosting a one-day collection event for boaters and Orange County residents to dispose of marine flares free of charge. The drive-through event will be held from 7 a.m...
OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is issuing an alert to remind all county residents and businesses of the importance of proper disposal of hazardous waste, especially batteries. Improperly disposed batteries continue to be the leading cause of fires in the waste system, which endanger s lives and the environment...
ORANGE COUNTY, CA (October 18, 2023) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is excited to announce a county-wide Community Compost Giveaway event Saturday, November 4, between 7:30 a.m. and noon. Orange County residents are invited to Bee Canyon Greenery (Frank R. Bowerman Landfill) in Irvine, Valencia Greenery (Olinda Alpha Landfill)...
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OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) and Keep America Beautiful ® , invite you to take the pledge to recycle on America Recycles Day ®, November 15. By reducing, reusing and recycling in your daily routine, you can be a part of the national movement to keep America and your local...
Celebrate National Drive-Thru Day this July 24, 2024, by clearing out your household hazardous waste with ease! Have you been putting off cleaning under the sink or organizing the garage? Now’s the perfect time to safely dispose of items like e-waste, paint, pesticides, household chemicals, automotive products, batteries, and e-cigarette...
ORANGE COUNTY, CA (July 29, 2024) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) has received the 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for its groundbreaking work in the Senate Bill 1383 Procurement Program & Market Development Plan. The honor acknowledges excellence in pioneering efforts to create markets...
ORANGE COUNTY, CA (August 20, 2024) – OC Waste & Recycling is pleased to announce the successful collaboration with Disneyland Resort in organizing a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event, which was held on May 30, 2024, in Anaheim. The event aimed to provide Disneyland Resort cast members and employees with...