Recycling is often the center of attention when talking about environmental stewardship. But upcycling, the reuse of materials, is just as important. And in some ways, it can be more fun to do, which is why upcycling often consists of Pinterest-worthy DIY projects. Old clothes can be turned into elegant...
Free Household Hazardous Waste and E-waste Disposal Leftover household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients are considered Household Hazardous Waste (HHW). Products such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries and pesticides that contain potentially hazardous ingredients require special handling when you dispose of them. E-waste such as televisions...
Summer is almost over, and school is right around the corner. In honor of National Back-to-School Month, we have put together a waste reduction back-to-school guide for you and your family. We know that you work hard to ensure your children have a great and productive year. When preparing your...
Do you know what it takes to safely dispose of your household hazardous waste? To answer this question, OC Waste & Recycling has teamed up with Wild Wing of the Anaheim Ducks to help educate residents on ways to recycle right! Find out what to do with those old paint...
SANTA ANA, Calif. (Sept. 12, 2019) —On Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, OC Waste & Recycling, OC Public Libraries, City of Brea and Republic Services will be at the Brea Library educating and providing recycling and composting tips. The free education event will begin at 9 a.m. and end at noon...
Looking for a fun activity to do with the kids? OC Waste & Recycling has teamed up with Discovery Cube OC to help promote the importance of recycling right. Take the EcoChallenge by downloading our activity book filled with pages to color, tips on recycling and much more. You can...
OC Waste and Recycling will be present at the following events: OC Sanitation District Open House - July 27 Chalk Art Mural Event for Kids - August 10 Angels Stadium Family Sunday - August 18 Stop by our booth and play a quick game of What Goes Where? to learn...
Year Award Program or Facility Awarded by 2019 OC Safety Application In Partnership with OC Information Technology (OCIT) National Association of Counties (NACo) 2019 Organics Management Plan Organics Management Plan-Developing a Regional Organics Program National Association of Counties (NACo) 2019 OCWR Neighbor Support Portal In Partnership with OC Information Technology...
Address 1942 Valencia Avenue Brea, CA Directions Take the 57 freeway to Imperial Highway, go east on Imperial to Valencia Avenue. Turn left on Valencia and follow to the landfill. View Larger Map