Frequently we're faced with the dilemma of not knowing whether an item should be recycled. Wanting to the help the environment, you place an item in the recycling bin without being certain it belongs…

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season will likely leave you with items for recycling or in need of proper disposal. Before tossing items in the waste bin, consider reducing, reusing, or…

Looking to learn more about composting ? Composting benefits gardens and landscapes, and on a broader level, helps reduce methane gases for a healthier environment. With more than half the space of…

In celebration of Earth Month, OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR), OC Public Libraries (OCPL) and Discovery Cube OC (DCOC) teamed up for County-wide Earth Day events to educate residents on the fun and…

Love is in the air and giving your loved one an eco-friendly Valentine’s Day gift is a great way to show them you care, while also caring about the earth. Earth911 has provided some great tips on how…

  OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) announces a Compost Giveaway at Frank R. Bowerman (FRB) Landfill. Pick up FREE compost at 11002 Bee Canyon Access Road in Irvine on Saturday, May 21, 2022,…

Covering your load when driving to OC Landfills is more than a good habit; it’s the law.  In celebration of Cover Your Load Day, June 6, OC Waste & Recycling  reminds the public of…

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…

Congratulations to the employee of the month – Kayla! Kayla was the chair for the Centennial committee, overseeing all the programming and campaigns that celebrated OCPL's 100th anniversary. She…