Santa Ana, Calif. (May 21, 2018) — OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) received two Achievement Awards in May 2018 from the National Association of Counties (NACo).  OCWR’s prize-winning…

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…

In a tradition dating back thousands of years, Orange County will celebrate the Moon Festival this Saturday, Sept. 14, with poetry, dance, and arts for children and families. Organized by OC…

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…

Effective immediately, residents can sign up to receive text message updates related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California. To opt-in for this service, text OCCOVID19 to 888777…

We're excited to announce that free compost and mulch are now available in Brea at the Valencia Greenery, located at the Olinda Alpha Landfill! This is a great opportunity for our community to…

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…

As we usher in the New Year, many of us are setting resolutions to live healthier and more organized lives. Whether it’s eating cleaner, or managing chronic health conditions, the start of a new year…

 John Wayne Airport (JWA) is soaring toward sustainability with a mission to become a zero-waste airport—reducing landfill contributions, recovering edible food, and making a meaningful…

Many large-scale recycling facilities across the country have been impacted by global factors tied to contamination issues and exportation of recyclable products overseas (mostly plastic and paper).…