Thanksgiving Day Closures
OC Waste & Recycling is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25, 2021. Please note the following details for landfills, Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers, and HQ…
Holiday Closures
OC Waste & Recycling and all of its facilities are closed on Saturday, December 25, 2021, and Saturday, January 1, 2022. Please note the following details for landfills, Household…
Have You Ever Been a Wishcycler
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…
Recycling During the Holidays
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…
Composting Tips Benefits
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…
EARTH DAY EVENTS GET WIGGLY
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…
Show a Little Love for the Earth This Valentines Day
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…
Compost Giveaway May 21
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,…
National Cover Your Load Day June 6
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…