This added diversion is predominately due to two City-wide recycling ordinances:. The results and links below are from the recently completed Waste Characterization Study. The study evaluated the types and amounts of waste still being disposed and will be used to enhance and develop recycling program activities and policies.
The most recent disposal data available is from , and shows that San Diego disposed of nearly 1. This included waste from our homes, business, schools, manufacturing, and military bases. For more information, visit the Backyard Composting page. Skip to main content. Environmental Services. Recycling Programs. More information on AB can be found at the CalRecycle website. Sign In. Facebook Twitter Print Email. Sponsor Message. Michael Torti March 26, Image via Shutterstock.
Stay up to Date. Tags: styrofoam recycling VOSD opinion. What do you think? More in Opinion. What to Read Next. Partner Voices. March 22, Ry Rivard March 20, Ry Rivard March 12, Ry Rivard March 5, City of SD residents can recycle food service foam containers in their curbside blue bin.
County of San Diego — Unincorporated Areas: As of now, San Diego residents living in unincorporated areas can easily recycle the block foam from product packaging in their curbside recycling.
Recycling foam food containers, cups, trays, etc. Residents who are unsure can contact their specific hauler to confirm if they accept these items. Solana Beach and Encinitas: A few cities around the region have increased regulations for Polystyrene foam, but what does that mean for recycling?
However, foam packaging blocks are still accepted in your blue bin in these cities. Just like other recyclable food packaging, foam food containers just need to be wiped of food residue and can be placed on your curbside receptacle. Foam packaging blocks are accepted in curbside recycling bins throughout all of San Diego County.
Foam Packaging Blocks: Foam packaging blocks might be the easiest polystyrene product to recycle across the board.
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