RethinkWaste

Often when people hear the term "plastic free" they may think of a tiny mason jar containing someone's whole year worth of garbage. This July, let's expand our definition of "plastic free" to include all efforts to #reduce plastic. Remember even if your efforts don't result in zero waste, your actions to reduce make an immense impact.

Planning a camping trip this summer? See if you can do it waste-free! A good place to start is meals. Pack a cooler for water and reusable bowls, utensils, and napkins. Wash up with an eco-friendly bar of soap. Don't forget to pack out and #leavenotrace! #zerowastecamping

Summertime meals grilling season! Look into propane cylinder exchange programs for your empty propane tanks. If your propane tank isn’t empty, it must be disposed of through San Mateo County’s Household Hazardous Waste program. Visit the HHW website for more info: https://bit.ly/3yQEbbM #TipTuesday

Have you heard of Senate Bill 1383 (SB1383)? This law is a statewide effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, like methane, by January 1, 2025. Learn how it impacts you as a resident or a business owner at www.rethinkwaste.org/sb1383

There's still time to sign up for our webinar this Tuesday, June 29th at 5pm! Join us for a community discussion about waste reduction in preparation of Plastic Free July. Register for this event: https://bit.ly/3goJG9s

Still have your holiday tree? Recology San Mateo County is still picking up trees through the end of January on your regular collection day. Note that pick-ups may not be from the regular Recology truck. http://bit.ly/holidaytreepickup

The County of San Mateo Office of Sustainability is now accepting applications for the next cycle of their 4Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot) Grants! Submissions due Monday March 8. Information on guidelines and applications at: http://bit.ly/2MqsHb7

Batteries are necessary in our daily life, but we are finding them at our Shoreway facility! Consider the risks to the employees and the environment and dispose of your batteries safely. Find out how at rethinkbatteries.org

Calling all environmental stewards! We need your help in achieving a cleaner community. #RecycleRight with these easy tips. Keep recyclables loose in the cart. NO plastic bags and other soft plastics. Ensure bottles, cans, and jars are empty, dry, and clean. Break down and flatten all cardboard boxes.... Check out http://bit.ly/2VG6fge to learn more.

Not so #FunFactFriday! According to the EPA, the average person living in the U.S. produces 4.9 pounds of waste every day. Over the course of a lifetime just one American will produce over 70 tons of waste!