Green bags don’t cut it. Here’s how to compost in Oakland instead
Last week, we published a story advising Oakland residents that the city’s curbside compost collectors don’t accept those…
Don’t put green ‘compost’ bags in green Oakland compost bins
In Oakland, we have access to some of the freshest produce in the country. But what’s a home…
Recology opens North San Jose transfer station to the public – East Bay Times
Recology’s South Bay transfer station in North San Jose is now open to the public, giving city and…
Recology opens North San Jose transfer station to the public – The Mercury News
Recology’s South Bay transfer station in North San Jose is now open to the public, giving city and…
San Jose doesn’t want plastic bags, case wrap in recycling. So what should you do with them? – The Mercury News
San Jose early this month called out 10 common items mistakenly tossed into curbside recycling bins. That triggered…
Bulky trash block parties return to Oakland starting July 25
Some of the worst, most pervasive littering in Oakland is bulk litter, with large items like couches, beds,…
Judge blocks California law on recycling symbols on plastic containers
A federal judge has halted California’s groundbreaking “Truth in Recycling” law, which aims to reduce consumer confusion about…
Plastic wrap and other items San Jose says residents should keep out of recycling bins – The Mercury News
Ten items are frequently being thrown into the wrong residential recycling bins in San Jose, prompting city officials…
17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law – The Mercury News
By SARAH RANKIN, Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. — A coalition of 17 states and a trade association representing…
Rare Animal Found in Trash Can in Oakland During Garbage Clean-Up – One Green Planet
The Trash Falcons of Oakland’s Lake Merritt had no shortage of unusual discoveries during their regular garbage clean-up…
Campbell residents can drop off e-waste at Ainsley house June 20 – The Mercury News
E-waste collection The Ainsley House is hosting an e-waste and recycling collection event on June 20 for community…
Fast fashion fills California landfills. Luckily a fix is in sight
By Mattias Wallander, Special for CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.…