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: Your guide to reducing, reusing and recycling in San Luis Obispo County.
About the IWMA
Recycling Guide
What Goes Where?
Hazardous Waste
E-Waste
Recycling Bin
Green Waste Bin
Garbage Bin
Take to Landfill
Helpful Links
Most Requested Items
Top Troublemakers: Don’t Recycle These!
Beverage Containers Redemption Locations
Construction & Demolition
Material
Bulbs & Batteries
Electronics
Glass
Metal
Paper
Plastic
Use
Automotive
Construction
Food Packaging
General Packaging
Holiday
Kitchen
Medical
Residents
Business
Schools
Tips, News & Events
Polystyrene Ordinance
About the IWMA
Recycling Guide
What Goes Where?
Hazardous Waste
E-Waste
Recycling Bin
Green Waste Bin
Garbage Bin
Take to Landfill
Helpful Links
Most Requested Items
Top Troublemakers: Don’t Recycle These!
Beverage Containers Redemption Locations
Construction & Demolition
Material
Bulbs & Batteries
Electronics
Glass
Metal
Paper
Plastic
Use
Automotive
Construction
Food Packaging
General Packaging
Holiday
Kitchen
Medical
Residents
Business
Schools
Tips, News & Events
Polystyrene Ordinance
About
Guide
Residents
Hazardous Waste
More
Garbage Bin
Plastic
Balloons
Bicycle Helmets
Biodegradable Bags
Blister Packs (Pills, Gum)
Bread Bags
Bubble Wrap
Candy Wrappers
Case Wrap
Cassette Tapes
Alternative ways to recycle
CDs & DVDs
Alternative ways to recycle
Cereal Bags & Box Liners
Coat Hangers (Plastic)
Coffee Pods & Capsules
Alternative ways to recycle
Confetti
Diaper Packaging
Diapers
Drink Pouches
Alternative ways to recycle
Dry Cleaning Bags
Egg Cartons (Foam)
Alternative ways to recycle
Egg Cartons (Plastic)
Face Masks
Alternative ways to recycle
Foam Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)
Frozen Food Bags
Frozen Food Trays
Glow Sticks
Hard Plastic Clamshell Packaging
Laundry Baskets
Legos Bricks
Alternative ways to recycle
Lunchables Packaging
Motor Oil Containers (Empty)
Newspaper Bags
Packing Peanuts
Pallet or Stretch Wrap
Plastic #3 (PVC)
Plastic #4 (LDPE)
Plastic #5 (Polypropylene)
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic #7 (Other)
Plastic Air Pillows
Plastic Bags
Plastic Caps
Plastic Cups
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Eggs
Plastic Food Pouches
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Food Storage Containers
Plastic Furniture
Plastic Lids
Plastic Plates
Plastic Tablecloths
Plastic Toys
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Utensils
Plastic Wrap
Pool Noodles
Produce Bags
Rigid Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)
Roll-On Deodorant
Alternative ways to recycle
Straws
Takeout Containers (Foam)
Alternative ways to recycle
Takeout Containers (Plastic)
Tape & Tape Dispensers
Tarps
Alternative ways to recycle
Toilet Paper Wrap
Tyvek / Express-Mail Envelopes
VHS Tapes
Alternative ways to recycle
Vinyl Records
Water Filters
Alternative ways to recycle
Yogurt Cups
Alternative ways to recycle
Ziploc Bags
Electronics
Christmas Lights
Alternative ways to recycle
E-Cigarettes
Small Appliances
Watches
Alternative ways to recycle
Paper
Cigarettes & Packs
Milk & Juice Cartons
Paper Cups
Paper Mache
Paper Napkins
Paper Receipts
Paper Towels
Parchment Paper
Photographs
Alternative ways to recycle
Shredded Paper
Tissue Paper
Wax Paper
Waxed Cardboard
Alternative ways to recycle
Wrapping Paper
Metal
Coat Hangers (Wire)
Cookware
Keys
Alternative ways to recycle
Paint Cans (Empty)
Razor Blades
Alternative ways to recycle
Tools
Utensils
Glass
Broken Glass
Glassware
Light Bulbs (Incandescent)
Pyrex
Textiles
Bedding
Clothing & Textiles
Alternative ways to recycle
Face Masks
Alternative ways to recycle
Pillows & Cushions
Alternative ways to recycle
Shoes
Alternative ways to recycle
Wetsuits
Alternative ways to recycle
Wood
Coat Hangers (Wood)
Fiberboard
Pencils
Arts & Crafts
Crayons
Alternative ways to recycle
Musical Instruments
Alternative ways to recycle
Paper Mache
Pencils
Pens & Markers
Alternative ways to recycle
Rubber Bands
Tape & Tape Dispensers
Automotive
Motor Oil Containers (Empty)
Windshield Wipers
Bathroom
Brushes & Combs
Contact Lenses
Alternative ways to recycle
Cosmetics
Alternative ways to recycle
Cotton Swabs
Hair
Alternative ways to recycle
Razor Blades
Alternative ways to recycle
Roll-On Deodorant
Alternative ways to recycle
Soap
Alternative ways to recycle
Toothbrushes
Alternative ways to recycle
Toothpaste Tubes
Alternative ways to recycle
Cleaning
Air Filters
Cleaning Products
Rubber Gloves
Shoe Polish
Soap
Alternative ways to recycle
Vacuum Cleaner Bags
Wipes
Construction
Air Filters
Paint Cans (Empty)
Tools
Food Packaging
Bread Bags
Bubble Wrap
Candy Wrappers
Cereal Bags & Box Liners
Coffee Bags
Coffee Pods & Capsules
Alternative ways to recycle
Compostable Cups, Plates & Utensils
Corks
Alternative ways to recycle
Drink Pouches
Alternative ways to recycle
Egg Cartons (Foam)
Alternative ways to recycle
Egg Cartons (Plastic)
Energy Bar Wrappers
Alternative ways to recycle
Frozen Food Bags
Frozen Food Boxes
Frozen Food Trays
Hard Plastic Clamshell Packaging
Juice Boxes
Lunchables Packaging
Meat Packaging
Mesh Bags
Milk & Juice Cartons
Nut Cans
Paper Cups
Plastic #3 (PVC)
Plastic #4 (LDPE)
Plastic #5 (Polypropylene)
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic #7 (Other)
Plastic Caps
Plastic Food Pouches
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Food Storage Containers
Plastic Lids
Popcorn Bags
Potato Chip & Snack Bags
Rigid Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)
Takeout Containers (Foam)
Alternative ways to recycle
Takeout Containers (Plastic)
Waxed Cardboard
Alternative ways to recycle
Yogurt Cups
Alternative ways to recycle
General Packaging
Blister Packs (Pills, Gum)
Bubble Wrap
Case Wrap
Diaper Packaging
Dry Cleaning Bags
Foam Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)
Hard Plastic Clamshell Packaging
Packing Peanuts
Padded Envelopes
Pallet or Stretch Wrap
Plastic #3 (PVC)
Plastic #4 (LDPE)
Plastic #5 (Polypropylene)
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic #7 (Other)
Plastic Air Pillows
Plastic Caps
Screw Caps
Silica Packets
Toilet Paper Wrap
Tyvek / Express-Mail Envelopes
Holiday
Balloons
Christmas Lights
Alternative ways to recycle
Confetti
Glow Sticks
Party Favors & Decorations
Plastic Eggs
Plastic Plates
Tinsel
Tissue Paper
Wrapping Paper
Wreaths
Home Decor
Artificial Flowers
Bedding
Candles
Clothing & Textiles
Alternative ways to recycle
Photographs
Alternative ways to recycle
Pillows & Cushions
Alternative ways to recycle
Plant Pots & Planters
Straw
Trophies & Medals
Alternative ways to recycle
Kids
Balloons
Candy Wrappers
Crayons
Alternative ways to recycle
Diaper Packaging
Diapers
Drink Pouches
Alternative ways to recycle
Glow Sticks
Juice Boxes
Legos Bricks
Alternative ways to recycle
Lunchables Packaging
Musical Instruments
Alternative ways to recycle
Paper Cups
Paper Mache
Pencils
Pens & Markers
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Cups
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Toys
Alternative ways to recycle
Pool Noodles
Tape & Tape Dispensers
Trophies & Medals
Alternative ways to recycle
Kitchen
Cookware
Corks
Alternative ways to recycle
Dishes and Ceramics
Glassware
Ice Packs
Alternative ways to recycle
Paper Napkins
Paper Towels
Parchment Paper
Plastic Cups
Alternative ways to recycle
Plastic Plates
Plastic Utensils
Plastic Wrap
Produce Bags
Pyrex
Reusable Shopping Bags
Alternative ways to recycle
Utensils
Water Filters
Alternative ways to recycle
Wax Paper
Ziploc Bags
Medical
Blister Packs (Pills, Gum)
Contact Lenses
Alternative ways to recycle
Eyeglasses
Face Masks
Alternative ways to recycle
Latex Gloves
Alternative ways to recycle
Office
Binders
Padded Envelopes
Pencils
Pens & Markers
Alternative ways to recycle
Rubber Bands
Tape & Tape Dispensers
Outside
Bicycle Helmets
Bike Inner Tubes
Alternative ways to recycle
Binoculars
Alternative ways to recycle
Bungee Cords
Campaign Signs
Charcoal & Ash
Fiberboard
Garden Hoses
Golf Balls
Alternative ways to recycle
Shoes
Alternative ways to recycle
Sports Equipment
Alternative ways to recycle
Tarps
Alternative ways to recycle
Umbrellas
Wetsuits
Alternative ways to recycle
Pets
Kitty Litter
Pet Food
Pet Food Bags
Alternative ways to recycle
About the IWMA
IWMA Holiday Calendar
Ordinances
Technical Advisory Committee
Government Transparency
Useful Phone Numbers
Online Resources
Board of Directors
Board Agendas & Minutes
Board Meeting Agenda Notifications
Executive Committee Meetings
FAQ
Residents
Service Providers
Landfill/Transfer Stations
Household Hazardous Waste Facilities
SLO Take Back Program
Food Waste
Home Composting
Worm Farms
Grasscycling
Shifting to Reusable Bags
How to Get Involved
For Parents & Kids
Responsible Consuming
Donation Locations
Reuse
Med-Project Medication Education & Disposal
Recycling Resources
Business
Business Hazardous and Universal Waste
Retail Take-Back Program
Recycling in the Workplace
Commercial Recycling Law (AB 341)
Commercial Organics Recycling Law (AB 1826)
Multi-Family/Apartments
Recycling Market Development Zone
Construction & Demolition
Recycling @ Special Events
Classroom Programs
Introduction to Recycling
Recycling Field Trip
Vermicomposting
The Treemendous Paper Tale
Hidden Hazards
Zero Waste 101
Schedule a Program
Meet Our Team
Teacher and Student Testimonials
Program Feedback Form
Teacher Resources
Lesson Plans and Activities
Recycling
Videos
Composting
Sustainability
Polystyrene
Polystyrene Ordinance
Polystyrene Replacement Products