Business

May contain: bottle, cup, and disposable cup

Business Hazardous and Universal Waste

The IWMA has programs to help businesses manage their hazardous and universal waste. State and Federal laws govern these programs and restrictions…

May contain: furniture, table, computer, electronics, desk, laptop, pc, computer hardware, hardware, monitor, and screen

Recycling in the Workplace

Recycling in the workplace can save a business money and also make for a happier team. It’s just as important as recycling at home because nearly half…

Mandatory Commercial Recycling (AB 341)

AB 341 requires businesses to implement a recycling program if they are generating four cubic yards or more of solid waste per week. The IWMA has a…

Commercial Organics Recycling Law (AB 1826)

AB 1826 requires businesses to recycle their organic waste. This includes both public and private businesses. CalRecycle has made the determination…

AB 827

Businesses that provide food to customers that self-bus, must provide separate, recycling, and food collection containers front-of-house. For…

Polystyrene Ordinance

*Businesses must provide documentation and file for an exemption.

May contain: kiosk, transportation, truck, vehicle, car, and person

Multi-Family (Apts., Condos, Mobile Homes)

Call 805-782-8530 for a FREE recycling assessment and we will guide you through three simple steps:

Recycling Market Development Zone

San Luis Obispo County has been designated as a Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ). Your business may be eligible for a RMDZ loan if you are…

Construction & Demolition Guidelines

California’s Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) requires the diversion of at least 65 percent of the construction waste generated during most “…

May contain: home decor, linen, indoors, restaurant, dining table, furniture, table, and chair

Recycling at Special Events

Celebratory events such as baby showers and weddings typically produce enduring memories and, unfortunately, substantial amounts of long-lasting trash…

Cart/Bin Cleaning Services

If you own or operate a cart/bin cleaning service and would like to be added to our website, please call and/or email the IWMA at 805-782-8530 or iwma…

California Redemption Value (CRV)

AB 1276 (Carrillo) Single-Use Foodware Accessories and Standard Condiments

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in most of our County’s food facilities serving to-go meals and only offering single-use foodware. Though the country…

May contain: animal, crawdad, food, invertebrate, sea life, and seafood

List Your Restaurant as an Ocean Friendly Restaurant

The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean and quotes research numbers of 5.25 trillion pieces of…

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