The Sort Report Fall 2026

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In this edition of the IWMA's quarterly newsletter, The Sort Report, we're getting ready for a cozy fall. Read about how to reuse and recycle your Halloween pumpkin, make a zero-waste potpourri, and more!

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How to Dispose of Your Halloween Pumpkin

Just like all food waste, pumpkins can go in your green organics bin, where they will be taken to a local facility and turned into organic compost!

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Scrappy Potpourri

Are you looking for new ways to make your home cozy this fall season? Try saving your cooking scraps for a simmer pot-- a stovetop potpourri that will…

Residential Household Hazardous Waste Events at Cuesta College

Residents of San Luis Obispo County are invited to safely dispose of their household hazardous waste (HHW) at our upcoming temporary collection events…

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Packaging Face-Off: Snack Packaging

The grocery store snack aisle is filled with a variety of packages, designed to make snacks appealing and shelf-stable. But different materials need…

Zero Waste Halloween Decor

Spooky season is here, and many of us are starting to decorate our spaces for Halloween! Here are some quick tips to get in the festive spirit without…

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