6 Tips for Buying a Used Electric Vehicle
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October 3, 2023
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Recycling Authority
The Mojave Desert and Mountain Recycling Authority (Authority) is a joint powers authority organized under California Government Code Section 6500. Comprised of nine members, we share the authority to plan and implement recycling, composting, reuse and zero waste programs in the High Desert and Mountain area of San Bernardino County.
The Authority is comprised of representatives from Adelanto, Apple Valley, Barstow, Big Bear Lake, Needles, San Bernardino County, Twentynine Palms, Victorville, and Yucca Valley. Learn more about the Authority.
RECYCLING
Learn what type of items are recyclable curbside or at a local drop-off center, how to properly prepare material for recycling, and why it’s so important.
ORGANICS RECYCLING
Get tips on backyard composting and how curbside collection of organics recycling (or compost) is being introduced to our communities.
Recycling News
HDPE toothpaste tube recyclability claim questioned
HDPE toothpaste tube recyclability claim questioned The 100% HDPE toothpaste tubes used by some brands and marketed as recyclable are under fire from a consumer
October 1, 2023
Lego Ends Plans to Make Bricks from Recycled Plastic Bottles
After years of testing, Lego announced that it would be dropping its plans to make its popular bricks from recycled plastic bottles.
September 29, 2023
Picture Books for Budding Environmentalists
It is never too early for children to learn about the environment and how to… The post Picture Books for Budding Environmentalists appeared first on
September 14, 2023
Increasing the Circularity of #1 Plastic (PET) Recycling
Here’s a trick question. Can #1 plastics — otherwise known as PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastics… The post Increasing the Circularity of #1 Plastic (PET) Recycling
September 5, 2023
Garden Guidance: Turn Your Yard Into a Pollinator Paradise
Did you know that almost all of the world’s plants need to be pollinated? Birds,… The post Garden Guidance: Turn Your Yard Into a Pollinator
August 31, 2023
Want more? You’ll find a full archive of news articles on our Recycling News page.
High Desert Area Recycling Programs
Many of our communities offer convenient curbside collection of trash, recycling, and organics. There are also drop-off locations throughout San Bernardino County.
Board Agendas
The Authority board meetings are held quarterly on the second Thursday of February, May, August and November. You can download agendas from our most recent meetings below.
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