3Rs – Glass Jars
We are big fans of REUSING materials and glass jars are a great example. Give those food jars a good cleaning, remove labels, dry thoroughly,
October 3, 2022
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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
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With fifty years of exploration on Mars completed, humans have already begun leaving their mark.
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Earth911 Inspiration: Autumn Is a Second Spring
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September 25, 2022
Earth911 Podcast: Westerlay Orchids’ Toine Overgaag on Making the Flower Business Sustainable
The flower industry has a heavy environmental footprint but some growers are changing their agricultural… The post Earth911 Podcast: Westerlay Orchids’ Toine Overgaag on Making
September 25, 2022
A DIY Face Wash Recipe Worthy of Cleaning Every Face
In this episode of Earth911TV, we spotlight a nifty DIY face wash recipe sure to eco-clean… The post A DIY Face Wash Recipe Worthy of Cleaning
September 25, 2022
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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