Seed, Sprout, Spectacular: Tips for Starting Your Garden From Scratch
As the spring flowers start to appear and the days get longer, the urge to dig in the dirt returns. But you don’t have to
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.
Think recycling plastic is straightforward? It’s not. From confusing resin codes and limited curbside acceptance to the economics of recycling and contamination pitfalls, learn why not all plastics can be recycled—and what that means for you.
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.
Get tips on backyard composting and how curbside collection of organics recycling (or compost) is being introduced to our communities.
As the spring flowers start to appear and the days get longer, the urge to dig in the dirt returns. But you don’t have to
Here’s a number that should make you uncomfortable: the global economy is only 7.2% circular. That means that for every 100 pounds of steel, plastic,
When your phone screen cracks or your laptop battery dies, what do you do? For years, most people just bought a new one. Companies made
Do you have a box of old electrical wires and cables lying in a corner of your house? You’re not alone. According to the UN’s
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Want more? You’ll find a full archive of news articles on our Recycling News page.
Many of our communities offer convenient curbside collection of trash, recycling, and organics. There are also drop-off locations throughout San Bernardino County.
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.