Happy New Year, LB! 🥳 Now is the time we’re all thinking about changing some of our habits and making resolutions. Setting goals to reduce waste and make sustainable choices can seem daunting but small steps can make a big impact over time. If you’re looking to make eco-conscious choices in 2023, here are four ways you can get started. Additional information and details are linked to our website.

Find more waste reduction and recycling tips on our social media pages @LBRecycles.   

The Environmental Services Bureau will be offering three in-person eight-week sessions of the Master Composter Recycler (MCR) Program this year. The free program is available for residents 18 years old and up to gain in-depth knowledge on waste reduction strategies, recycling, backyard composting, and vermicomposting systems.

Useful Links

The Long Beach Recycles website contains detailed information about the City's environmental programs and upcoming events. Information includes:

• What can and cannot be recycled in Long Beach
• A copy of our biannual The LB Recycler including the Fall 2022 issue
• See upcoming workshops and other community events happening in 2023

Upcoming Workshops

The City of Long Beach Environmental Services Bureau (ESB) hosts FREE workshops to teach residents about recycling, waste reduction, composting, and more. Workshops are offered in English and Spanish.

• Learn to Compost: We'll teach you how to set up and maintain a backyard compost bin and vermicompost (worm) bin, see what materials can or cannot be placed in your compost bin, and how to effectively use finished compost. 
• Reduce Waste at Home: Learn strategies to reduce food waste in the kitchen, save money, decrease junk mail, and reduce waste across the entire home.