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Do You Know Where Your Recycling Goes in SLO County?

Everyone knows recycling goes in your blue bin, whether it's at home, at work, or when you're walking around town (no plastic bags please!)

But, do you know what happens when recycling goes "away"? There are plenty of misconceptions and tall tales about recycling, but we're here to tell you that it works. A lot. Recycling keeps thousands of tons of material out of the landfill each month in SLO County alone. And almost all of that material stays domestic, getting turned into new bottles, cans and other items right here in the United States. 

Don't believe us? Have a look at this map to learn about the next life of your recycling. And thanks for doing your part!

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IWMA Solid Waste Management Fees Updated

At their regular meeting on June 10, 2026, the San Luis Obispo Intergrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) Board of Directors voted unanimously to adjust their Solid Waste Management Fee to 2.1% for all commercial and residential customers, effective July 1, 2026. This change will be reflected as of July 1, 2026 on all invoices. Any questions about this change may be directed via email to [email protected].

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Cartons Are Now Recyclable in SLO County!

Exciting news: We are now able to accept all kinds of food grade cartons in our recycling stream! Rinse them out, leave the lids attached, and add them to your blue bin - an easy way to keep another common household item out of the landfill. The cartons we collect will be processed here in California, and turned into building insulation material, similar to drywall. Unfortunately, only cartons similar to those pictured below are elgible for this program. Other similar items such as ice cream containers and paper cups use different materials in their insulation layers, so we are unable to accept them at this time. 
 

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Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) Annual SB1383 Newsletter

As required by California Senate Bill 1383 (SB1383) we are providing an annual informational notice regarding solid waste, recycling and organics/green waste diversion efforts here in SLO County, as prepared by the Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA). Please find the report included below. You can also view the updated 2026 Quick Guides to waste diversion here o léelo aquí. If you have any questions about the contents of this information, you may contact the IWMA at (805) 782-8530. 
Thank you for your assistance keeping SLO County green and clean! 
In partnership, 
San Luis Garbage and the IWMA

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San Luis Garbage, South County Sanitary, Mission Country Disposal and Morro Bay Garbage are commited to the communities they serve in SLO County.  In the News section, we publish information about service updates, community events, and useful information about safe recycling and disposal.

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