Welcome to LessIsMore.org

This site is the ultimate waste reduction resource for residents of Santa Barbara County. Knowing what to reduce, reuse and recycle can be tough. What goes where and why? For a quick answer, watch our video. You can also use our search tool to look up a particular item that you're not sure what to do with. Or peruse the tabs above to learn more about hazardous waste, electronics recycling, home composting and much more.

Free Hazardous Waste Events in October

September 20, 2016 by Leslie Robinson - Electronics

If you’re tired of seeing those old paint cans in the garage or that old jug of used motor oil in the back shed, bring them to an upcoming household hazardous waste collection event. The County is holding two events in October – on Saturday, October 1 in New Cuyama and on Sunday, October 2 in the Santa Ynez Valley. Read more...
Santa Barbara Police Department Installs New Drug Disposal Bin

July 21, 2016 by Leslie Robinson - Hazardous Waste Recycling/Disposal

South Coast residents now have another way to safely dispose of their unwanted household medications. The drop-box is located in the Police Department lobby at 215 E. Figueroa Street in downtown Santa Barbara. Read more...
County Passes Safe Med Disposal Ordinance

June 23, 2016 by Leslie Robinson - Policies

On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors approved the second reading of the County's Safe Medication Disposal EPR Ordinance, which will require drug producers to design, implement, and fund a convenient collection and disposal program for unwanted medications sold in the county. Read more...