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.
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Put a Stop to Unwanted Phone Books
May 22, 2017 by Leslie Robinson - Reduce & ReuseIf you no longer use a phone book and don’t want one delivered to your home or business, check out this new video by the Product Stewardship Institute. Then easily opt-out of receiving future books. Read more...
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Recycling Centers Available Countywide for Motor Oil and Filters
May 16, 2017 by Leslie Robinson - Hazardous Waste Recycling/DisposalWith summer soon upon us, make sure your vehicle is in top shape for upcoming vacation travel. If you change your own oil, recycle it at no charge at one of over 50 drop-off locations in the County. And don't forget your oil filters! Read more...
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Mini Composting Workshops this Thursday at SBCC's Earth Day Event
April 17, 2017 by Sam Dickinson - Yard WasteJoin us this Thursday, April 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for free mini composting workshops at Santa Barbara City College's Earth Day Event. Learn all about the benefits of composting food scraps and other organics at home. Read more...
