Articles by Kaitlyn Haberlin:
Did you know that used motor oil and oil filters are recyclable?
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Used oil and oil filters are hazardous waste, but thankfully, they are completely recyclable when disposed of correctly! Don’t dump your used oil and filters. Click here for recycling information and collection locations throughout the County. Read more...
CD’s, DVD’s, and Old Tapes Now Accepted at County Facilities!
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CD’s, DVD’s, and unused audio and video cassette tapes are once again locally recyclable! For many years, local recycling options for these materials were limited. With streaming services now dominating the market, many folks want to recycle their old disks, but didn’t have a place to go. Now, we can accept disks and other video […] Read more...
“Less Is More” Guide Hot Off the Press
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The newest edition of our “Less Is More” Waste Reduction Guide for Santa Barbara County is now available in hard copy and online. Essentially a printed version of our Less Is More website, the Guide provides tons of helpful information for local residents. Get your free copy today! Read more...
Storm Related Updates from the RRWMD
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SPECIAL NOTICE: Waste collection service from residents and businesses in Montecito who are typically serviced on Tuesdays will be postponed to Saturday due to widespread flooding in the area. Click here for more updates from the RRWMD regarding recent weather events. Read more...
Spring 2023 Green Gardener Certification Classes!
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Join the Green Gardener Program! Students can attend in person or virtually. Classes are free through SBCC’s School of Extended Learning. Check out this article to learn more. Read more...
Waste Reduction In Action! January 2023 – CA Coast Naturals
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CA Coast Naturals is a family owned and operated businesses hidden on the Gaviota Coast. The Makela family has been growing olives for over 40 years; however, the family’s history with local farming goes much further back. Craig Makela, the President and owner of CA Coast Naturals and Oleavicin, is the great grandson of the […] Read more...
Christmas Tree Recycling
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It’s that time again! Either have your tree picked up by your trash hauler or drop it off at a free collection site. Just remember to cut trees over 6-feet tall and remove all ornaments, tinsel, and stands prior to recycling. Read more...
Be Aware of Proper Battery Disposal this Holiday Season
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Batteries contain hazardous metals and corrosive materials that pose serious fire, health, and safety threats when improperly discarded. Batteries are considered hazardous waste in California and should NEVER be placed in a trash or recycling bin. Luckily, proper battery recycling is easy in Santa Barbara County! Read more...
AB 1276 – Single-Use Foodware Accessories and Standard Condiments
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AB 1276 builds on California’s existing efforts to combat waste from single-use items. Providing food and beverage accessories only upon request to customers will significantly reduce unnecessary waste and save businesses and local governments money. Read more...
Lions, Bears, and Bobcats, Oh My!
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Santa Barbara County’s Baron Ranch is filled with all kinds of wildlife, and human hikers too! We have special cameras to help monitor wildlife here. In this article we share some of our favorite photos. Read more...
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Authors
- Alan Nakashima
- Carlyle Johnston
- Jody Rundle
- Kaitlyn Haberlin
- Leslie Robinson
- Mackie Forgey
- Sam Dickinson
- Tom Chiarodit
- Tori Kampmann