San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority

San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority We are a joint powers authority of county-wide officials, helping residents & businesses manage waste, recycling, and compost in SLO County.

🌊 Plastic pollution can break down into tiny particles called microplastics that can end up in our oceans, waterways, an...
06/11/2026

🌊 Plastic pollution can break down into tiny particles called microplastics that can end up in our oceans, waterways, and environment.

You can help by:

♻️ Recycling accepted materials properly
🛍️ Choosing reusable bags, bottles, and containers when possible
🚯 Preventing litter and picking up trash when you see it
đźšš Securing loads during transport

Small actions add up and help protect our coast for future generations.

🌱 We're Hiring!The San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) is seeking a Summer Intern to sup...
06/09/2026

🌱 We're Hiring!

The San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) is seeking a Summer Intern to support sustainability, recycling, waste reduction, and public outreach programs throughout SLO County.

This is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in environmental studies, sustainability, communications, public administration, or related fields who are looking to gain hands-on experience with a local public agency.

Position Details:
• Approximately 10 hours per week
• Hybrid, SLO County-based
• $20 per hour
• Through August 31, 2026

To learn more and apply, visit the Employment Opportunities page on our website.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with students, recent graduates, and anyone interested in environmental stewardship and public service.

World Environment Day is a reminder that small everyday choices can add up.Reducing waste, recycling correctly, keeping ...
06/05/2026

World Environment Day is a reminder that small everyday choices can add up.

Reducing waste, recycling correctly, keeping food scraps out of the landfill, using reusables, and properly disposing of household hazardous waste all help protect our local environment.

This week, choose one small action:
Bring a reusable bottle
Skip single-use items when possible
Sort waste correctly
Use your green cart for food scraps
Take batteries, paint, and chemicals to HHW

Small habits. Bigger impact.

Where do batteries go?Batteries should never be placed in your trash or recycling cart. They can create fire risks durin...
06/03/2026

Where do batteries go?

Batteries should never be placed in your trash or recycling cart. They can create fire risks during collection, transportation, and sorting, especially lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries.

Instead, take household batteries to a proper battery drop-off location or Household Hazardous Waste facility.

We’ve linked local take-back program information here: https://www.iwma.com/retail-take-back-for-consumers

Small item. Big safety impact.

It’s official!🎉 The IWMA’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan has been finalized.Adopted by the IWMA Board of Directors on May 13,...
06/02/2026

It’s official!🎉 The IWMA’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan has been finalized.

Adopted by the IWMA Board of Directors on May 13, 2026, this plan will help guide our agency’s work over the next five years, including goals and priorities around waste reduction, recycling, organics, household hazardous waste, education, and regional collaboration.

A big thank you to everyone who shared feedback and participated in the stakeholder engagement process. Your input helped shape the direction of this plan, and we’re excited to move this work forward. View the link in our bio!

School’s almost out, which means backpacks, cubbies, desks, and lunch bags may be ready for a clean-out.Before tossing e...
05/28/2026

School’s almost out, which means backpacks, cubbies, desks, and lunch bags may be ready for a clean-out.

Before tossing everything, take a minute to sort:

Gently used backpacks, clothes, lunch boxes, books, and school supplies can often be donated or reused.

Clean paper, cardboard, empty bottles, and cans can go in the recycling bin.

Food wrappers, broken supplies, dried-out markers, and damaged items usually belong in the trash.

A quick end-of-school reset can keep usable items out of the landfill and help families start summer with less clutter.

Memorial Day weekend plans? A little sorting goes a long way.Whether you’re having a BBQ, heading to the beach, or packi...
05/22/2026

Memorial Day weekend plans? A little sorting goes a long way.

Whether you’re having a BBQ, heading to the beach, or packing up for a picnic, here are a few quick reminders:

Blue bin: clean paper and cardboard, rigid plastic, metal, and glass

Green bin: all food waste, food-soiled paper, and yard waste

Grey bin: styrofoam, milk cartons/paper cups, pet waste, soft plastics, and compostable plastics

Celebrate safely and sort smart.

Holiday HHW facility hours reminder:Heritage Ranch, Chicago Grade, Morro Bay, Nipomo, and Paso Robles Household Hazardou...
05/21/2026

Holiday HHW facility hours reminder:

Heritage Ranch, Chicago Grade, Morro Bay, Nipomo, and Paso Robles Household Hazardous Waste facilities will be closed for the holiday weekend.

Cold Canyon Landfill’s HHW and e-waste drop-off area will only be closed on Monday.

Please plan ahead before dropping off household hazardous waste items. Thank you for helping keep these materials out of the trash and properly disposed of.

05/20/2026

May is Bike Month in SLO County 🚲

Whether you’re biking to work, school, the farmers market, or just around town, a little planning can help cut down on waste too.

Bring a reusable water bottle, pack snacks in reusable containers, and keep a small bag with you for wrappers or waste until you find the right bin.

Small habits add up, on the road and at the bin.

Give your carts some personal space.Collection trucks need a little room to do their thing, so please place carts at lea...
05/19/2026

Give your carts some personal space.

Collection trucks need a little room to do their thing, so please place carts at least 3 feet apart and keep them away from cars, mailboxes, trees, and other obstacles when possible.

Think: room to breathe, room to lift, room to not cause a collection-day traffic jam.

Your carts may be close friends, but on pickup day they need boundaries.

Address

555 Chorro Street, Suite D-2
San Luis Obispo, CA
93405

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18057828530

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