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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEnviroLink - August 20241 Tara Reyes From:listserv@civicplus.com Sent:Thursday, August 1, 2024 10:32 AM To:Tara Reyes Subject:City of Diamond Bar EnviroLink- August 2024 CAUTION: This message originated outside of our City of Diamond Bar network. CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. August 2024 2 Residential Paper Shredding and E-Waste Collection This is a drive-thru event held on Saturday, August 10, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the AQMD parking lot at 21865 Copley Drive. o Paper shredding: Limit two banker-size boxes or two 13-gallon bags per household. Remove paper from three-ring binders, binder clips, notebooks, and vinyl folders. Envelopes, staples, and paper clips are accepted. Paper shredding will end early if trucks reach capacity before 1 PM. o E-waste: such as computers, cell phones, and TV's only; household hazardous waste such as lightbulbs, batteries, sharps, and wet paint are not accepted. 3 Small Business Hazardous Waste Disposal Program If you're a small business in Los Angeles County generating minimal hazardous waste, the Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Program offers a practical and affordable solution for your waste management needs. The VSQG Program provides cost- effective hazardous waste disposal for businesses. All businesses must have an EPA ID number to participate. If you do not have an ID number, you can obtain a temporary EPA ID number from the state. Qualifying businesses can safely dispose of their hazardous waste at designated S.A.F.E. Centers. 1. Book an Appointment: Disposal services are by appointment only. Call 310- 387-1071 or email 4HCESQG@cleanharbors.com to schedule your visit. 2. Prepare for Transport: When transporting to an S.A.F.E. Center, ensure your waste meets the Department of Transportation's hazardous materials regulations. Additional Services For sharps and medical waste disposal, Clean Harbors Healthcare Services offers a mail-back option. Contact sharpsmedicalmailbackkitrequests@cleanharbors.com or call 800-344-1864. Regular healthcare disposal services can be arranged via healthcare@cleanharbors.com. 4 For more information about the VSQG Program, visit LA Sanitation. The Environmental Benefits of Shopping Locally Supporting local businesses is crucial for community vitality and offers significant environmental benefits. o Reduced Carbon Footprint: By shopping locally, you can help reduce the environmental impact of transportation and packaging associated with goods produced and shipped from distant locations. o Energy Conservation: Local businesses operate on a smaller scale, requiring less energy for manufacturing, storage, and transportation compared to large corporations. o Strengthening the Local Economy: Local businesses are the backbone of our economy, providing jobs, generating tax revenue, and contributing to the vibrancy of our community. Diamond Bar has launched its newest initiative, Keep it Local: Shop Diamond Bar First, to encourage everyone who lives and works in town to support and invest in the community. During specified weeks each month, you can get 10% back in rewards on 5 purchases made at select eateries. The National Food Holidays promotion runs through November. To participate, download the free Open Rewards app create an account, be on the lookout for special promotions and opportunities to earn cashback all throughout the year! For more details, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/shoplocal or call the City Manager’s Office at (909) 839-7012. Understanding California’s Recycling Laws California has enacted several laws to promote environmental sustainability, each influencing how businesses manage waste. These initiatives are crucial for diverting waste from landfills, conserving resources, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. o AB 341 aims to increase recycling rates by requiring businesses, that generate more than four cubic yards of commercial solid waste per week to arrange for recycling services. o AB 1826 mandates businesses generating two cubic yards or more of commercial solid waste per week to arrange for organic waste recycling services. 6 o SB 1383 focuses on reducing organic waste disposal by 75% by the year 2025 and recovering at least 20% of edible food currently discarded. All restaurants must separate organic waste for recycling, and those who qualify must also establish programs to donate excess edible food to food recovery organizations. Visit the City’s website for more information on edible food recovery. o AB 827 mandates that businesses subject to AB 1826 and AB 341 provide customers with accessible recycling and organics collection bins for materials generated from on-site purchases. Establishments must ensure these bins are easily accessible, clearly marked with signage on proper sorting, and properly serviced to ensure materials are recycled. These laws are essential for reducing landfill waste, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, conserving natural resources, and addressing food insecurity. Complying with them involves developing waste management plans, training staff, and partnering with local food recovery and recycling services. For assistance, with educational materials, or staff training requests, contact Diamond Bar Environmental Services at (909) 839-7015 or email greedb@diamondbarca.gov. Find the application for free recycling bins to improve your business's recycling efforts. Save the Date America Recycles Day- November 16, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the AQMD parking lot at 21865 Copley Drive. Residential paper shredding, E-waste collection, textile recycling, and mulch giveaway Contact Information City of Diamond Bar | Environmental Services 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 For information about this newsletter, contact the City Manager's Office at (909) 839-7015 or greendb@diamondbarca.gov. If this newsletter was shared with you, sign up to receive your own copy at www.diamondbarca.gov/signup and select "EnviroLink Newsletter" 7 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via Email Copyright 2024 City of Diamond Bar. All Rights Reserved. 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 If you no longer wish to receive emails from us, you may Unsubscribe. Powered by Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.