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March 2026
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LA County HHW and E-waste Collection Event
A free drive-through Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste collection event is
scheduled 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 7, rain or shine at the 1300 block of Bridge
Gate next to the Kaiser medical offices.
To participate, put your items in a box or disposable container and place them in your
vehicle's trunk or pickup bed. LA County event staff will remove the box(es) from your
vehicle. Please limit waste to 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip.
For more information and a complete list of acceptable items, visit the LA County
Public Works website or call 888-CleanLA (253-2652).
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Food Waste Prevention Week Challenge
Preventing food waste is essential for conserving resources and reducing
environmental impact, as discarded food contributes to greenhouse gas emissions
and wasted water, energy, and land. Minimizing food waste helps people and
businesses save money, supports sustainable food production practices, and
promotes a more efficient and equitable food system.
During April 4-11, share how you reduce and reuse food waste with the City of
Diamond Bar for a chance to win a Food Waste Champion Swag Bag.
Here are a few resources to get started and ready for the Food Waste Prevention
Challenge:
o EPA
o Stop Food Waste Day :
o StopWaste.Org: https://www.stopwaste.org/at-home/reduce-and-
reuse/reduce-wasted-food-at-home
o Zero Waste Chef: https://zerowastechef.com
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Earth Day Celebration 2026
The annual Earth Day celebration event will be held 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 25,
at the South Coast Air Quality Management District parking lot, located at 21865
Copley Dr.
The event will have a variety of educational workshops, vendor booths, community
performances, free paper shredding, and electronic and textile waste recycling. It's a
day filled with fun and learning for the whole family, so mark your calendars!
For more information visit the City's website or contact 909-839-7015.
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How to Reduce Microplastics in Your Kitchen
Plastic cutting boards can release tiny plastic fragments, known as microplastics, into
food during routine chopping and slicing, according to a recent article by the
Environmental Working Group. Wear and tear from repeated use increases the
amount released.
In one study, researchers found that cutting carrots on plastic boards released
thousands of microplastic particles per use, which could accumulate over time.
Microplastics have been detected in human tissues, raising concerns among scientists
about potential health effects.
To reduce exposure, experts recommend switching to non-plastic cutting boards
made of wood, bamboo, glass or marble. Other steps include limiting the use of
plastic kitchen tools, heating food in glass containers instead of plastic, filtering
drinking water, and regularly cleaning kitchen surfaces to reduce plastic dust.
Contact Information
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City of Diamond Bar
Environmental Services Team
21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
909-839-7000 | greendb@diamondbarca.gov
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Environmental Services Team at 909-839-7015
or greendb@diamondbarca.gov.
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