Organic Waste Recycling
Workshops & Events
The City of San Diego is pleased to provide a series of free informational presentations for City-serviced residents about the Organic Waste Recycling program and the new green bin and collection schedule. Please note that these are informational presentations only, and not where residents pick up green bins or kitchen pails.
These presentations are offered as virtual Zoom webinars or in-person workshops at select locations. In-person workshops will offer free compost for your garden and other giveaways. City-serviced residents are encouraged to register after they have received their official notifications from the City that their home will be receiving a green bin.
We hope to see you there!
Edible Food Recovery from Businesses
Curbside Organic Waste Recycling Guide
Food Hacks That Prevent Waste Workshop
10:30am - 12:00pm, Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library
Nearly 40% of food produced worldwide is wasted. You can help change this statistic by making small changes to your daily life and habits. Join this workshop presented by Solana Center for Environmental Innovation at the Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library to learn how to decode food labels, get tips to prevent food waste and make the most of food scraps in your kitchen. Rescue your food and your wallet!
Master Composter Course
9:00am - 12:00pm, Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum
Become an expert in composting! The Master Composter course provides lectures, demonstrations and hands-on training in the art and science of composting and soil management through five classes.
Classes will be held on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to noon, starting September 13 at the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum in Balboa Park. More details and registration available here.
Interpretation services are available upon request. Please indicate language preferences during registration at least 3 days in advance of the event. Language accommodation may not be guaranteed if requested within 3 days of the event.
If you have special language needs and require additional assistance, please email sdrecyclingworks@sandiego.gov or call 858-694-7000.