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Fall 2024 | Issue 60 | City of Irvine Environmental Programs
Promoting Environmental Awareness in the City of Irvine
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Recycle Your Food Waste with Compostable Bags
The City of Irvine has taken a significant step toward sustainability by allowing compostable bags in the green bin. Residents can now conveniently dispose of organic materials such as food scraps and lawn clippings using these eco-friendly bags.
This initiative not only simplifies waste disposal but also enhances the City's composting efforts, turning organic waste into valuable compost. By adopting this green approach, Irvine continues to lead the way in environmental stewardship, making it easier for everyone to contribute to a cleaner, greener community. For more information on organic waste recycling, visit cityofirvine.org/sb1383.
Watch these videos to learn more:
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Swap Out Your Single-Use Plastics
The City of Irvine is actively educating the community on how businesses, residents, and City facilities can replace single-use plastics with reusable or non-plastic items. Doing so reduces business costs, attracts new customers, and improves ecological health and sustainability.
Find recommendations for food and beverage foodware in the new Plastic Alternative Guide.
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 Stay Informed on the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill
The City of Irvine and Orange County Waste & Recycling (OCWR) are hosting an informational meeting about the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill Wednesday, September 18, from 6–7 p.m. at Portola Springs Community Center. Listen, learn, and ask questions about the current and future landfill operations. Topics to be addressed include:
- Frank R. Bowerman Landfill Overview
- Landfill Permitting and Regulations
- OCWR Good Neighbor Program
- Upcoming Closure of the Olinda Alpha Landfill
- Bowerman Landfill Alternate Access
For more information, contact Ryan Ramos at rramos@cityofirvine.org. For more information about the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill, visit oclandfills.com.
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Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with XeroHome
The City of Irvine, in partnership with Southern California Edison, is proud to offer its residents access to XeroHome, a free program that helps single-family homeowners identify ways to reduce their home energy bills and lower their carbon footprint. This online tool helps residents develop personalized plans to make their homes more energy efficient and easily find local, state, and federal rebates to help make energy upgrades possible.
Irvine residents can use the site to find which energy upgrades are best suited for their home — including energy efficiency, insulation, electrification, or rooftop solar options — and explore any combinations of those for their household.
To start, visit xerohome.com and enter your home address.
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Save Money with the Mulch Madness Giveaway
Go crazy with mulch this season and get 50% off your purchase, thanks to Irvine Ranch Water District's (IRWD) Mulch Madness incentive program in partnership with Tierra Verde Industries at the Great Park.
IRWD is offering customers this special discount to encourage everyone to mulch up their yards for greater water savings and healthier soil. Mulch helps conserve water by reducing evaporation, allowing water to be held in the soil for longer.
Fill out the form to apply for your 50% off Mulch Madness coupon today!
IRWD Events & Classes
It’s easy to turn your landscape, garden, or outdoor space into a water-saving oasis when you attend an informative IRWD workshop. Learn about IRWD events and classes at irwd.com/events.
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Join the Irvine Green Business Program
As summer comes to an end, there is no better time to embrace new beginnings and adopt sustainable practices. Join the City of Irvine Green Business Program, an incredible opportunity for your business to stand out as an eco-conscious leader this fall.
This program is free and voluntary for Irvine businesses in most sectors, including home offices. Benefits include up to $500 in funding (available on a first-come, first-served basis).
Imagine receiving free environmental consulting and earning a badge of honor that proudly displays your commitment to a greener future — all while making your business more efficient, profitable, and sustainable. Explore the details and check out the businesses that have already achieved their Green Certification here.
Contact scassidygreenbusiness@gmail.com for more details.
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Upcoming Environmental Programs Events
Select the event titles below for more information.
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