PLASTIC FREE JULY

Are you up for the challenge?

Plastic Free July is an initiative that encourages people to work towards a plastic-free world. Plastics do not biodegrade. Instead, they break down into smaller particles called microplastics, which are harmful to our health and environment. We can help reduce plastic waste by making small changes to our everyday habits, such as refusing single-use items and switching to reusable items. For more #PlasticFreeJuly tips, check out the Plastic Free July page.

SUMMER'S HEATING UP, BUT LET'S KEEP THE HEAT OUT OF THE TRUCKS!

It’s not just the summer sun raising temperatures. Fires inside trash, recycling and organics trucks are on the rise. Items like coals, batteries, electronics and household chemicals can combust when they’re tossed in curbside carts not meant for hazardous material.

Our collection crews work inches from these hazards every day, and your choices at the curb help protect their safety and the safety of workers at our processing facilities. Before you toss anything that sparks, smokes or reacts, take a moment to check our Hazardous Waste 101 webpage for examples of combustibles and no-cost disposal options. Keep the heat on the grill, not in the truck.

Hazardous Waste 101

JULY LB FIXIT CLINIC

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Noon to 3 pm

Sports Basement

2100 N. Bellflower Blvd.

Accessibility Note: This venue provides elevator access to the event space. Ample on-site parking is available, and convenient access to public transportation is provided via Long Beach Transit Routes 91-94.

Let's Fixit!

Let’s work together to repair, reuse and reduce waste while building a more sustainable Long Beach! The City is hosting the next Long Beach Fixit Clinic at no cost, where you can work alongside volunteer Fixit Coaches to understand how your broken item functions and how it might be fixed.

Interested in volunteering?

Join the team! Volunteers, also known as Fixit Coaches, support residents during hands-on, guided repair workshops by sharing their time, tool expertise, and knowledge, helping residents learn valuable repair skills. You may also support the run-of-show day-of if fixing isn't your thing. Find more information on the linked volunteer interest form.

Accepted:

Electronics
Bicycles
Small appliances
Clothes
Toys
Items small enough to carry into the event

NOT accepted:

Smart TVs
Jewelry
Cell Phones
Tablets
Computer Software
Any Mac or Apple products
Printers
Electronic screens of any type
Large appliances

Learn More

UPCOMING EVENTS

Promotional banner for HHW and E-Waste Events

EDCO Recycling and Transfer HHW & E-Waste Drop-off has a new schedule!

The EDCO HHW and E-Waste drop‑off schedule has changed. Please review the updated dates to ensure your next visit aligns with them.

More dates and alternative drop‑off options are available on our website.

What's Accepted:

Electronic waste
Household hazardous waste
Used tires
Used motor oil & filters

Upcoming Dates:

July 11, 2026
August 8, 2026
September 12, 2026
September 26, 2026
October 24, 2026
November 14, 2026
December 12, 2026

Time: 9 am to 2 pm

View more dates & safe disposal options

HOLIDAY REMINDERS

View Holiday Collection Schedule

Celebrate Safely

In order to keep City residents and visitors safe this 4th of July, all personal fireworks, even those deemed “Safe and Sane” are illegal and should not be used. Not only do fireworks contribute to noise pollution, but they also create waste and litter. Help keep Long Beach litter-free by attending a professional show instead.

Check Out Professional Shows in LB

Help Keep LB Litter Free

The City of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM), alongside the Department of Public Works’ Litter Free Long Beach, Long Beach Fire Department Junior Lifeguards and community partners including Aquarium of the Pacific and various neighborhood and community associations, will host a post-Independence Day beach and park cleanup on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 9 to 11 a.m. As Long Beach gears up to celebrate the 250th of the United States of America, community members are encouraged to participate in the Independence from Litter cleanup after the big celebration.

This is a drop-in volunteer opportunity with no registration required. Gloves and trash bags will be provided to volunteers at each site, though participants are encouraged to bring their own reusable supplies, such as work gloves, buckets and grabbers to limit waste. Parking in City lots will be free for volunteers for the duration of the cleanup.

@LBRecycles