News Release

City of Irvine
Public Information Office

1 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606
949-724-6029

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cool the Climate – Compost!

OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) will be participating in International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) from May 5-11, 2019. The focus of ICAW is to educate the public about the important benefits of recycling organic waste into compost.

Throughout the week, OCWR will raise awareness on the benefits of using compost to improve or maintain high quality soil, to grow healthy plants, reduce the use of fertilizer and pesticides, improve water quality, and protect the environment. 

Follow OC Waste & Recycling on social media @OCWaste all week long for information, tips and resources on composting. You can also visit the compost awareness page for more information.

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Since its incorporation in 1971, Irvine has become a nationally recognized city, with a population of 314,550 that spans 66 square miles and is recognized as one of America’s safest and most successful master-planned urban communities. Top-rated educational institutions, an enterprising business atmosphere, sound environmental stewardship, and respect for diversity all contribute to Irvine’s enviable quality of life. This family-friendly city features more than 16,000 acres of parks, sports fields and dedicated open space and is the home of the Great Park. For more information, please visit cityofirvine.org.