To learn more about the City of El Segundo’s Environmental Work Plan please click here
Beverage Container Recycling
El Segundo residents can recycle their containers for CASH at Whole Foods, Plaza El Segundo and Ralphs Supermarket located at 500 N. Sepulveda Blvd or go to http://www.bottlesandcans.com to find a redemption center near you.
Curbside Recycling: Residents can recycle beverage containers curbside
Drop-off Recycling: Bring recyclables to the Maintenance Facility at 150 Illinois Street, 24/7.
Green Waste Recycling
Dispose of green waste at the Maintenance Facility year round. Bring lawn trimmings (no sod) and tree/brush/plant clippings to the drop-off stall located at the north end of the parking lot at 150 Illinois Street. When available, free mulch is provided for El Segundo residents.
Household Hazardous Waste
To learn more about the Household Hazardous Waste and E-waste click here
Batteries, Light bulbs and Cell Phones
Drop off batteries, light bulbs and cell phones at City Hall/Public Works Department
Golf Ball Recycling
Recycle your old golf balls to receive credit towards new golf balls. Drop off at City Hall and The Lakes Golf Course.
Plastic Foam Loose Fill Recycling
Drop off loose fill packaging at 17252 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90504. For more information on Loose fill packaging, go to http://www.loosefillpackaging.com or call the PEANUT HOTLINE at 800-828-2214.
Sharps
Beginning September 1, 2008, home-generated medical sharps can no longer be thrown in the trash (State Law #118286). Contact Public Works for your FREE sharps container, 310-524-2359. Limited supply. For more information go to http://ladpw.org/epd/hhw/sharps/index.cfm.
Safe Drug Drop-Off
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, in conjunction with the Los Angeles County Departments of Public Health and Public Works present the "Safe Drug Drop-Off" Program. http://www.nodrugsdownthedrain.org/DrugDropOff.pdf