Strategic Plan to Reduce Waste

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The County is committed to reducing waste and building a cleaner, more sustainability future for our communities. On September 11, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved the 2024 Climate Action Plan also referred to as the CAP. The CAP aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the unincorporated areas of the County. The CAP requires that the County update its Strategic Plan to Reduce Waste by 2028. The updated plan will outline how the County can reach goals to reduce waste 80% by 2030 and 90% by 2045.

To update the plan, the County will review how other communities reduce waste and see which ideas could work in the unincorporated areas. The updated plan will build upon the County’s 2017 Strategic Plan to Reduce Waste.

The County wants to hear from residents, businesses, and local partners. Your input will help make sure the waste reduction options meet community needs.

Why community feedback matters:

Communities and their members may have different waste and recycling concerns. Your input will help:

  • Identify barriers to recycling
  • Provide an understanding of what matters most to your community
  • Identify opportunities to increase waste diversion and achieve the County's goals.

How you can get involved:

  • Read and share the information on this page
  • Attend meetings
  • Provide comments
  • Ask questions

The County is committed to reducing waste and building a cleaner, more sustainability future for our communities. On September 11, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved the 2024 Climate Action Plan also referred to as the CAP. The CAP aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the unincorporated areas of the County. The CAP requires that the County update its Strategic Plan to Reduce Waste by 2028. The updated plan will outline how the County can reach goals to reduce waste 80% by 2030 and 90% by 2045.

To update the plan, the County will review how other communities reduce waste and see which ideas could work in the unincorporated areas. The updated plan will build upon the County’s 2017 Strategic Plan to Reduce Waste.

The County wants to hear from residents, businesses, and local partners. Your input will help make sure the waste reduction options meet community needs.

Why community feedback matters:

Communities and their members may have different waste and recycling concerns. Your input will help:

  • Identify barriers to recycling
  • Provide an understanding of what matters most to your community
  • Identify opportunities to increase waste diversion and achieve the County's goals.

How you can get involved:

  • Read and share the information on this page
  • Attend meetings
  • Provide comments
  • Ask questions
  • The County will be holding several stakeholder engagement meetings and webinars. All sessions will cover the same information and provide opportunities for feedback. Participants are encouraged to attend a single session that best fits their schedule.


    Virtual Workshop:  


    Date & Time: June 10, 2026, 5:30-7pm 

    Location Online  

    Hyperlink to meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82309639349   

     

    In Person:  

    Date & Time: June 11, 2026, 5:30-7pm  

    Location 

    San Diego County Library –Rancho San Diego 

    11555 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019 


    Virtual Workshop:  

    Date & Time: June 16, 2026, 12:00pm-1:30pm 

    Location Online  

    Hyperlink to meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87021184235   



    Let us know if you will be joining us and request language and accessibility services below. 

    Disability-related modifications or accommodations necessary to facilitate participation in these meetings, language interpretation, including American Sign Language, and written materials in languages and formats are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 72 hours in advance through this form or email Recycle@sdcounty.ca.gov 

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