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Hazardous Materials Oil & Oil Filter Recycling
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Recycling used motor oil conserves energy and natural resources. Oil
can be re-refined for reuse as motor oil or as fuel for ships. Oil
filters, which are up to 80% steel, can also be recycled into useful
products such as rebar and utility hole covers. It's up to you to make
sure used oil and oil filters reach a recycling facility and don't
pollute our environment.
Every year, more than 20 million gallons of used motor oil in the
Los Angeles area are dumped into our environment. The oil that pollutes
our groundwater and ocean comes from the seemingly harmless drip that
leaks onto the street, and from the do-it-yourselfers who dump oil in
vacant lots, trash cans, or storm drains. Not only are these dumping
practices harmful to the environment, they are also illegal and can
lead to expensive fines. Now, with many convenient locations throughout
Santa Monica that collect used oil for recycling, there is no reason to
illegally dispose of the oil drained from your car.
Free Collection Containers: To make oil recycling easier, the
City of Santa Monica, along with participating businesses and the
California Integrated Waste Management Board, provides direct-drain
containers for drop off at convenient oil recycling locations
throughout the city. These containers are free to all Santa Monica
residents and can be obtained at the city's Household Hazardous Waste Center. |
Last updated: Tuesday, 01/17/2012
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Home Collection
The City's new pilot program brings the “Haz Mat” technician to your door. The goal is to expand levels of service for residents while reducing costs.
The service will be provided on a free and unlimited basis to homeowners and renters alike. Setting up an appointment is easy.
Reserve the service today |
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