The City of Poway materials handling yard in Poway, CA, offers a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility for safe disposal of various hazardous materials. Residents can drop off items such as used cooking oil, automotive fluids, batteries, electronic devices, and other household toxins without an appointment. The facility requires proof of residency and accepts waste in original containers, following transportation and weight limits to ensure safety. This service helps prevent illegal disposal of hazardous waste and promotes environmentally responsible handling of toxic substances.

West Coast Grease Pumping is a family-owned business based in San Diego, CA, specializing in grease trap cleaning and maintenance for traps up to 125 gallons. Serving San Diego County and surrounding areas, they focus on supporting food establishments with their grease trap needs. With over 15 years of combined experience, the company aims to handle grease trap cleaning efficiently and reliably.

Chula Vista Environmental Services provides waste management and sustainability programs in Chula Vista, CA. They offer used cooking oil collection and food waste composting services for restaurants and businesses. The department also manages household hazardous waste disposal, including paints, pesticides, and motor oil, at the South Bay Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Additionally, they operate a Reuse Center where residents can obtain reusable products like paint and household chemicals. Free home pick-up is available for eligible disabled or elderly residents who cannot transport hazardous waste themselves.

Miramar Landfill is the City of San Diego's only active landfill, located in San Diego, CA. It handles nearly 910,000 tons of trash annually across its 1,500-acre site. The landfill has been in operation since 1959, currently using the West Miramar area opened in 1983. It processes organic materials such as food waste and vegetative waste from restaurants and other sources, diverting them to the Miramar Greenery where they are turned into mulch, compost, and wood chips. This facility also captures methane gas produced by waste decomposition to fuel electrical generators at the Metropolitan Biosolids Center, supporting environmental sustainability efforts.