San Diego
Zero Waste Guide

Programs Grocery Stores Restaurants Events Compost Drop Off Sites

Zero Waste Programs

San Diego Sustainable Living Institute

Want to deepen your education in ecology, permaculter, or urban planning? San Diego Sustainable Institute may have the program for you. They know water supply in Southern California is a limited and vital resource that's why they offer courses, certificate programs, and waster harvesting bike tours!

Solana Center

Whether you're looking to attend an in-person event or virtual webinar, Solana Center educates and inspires San Diegans to preserve resources. The have green living tours and workshops, where you can learn all about composting, rainwater harvesting, beekeeping and more!

Zero Waste Grocery Stores

Refill Pantry SD

By bringing reusable and refillable options to the San Diego community, Refill Pantry SD aims to help make low-waste living accessible. Visit them to shop their range of non-toxic and zero-waste health and beauty products!

The Mighty Bin

The Mighty Bin has everything you need including bulk goods, produce, cleaning products, and more. They even have something for your furry friend! The Mighty Bin has thought of it all - they also have compost drop-off, reusable container, and jar donation programs.

Ocean's Best Peoples Food

Ocean's Best Peoples Food is San Diego's only community-owned grocery store! They offer a variety of foods and goods that are certified organic, minimally processed, vegetarian, fair trade, and non-toxic. Shop bulk goods, organic and package-free produce, non-toxic body, and more - online or in store!

Earth Well Refill

Forgot your own empty containers? Purchase one at the store or take a free donated container! They offer refill of a variety of products including hair care, lotion, shower gel, hand soap, household cleaners, dental care, and more!

Zero Waste Restaurants

Terra

There's a reason their motto is "from the farm to your table." Terra's menu is filled with seasonal and local ingredients - down to the drink menu which features fruit and herb-infused vodka made in-house plus local beer and wine. Terra is also a member of Farm to Fork - a grassroots group of restaurants, beverage makers, businesses and non-profits that support local farmers and fisher families and a fairer, more sustainable food system! Check out the full list of members here: https://www.farmtoforksd.com/partnerrestaurants

Cafe Gratitude

We're grateful for Cafe Gratitude who isn't just farm-to-table; it's as-close-to-the-farm as possible, resulting in nutrient dense, satisfying meals. All ingredients are sourced from organic and local farms that are working with soil-building practices. They also exclude animal products and processed foods from their menu, doing their part to offset the effects of traditional industrial agriculture.

Zero Waste Events

Hokali Beach Cleanup Day

Picture this: You start your day by filling up your reusable mug at your fav coffee shop, you make your way to Hokali for a surf lesson and finish up with a Hokali hosted beach clean up. No worries if you can't make the cleanup, every lesson booked means Hokali helps restore kelp forests in California.

Clean San Diego

Who doesn't love a clean San Diego? I Love a Clean San Diego has several events that aim to keep the city clean and beautiful! Their events range from community cleanups to recycling webinars. Check out their event schedule to catch their next one!

Compost Drop Off Sites

Food 2 Soil

Food 2 Soil is a subscription based dropoff program that allows you to dropoff your food scraps anytime, anywhere. Check out their website for a list of their 15+ drop-off sites!

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