South Bay Oyster Recycling
Welcome to South Bay Oyster Recycling!
We are dedicated to preserving Los Angeles's south bay coastal ecosystems by recycling oyster shells from our local community. Our goal is to guide restaurants and customers in recognizing the invaluable benefits of oyster recycling, improving our communities and environment.
Within the United States alone, around 2.5 billion oysters are consumed each year, according to the Oyster Recovery Partnership. Less than half of the country's oyster shells are currently recycled, contributing to the decline of vital oyster populations, including the native Olympia oysters, among others. Every day locals of the South Bay and throughout the Los Angeles area dine at restaurants where delicious seafood, such as oysters, are being served, allowing us the opportunity to repurpose these shells for the benefit of our ecosystem.
By recycling oyster shells, we can ensure their continued use for these purposes, promoting environmental sustainability and supporting the health of our coastal ecosystems. Through the South Bay Oyster Recycling services, residents and restaurants in the south bay prevent oyster shells from being sent to landfills as waste. Instead, we promote stewardship of our environment.
Why Recycle Shells?
- Oyster shells aid in habitat creation
- Water filtration by removing excess pollutants
- Erosion control as natural barriers
- Calcium carbonate source for soil and water treatment
The Benefits of Recycling!
Combat climate change!
Restore ocean ecosystems!
Make a difference efficiently and effectively!
Save the world one oyster at a time!
My Story
My passion for oyster preservation began as a coxswain navigating my team through the water and realizing much of my pleasures come from the waters we need to protect and the ecosystem we need to better understand, value, and support. Oysters are remarkable creatures that play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of our coastal environment. With South Bay Oyster Recycling, we can drive positive change through collaboration and community engagement! Please join us in our mission and be a part of the oyster shell recycling movement today! Share the love with the ocean!