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Organics Recycling Resources

Organics, Food Waste and Yard Waste bin colors and sizes* may very by region. 

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SB 1383 Regulations & Resources

Organic waste in landfills emits 20% of the state’s methane, a climate super pollutant 84 times* more potent than carbon dioxide. By taking the simple act of placing organic waste into an organics recycling cart instead of a trash cart, California residents are helping divert organic waste from the landfill and reducing these harmful emissions. View our closed-loop organics diagram for details.

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SB 1383 Regulations

  • Capacity Planning
  • Collection and Recycling
  • Department Issued Waivers and Exemptions
  • Enforcement
  • Food Recovery
  • Procurement Requirements: Using Recycled Organics Products
  • Recordkeeping Requirements

Implementation Resources

  • Education and Outreach Resources
  • Food Donors
  • Food Recovery Organizations
  • Jurisdictions
  • Local Education Agencies
  • Local Enforcement Agencies
  • Non-Local Entities
  • Organics Recycling Facilities
  • Transfer and Processing Facilities and Landfills
  • Waste Haulers

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