Beginning January 1, 2022, California's Senate Bill (SB) 1383 requires all businesses and multi-family properties to arrange for organic waste collection services including food waste and green waste collection*. The Organics Recycling Program will divert organic material from the landfill and reduce methane emissions. The collected organic materials will be recycled into soil products.
SB 1383 is a state law aimed at reducing the amount of organic waste sent to landfills and to recover 20% of edible food statewide that would otherwise be sent to landfills. Food waste is the second-largest contributor of organic waste in landfills. When organic material is landfilled, it decomposes and produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas (GHG).
For assistance in setting up collection services to fit your needs and to comply with state laws, contact EJ Harrison at 805-647-1414 or visit www.ejharrison.com.
*Businesses and multi-family properties with 5 or more units may also choose to self-haul their organics and other recyclable waste. Additionally, some may be eligible for an exemption waiver.
All businesses are encouraged to fill out the online Service Needs and Waiver Application to apply for a waiver and/or let us know about your organic waste service needs.
For more information, visit Organics Recycling.