Recycling for Businesses – Getting Started
Recycling is smart business! Each year, businesses in the Los Angeles County unincorporated areas send over 600,000 tons of waste to the landfills but some of these materials can be recycled or put to beneficial reuse.
Being environmentally-conscious can also be economical. By implementing sustainable practices at your workplace, you can:
- Reduce food waste
- Make the most of your resources
- Save your company money
- Lower your costs through smarter waste management
- Improve inventory operations
- Streamline inventory and reduce inefficiencies
- Become a sustainable leader
- Set an example for your organization and community
Mandatory State Regulations for Businesses
Short-lived Climate Pollutants Senate Bill (SB) 1383
As of January 1, 2022, SB 1383 requires all organic waste generators (businesses, institutions, multifamily residents, and single-family residents) to recycle their organic waste to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Mandatory Commercial Recycling Assembly Bill (AB) 341
As of July 1, 2012, the State’s AB 341 requires all businesses that generate 4 cubic yards or more of solid waste per week to arrange for recycling services.
Commercial Organics and Recycling Bins Assembly Bill (827)
AB 827 requires all commercial food establishments to provide bins to customers for collecting organic waste and recycling alongside trash. This includes all commercial food service establishments that provide food for purchase and immediate consumption on site.
For more information, please visit the California Resources, Recycling, and Recovery website: CalRecycle.ca.gov
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