From StopWaste.org:
A new California State law, SB 1383, aims to keep food and other compostable materials ("organics") out of landfills to reduce emissions that contribute to climate change. Under the law:
Edible food currently thrown away must be recovered and donated for people to eat,
The remaining organics must be collected for composting,
Recyclables must also be kept out of landfills.
Starting January 2022, SB 1383 regulations will be implemented in Alameda County under the Organics Reduction & Recycling Ordinance through a partnership among Alameda County jurisdictions, garbage service providers, StopWaste, and the Alameda County Environmental Health Departments. You can find the full Ordinance here.
For free resources and assistance to help comply with the new law, click here.
Español, 中文, 한국인, & Tiếng Việt www.StopWaste.org/rules-languages.
What does this mean for my business, institution, or multifamily property?
Your site must:
Subscribe to curbside compost and recycling collection service in addition to garbage*
Place color-coded and labeled compost and recycling containers next to all indoor garbage containers (excluding restrooms)
Sort materials into the proper bins.
Compost: Food scraps, compostable paper, and plant waste
Recycling: Cardboard, paper, bottles, and cans
Do not place garbage into the compost or recycling bins
Educate employees, contractors, tenants, and students about the law at least annually
Commercial properties: Periodically inspect bins and provide feedback to employees and contractors about incorrectly placed items
Residential & commercial property managers: Inform tenants no later than 14 days after move-in and at least 14 days prior to move-out about the rules
Some businesses that generate surplus edible food—such as grocery stores, food distributors, and large restaurants—must have a written agreement with a food recovery organization or service to donate edible surplus food to feed people. See “Food recovery & donation information” below.
