Beginning July 1, 2012, all businesses and public entities in California generating 4 or more cubic yards of waste will be required to recycle materials under the new law AB 341.ln addition, multi-family apartments with 5 or more units will be required to recycle. The new requirement is designed to help meet California’s recycling goal of 75% by the year 2020, and ensure that recyclables are kept from being disposed of in landfills.
Who is required to observe the mandate?
- All businesses, schools, and institutions generating 4 cubic yards or more of solid waste per week.
- All multi-family apartment complexes with 5 or more units.
How do I comply with AB 341?
Businesses can take one or any combination of the following in order to reuse, recycle, compost or otherwise divert solid waste from disposal:
- Self-haul.
- Subscribe to a hauler(s).
- Arrange for the pickup of recyclable materials.
- Subscribe to a recycling service that may include mixed waste processing that yields diversion results comparable to source separation.
What are the benefits of recycling?
Opportunities for businesses or multi-family complexes to save money.
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Keeping valuable materials out of landfills.
Creating a healthy environment for the community and future generations by recovering natural resources.
Who may I contact for recycling services?
- Contact local Waste Management at (559) 834-4070