California’s recycling landscape is about to undergo another
seismic shift. Local governments played a key role in ushering in
this change, but there’s still plenty of work left.
Under SB 54 (Allen, 2022), all single-use plastics and packaging
sold in California must be recyclable or compostable by 2032.
Producers must reimburse local governments for the costs of
collecting and processing these materials. The new law will also
raise $5 billion from the plastics industry to help mitigate the
impacts of plastic pollution, particularly in disadvantaged
communities.
In partnership between Cal Cities, StopWaste, and the Rural
County Representatives of California, CSAC is offering an
overview of SB 54 and the next steps in the regulatory process.
Thursday, Oct. 5 • 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Registration must be completed by noon on Oct. 4, 2023.
