Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) is a state law that requires every resident and business to recycle organic waste in an effort to reduce methane emissions. Organic waste in landfills emits 20% of the state’s methane, a pollutant 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide. By diverting organics, such as food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard, from landfills, the state can reduce emissions and combat climate change.
How does SB 1383 impact residents?
All Irvine residents are required to separate their organic waste from the trash and place it in a container for composting. Compostable bags are allowed to be used when recycling organics.
Organic waste includes:
- Food scraps such as meat, bones, dairy, fruit, and vegetable scraps.
- Food-soiled paper such as napkins, paper towels, and uncoated cardboard.
- Yard clippings, small branches, grass trimmings, and leaves.
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