Our Mission
Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
Where do I recycle?
wildfire properties cleared
million
unsold meals sent to Californians in need
million
tires recycled
billion
bottles and cans recycled since 1986
Monthly Public Meeting
CalRecycle’s monthly webcast provides updates, announcements, and a report from Director Rachel Machi Wagoner.
Circular Economy Symposium
Turning Trash into
California’s Next Innovation Boom
California’s Solution to Trash Pollution
Helping Wildfire Survivors Recover
SB 1383 Food and Yard Waste Resources
CalRecycle has launched new webpages to explain SB 1383, the state’s new food and yard waste recycling law. The law sets targets to:
- Cut organic waste disposal 75% by 2025
- Send at least 20% of surplus, still fresh food to Californians in need by 2025.
SB 343: Accurate Recycling Labels
Increasing recycling in California first requires accurate labels on recyclables. The law outlaws manufacturers and others from selling products or packaging labeled as recyclable unless the items are regularly collected and processed for recycling in the state.
CalEPA Enforcement Statement
CalEPA will continue to respond, investigate, and – when necessary – take action on complaints related to environmental non-compliance. CalEPA will also fill any enforcement gaps left by the U.S. EPA’s decision to reduce environmental oversight. We will also maintain our capacity to respond to emergencies.
