What is Senate Bill (SB) 1383?
Senate Bill 1383 is a California law designed to fight climate change by reducing methane emissions from organic waste in landfills. Each year, Californians throw away about 30 million tons of organic waste—such as food scraps and yard trimmings. When buried in landfills without oxygen, this waste produces methane, a greenhouse gas 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
To tackle this issue, SB 1383 requires cities and counties to separate organic waste from regular trash. The law sets two major statewide goals to meet by 2025:
- Reduce organic waste disposal by 75%
- Recover 20% of edible food for people in need
Instead of being landfilled, organic waste is transformed into compost, mulch, and renewable energy, helping to:
- Cut harmful emissions
- Conserve landfill space
- Support sustainable agriculture
What You Can Do:
Properly separate food waste from trash and recyclables. When organic waste is placed in the correct bin, it can be turned into compost and mulch that:
- Enriches soil
- Supports local agriculture
- Reduces landfill use
This isn’t just about following a law—it’s about building a sustainable habit that protects our communities and environment.
Organics Bin Rollout
Please note: Organics bins may only be available in designated lunchrooms. Be sure to check email communications for updates regarding your site-specific organics bin rollout.
Resources for Facility & Site Managers
This page also serves as a resource hub for building facility and site managers implementing their organics collection programs.
Below are downloadable materials and signage to support successful rollout and ongoing compliance:
For additional support, program materials, or questions, please contact:
OC Waste & Recycling
Phone Number
Email
Help Us Improve the Environment by Properly Sorting Waste
Rolling out organics bin at your site? Below are flyers, labels, and table tents to place at your buildings:
