The original item was published from June 17, 2019 8:15 AM to June 17, 2019 3:14 PM
New State law (AB 1826) requires businesses and apartment complexes that generate a certain amount of organic waste to arrange for organic waste* recycling. The following chart shows the state-mandated implementation schedule.
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Date
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Generated Organic Waste
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April 1, 2016
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8 cubic yards or more of organic waste per week
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January 1, 2017
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4 cubic yards or more of organic waste per week
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January 1, 2019
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4 cubic yards or more of solid waste per week
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*Apartment complexes are not required to have a food waste diversion program.
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Republic Services is proud to offer the following services to help your business comply with AB 1826:
- Waste Audits - Republic’s experienced staff can conduct a waste audit to determine your organics recycling needs.
- Educational Program and Material - Republic can develop and help your business implement the right program to fit your needs.
- Program Compliance - Republic will help your business meet the requirements of AB 1826.
For more information: (800) 299-4898