Business Recycling Plans and Policies

Tools for Local Government Recycling and Waste Reduction

Local governments have many ways to help businesses meet the challenges of the Integrated Waste Management Act (AB 939, Sher, Chapter 1095, Statutes of 1989 as amended [IWMA]). If providing information, technical assistance, and incentives don’t produce sufficient waste diversion, local governments could encourage or require businesses to recycle by adopting policies and mandates.

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Program Characteristics

• Recycling planning requirements
• Waste diversion requirements
• Source separation requirements
• Product bans
• Landfill bans
• Procurement requirements
• Takeback requirements
• Repair systems
• Deposits
• Land use permit conditions
• Zoning issues
• Enforcement issues

Case Studies

• Playa Vista Development
• Electronic Takebacks

Local Government Challenges and Opportunities

Tips for Replication

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Credits and Disclaimer

Gary Liss & Associates prepared this study pursuant to contract IWM-C8028 ($198,633, included other services) with the University of California at Santa Cruz for a series of 24 studies and summaries.

The California Integrated Waste Management Board would like to acknowledge the following individuals who assisted in the preparation of this study:

• Kelly Ingalls, KMI & Associates
• John Zinner, Zinner Consultants
• Sheila Davis, Materials for the Future Foundation
• Fred Friedman, U.S. EPA Research Library for RCRA
• Laura Wright, Pittsburg, Calif.

The statements and conclusions in this summary are those of the contractor and not necessarily those of the California Integrated Waste Management Board, its employees, or the State of California. In addition, the data in this report was provided by local sources but not independently verified. The State and its contractors make no warranty, express or implied, and assume no liability for the information contained in this text. Any mention of commercial products, companies, or processes shall not be construed as an endorsement of such products or processes.

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Last updated: October 26, 2007