Overview of producer responsibility organization and application process
Office of Public Affairs
For Immediate Release: Oct. 11, 2023
News Release # 2023-08
Media Contact: Melanie Turner
916-341-6763 | melanie.turner@calrecycle.ca.gov
SACRAMENTO — California made industry responsible for cutting single-use plastic and packaging pollution under its Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act. SB 54 (Allen, Chapter 75, Statutes of 2022) requires a producer responsibility organization (PRO) to lead an industry-run waste reduction and recycling program, with state oversight.
CalRecycle will host an information session for all interested parties — including organizations that want to apply to be the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO).
What – CalRecycle overview of the PRO and application process – opportunity for Q&A
Who – CalRecycle invites all interested parties to the informational session, including:
- The packaging industry, retailers and grocers
- Local governments, recyclers, composters and haulers
- Nonprofits, environmental justice organizations and community groups
When – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12
Where – CalEPA Headquarters, Byron Sher Auditorium (2nd floor), 1001 I St., Sacramento, CA 95814.
- Remotely: Zoom (to make verbal comments) | Live Webcast (to watch only)
Why – California is building a circular economy to address climate and trash pollution.
- SB 54 requires by 2032 a PRO to implement industry reforms to:
Cut By 25% single-use plastic:
- Packaging and
- Food ware
Recycle 65% of single-use plastic:
- Packaging and
- Food ware
Make 100% of all packaging and single-use plastic food ware recyclable or compostable.
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