This graph shows historical statewide estimated diversion rates for California. 1989 through 2007 diversion rates are calculated using the Adjustment Method (old system). 2007 and later diversion rate equivalents are from the new Per Capita Disposal and Goal Measurement system.
The same data in the above graph is shown below in a table format.
| Year | Historical Diversion Rates | Resident-Based Diversion Rate Equivalent | Employee-Based Diversion Rate Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 10% | ||
| 1990 | 17% | ||
| 1991 | 20% | ||
| 1992 | 21% | ||
| 1993 | 24% | ||
| 1994 | 25% | ||
| 1995 | 28% | ||
| 1996 | 31% | ||
| 1997 | 32% | ||
| 1998 | 33% | ||
| 1999 | 37% | ||
| 2000 | 42% | ||
| 2001 | 44% | ||
| 2002 | 48% | ||
| 2003 | 47% | ||
| 2004 | 48% | ||
| 2005 | 52% | ||
| 2006 | 54% | ||
| 2007 | 58% | 54% | 56% |
| 2008 | 59% | 59% | |
| 2009 | 65% | 62% | |
| 2010 | 65% | 63% | |
| 2011 | 65% | 64% | |
| 2012 | 66% | 65% | |
| 2013 | 65% | 66% | |
| 2014 | 65% | 66% | |
| 2015 | 63% | 65% | |
| 2016 | 61% | 63% | |
| 2017 | 58% | 62% |
Sources
Disposal
- CalRecycle’s Disposal Reporting System
Population
- California Department of Finance
For more information contact: Local Assistance & Market Development, LAMD@calrecycle.ca.gov