Tribal Relations

 

CalRecycle recognizes California Native American tribes as the original stewards of California, whose leadership and partnership can guide us toward a waste-free future.

CalRecycle is committed to strengthening working relations with California Native American tribes:

  • Engaging and consulting with Tribes
  • Enhancing cultural resource protections
  • Reducing environmental burdens and
  • Fostering trust and collaborative partnerships.

We are dedicated to strengthening relationships with tribal governments and communities and increasing participation in CalRecycle’s programs building a circular economy.

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Program News and Events

  • On October 24, 2024, CalRecycle will host a Think Tank session at the 2024 Tribal EPA & US EPA Region 9 Conference

Past events

  • September 16, 2024: Zero Waste Plan Tribal Affairs Listening Session

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CalRecycle Programs of Interest

CalRecycle coordinates with Tribes through a number of programs. For more information, contact tribalaffairs@calrecycle.ca.gov.

 

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California’s Zero Waste Plan

California is building a comprehensive, circular plan to reduce and reuse all materials.

Equity and inclusion are priorities as we redesign systems for a waste-free California. 

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Plastic Pollution Prevention Law

To reduce plastic waste and pollution, the law requires 100% of all single-use plastic packaging in California be recyclable or compostable by 2032.

Producers must also:

  • Reduce waste
  • Fund recycling infrastructure
  • Ensure their products get recycled.

Tribal Composting Needs Assessment and Permitting

CalRecycle is creating the Tribal Composting Needs Assessment and Permitting Guide to evaluate resources Tribes need to develop and operate composting facilities that:

  • Divert materials from landfills and
  • Fight climate change. 
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Grant Funding Opportunities

Tribal entities are eligible to apply for CalRecycle grants related to community composting, unsold food recovery, recycling, reuse, and more.

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CalRecycle Tribal Liaison

Katrina Leni-Konig

Deputy Director, Office of Environmental Justice, Tribal Relations, Education, and Outreach

Phone: (916) 812-4427
Email: tribalaffairs@calrecycle.ca.gov