Food residuals recovery in California
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California is starting to carry out food waste recovery as part of a wider recycling program. San Francisco and Berkeley have set up recycling programs that are commercial and municipally sponsored. Pilot programs allow the municipalities to develop programs that are viable. Private sector initiatives have also been set up. but cannot be relied on, and some localities in California have no program. Franchise agreements, education, and regulations are all important in this initiative.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 1999
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Expanding participation in food residuals recycling programs
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The CaliforniaEs and San Francisco project on converting waste into soil amendments for use by farmers, private landscapers, and community beautification relies on biodegradable bin liners to broaden participation and reduce contamination of organics by nonbiodegradable plastic bags. For the purpose of this project San Francisco made compulsory to use only compostable bags certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI).
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2004
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Increasing edible food recovery
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The charitable food programs in United States show that large numbers of people are seeking assistance with obtaining food. The regional organics team in Oregon is focusing on outreach and education to prevent food waste and boost recoveries via food rescue agencies.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2004
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