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SB 1383; Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCP) Summary
In September 2016, Governor Brown signed into law SB 1383, establishing methane emissions reduction targets in a statewide effort to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCP) in various sectors of California's economy. SB 1383 establishes targets to achieve:
- 50 percent reduction in the level of the statewide disposal of organic waste from the 2014 level by 2020
- 75 percent reduction by 2025.
More information about SB 1383, organic recycling, and requirements for residents and business, visit the CalRecycle webpage
What is Downey Doing?
The Downey City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1474 at its December 14, 2022 City Council meeting to comply with SB 1383.
The City is also working with Athens Services, Inc. on an educational campaign regarding SB 1383.
To learn more, watch the below video:
Mandate Timeline
Compliance Resources
Franchise Hauler Services
Businesses can contact their current hauler to add organics recycling services. Please visit the Athens website at: https://athensservices.com/
Local Food Bank Organizations/Resources
Food Donation Guidelines
To ensure your donation meets industry standards, please verify the following:
- Donated food will be from an approved source such as a restaurant, hotel, food distributor, etc.
- Donated food from individuals should be uncooked and pre-packaged
- The organization receiving food has a public health permit. If the organization does not have a health permit, the food will need to be served and consumed immediately.
- Donated food adheres to proper temperature requirements. Cold foods are required to be stored at 41 ̊F or below and hot foods should be stored 135 ̊F or above.
- Donated food is free of any contamination
More information concerning proper food donation guidelines can be found at the following link: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/eh/docs/WhatsNew/FoodDonations.pdf
Utilize a Compost Bin
Composting is an excellent way to use yard waste as a valuable resource. Leaves, grass clippings, and the remains of garden plants and selected food scraps make good compost. The dark, crumbly organic matter from your compost pile can be used to enrich the soil in the garden as well as for houseplants and planters. For more information about how to compost, composting workshops, or purchasing a composting bin or instruction book, visit www.smartgardening.com or call the City's Public Works Department at 562-904-7102.
Questions/Concerns - Contact:
https://athensservices.com/
562.259.1239
7202 Petterson Lane, Paramount, CA 90723