Food Waste Reduction and Recovery

Feeding Hungry People and Reducing Food Waste

The State of California estimates that over 30% of the material going to local landfills is organic material, which includes food, while one out of every six people in Contra Costa County are food insecure and struggle to find their next meal. 

When we make the most of our food, we ease the pressure on the food supply system, help the environment and save money! 

Click on the link below to get more information and tips for your home, at work as well as schools. 

https://www.recyclesmart.org/food-recovery