Mandatory Zero Waste Event Training

San Francisco event producers are required to attend a free zero waste event training. 

Who Should Attend:

  • Event producers

  • Event clean-up crews

  • Applicants of street closure permits with Department of Parking and Traffic

  • Applicants of facility use permits with the Recreation and Park Department or any other city department

Concepts covered include:

  • How the Mandatory Recycling and Composting Ordinance affects your event

  • How to have a water bottle-free event

  • Acceptable compostable food service ware and where to purchase

  • Tracking your waste diversion rate

  • Networking opportunities with event greening companies

Please contact the Special Events Team or call (415) 355-3700 for more information.

Additional Information for Mandatory Zero Waste Event Training

Food Runners: Relaying Food to the Needy
Food Runners connects excess prepared food to those in need and will pick up most kitchen prepared food.
Event Checklist
SF Environment is available for free consultations, assistance in creating an event diversion plan, and helping to optimize signage and placement.
Recology Event Services
Order service and pre-signed compost/recycle/landfill boxes for events.