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San Francisco's Checkout Bag Ordinance went into effect on October 1, 2012. Get all the information you need to know about how the ordinance affects you.Read>
Prevent junk mail and phonebooks from arriving at your door! Here are some resources to help prevent waste from unwanted solicitations. Read>
To achieve zero waste, consumers must also take responsibility for their consumption. Here are some ideas for how you can reduce waste every day. Read>
Companies must recognize their responsibility in producing goods that result in less waste upstream and downstream. SF Environment is committed to urging companies to design durable products with sustainability in mind so you aren't left wondering what to do with their rubbish.Read>
The City and County of San Francisco approved a new law, amending Chapter 17 of the Environment Code, extending the single-use plastic bag ban to include all food establishments and adding a charge on allowed checkout bags. Read>
Additional Information for Prevent Waste
The Story of Stuff
Take a trip with Annie Leonard to uncover where our stuff comes from.
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.
