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San Francisco’s Mandatory Recycling and Composting Ordinance requires everyone in San Francisco to separate their refuse into recyclables, compostables and landfill trash. Whether you work in a restaurant, hotel, office building, or anywhere in the city, San Francisco's recycling and compost collection program is available.

The Food Service Waste Reduction Ordinance requires all restaurants and food vendors to use recyclable or compostable food service ware. Styrofoam is not permitted. Read>
SF Environment's offers a range of free and customized assistance to help your business compost and recycle successfully and maximize your recycling discount.Read>
Recology offers financial incentives for diverting material from the landfill. SF Environment can help you save up to 75% on your Recology bill. Read>
Restaurants and retailers must be aware of the City's ordinances and how they affect your business. Read>
Many common products, like paint, cleaners, fluorescent bulbs, and batteries contain chemicals that must be properly disposed of to protect the environment and our health. San Francisco businesses have many disposal options to safely recycle and dispose of hazardous materials.Read>

Additional Information for Business Recycling and Composting

San Francisco's Plastic Bag Ban Begins Oct. 1, 2012
Learn all there is about the ordinance, acceptable bags, and how to alert your customers.