Anaheim, CA Trash & Recycling: Recycling Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Blue Cart
- Paper, plastic, glass, metal
- Green Cart
- Food scraps, yard waste
- State Law
- SB 1383 / AB 341
- E-Waste
- Separate disposal required
Summary
Anaheim requires residential recycling through the three-cart system per California SB 1383 and AB 341. Organic waste diversion is mandatory. The blue cart accepts standard recyclables including paper, plastic, glass, and metal.
To reduce methane pollution and other short-lived climate pollutants, California passed SB 1383 (Lara, 2016). The law set targets for 2025: 75% less organic waste sent to landfills. 20% of unsold, still-edible food sent to food recovery organizations. ... Collections: All jurisdictions need to provide organic waste collection services to all residents and businesses, and recycle organic waste. Procurement: Jurisdictions must use the products made from the recycled organic material, such as compost and mulch. Food Recovery: Some food service businesses must donate unsold food to food recovery organizations.
Full Breakdown
California SB 1383 requires organic waste diversion from landfills, and AB 341 mandates recycling for all jurisdictions. Anaheim's three-cart system separates trash, recyclables, and organics. The blue recycling cart accepts paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and containers (#1-#7), glass bottles and jars, aluminum and tin cans, and clean cartons. The green organics cart accepts food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste. Contamination (placing non-recyclable items in the recycling cart) reduces recycling effectiveness. Republic Services provides educational materials on proper sorting. The city participates in regional waste reduction programs. SB 1383 compliance includes enforcement provisions that may result in penalties for non-compliance beginning in 2024. E-waste, batteries, and hazardous materials must be disposed of through designated programs, not curbside collection.
Violations & Fines
Failure to participate in recycling: future SB 1383 penalties. Contaminating recycling: educational outreach then potential service changes. Illegal dumping of recyclables: citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What goes in the recycling cart in Anaheim?
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Sources & Official References
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