California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery aims to protect California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
The Beverage Container Redemption Pilot Project Grant Program aims to partner local jurisdictions and recycling center operators to innovate pilot projects, enhancing convenient redemption opportunities for consumers and boosting recycling rates in their areas. With a total funding of $10,000,000, up to five pilot projects could receive grants for initiation or expansion, promoting recycling in underserved urban and rural communities.