Reusable Beverage Containers Infrastructure Grant Program (FY 2022-23)

Overview

The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) received an appropriation of $25,000,000 from AB 179 Budget Act of 2022 to support a deposit-return system for reusable beverage containers consistent with Section 14539 of the Public Resources Code. The fundamental goal of the Program is to provide infrastructure and start-up costs related to a deposit-return system for glass reusable containers in the Beverage Container Recycling Program.  The goal of the Program is to create a reusable glass beverage container processing stream within California to support a circular economy. Eligible applicants include: ·Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in Public Resources Code section 30109. ·Nonprofit organizations. ·Qualifying Tribal Entities...