The City of Long Beach is asking residents to participate in a survey to develop a program to collect food scraps and yard debris.
According to a statement by the City, the program is expected to launch in 2024.
The upcoming program is a result of Senate Bill 1383, which set a goal to reduce California’s organic waste by 75% to reduce methane gas emissions from landfills.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, methane gas accounts for around 11% of all man-made greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.
California cities are now required to divert their food scraps and yard debris from landfills. Cities that refuse may face financial penalties.
Data gathered from the survey will help the City team learn more about the public’s preferences for educational outreach methods and participation.
In June 2021, the City launched a program to divert food scraps from local businesses to convert into renewable energy, which so far has diverted 4,700 tons of food scraps from landfills.
The survey can be taken online in English, Spanish, Khmer and Tagalog until July 8.
Residents can take the survey at bit.ly/lbgreencartsurvey and find more information about the new program at longbeach.gov/lbrecycles.
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