Commerical Food Donation Legislation

What’s happening? In 2016 California passed SB 1383 (2016 | CA) that will require grocery stores to donate eligible foods to food rescue organizations and food banks.

Why is this important? The goal of the California legislation is to reduce methane emissions from landfills.

How will this be important? This is an excellent example of nonlinear solutions whereby donations to food banks are increased and emissions reduced.

CBS8 | New law expected to bring increase in San Diego food donations