Organic waste composes 40% of waste material disposed of in California landfills.  When organic materials decompose under the anaerobic conditions of sanitary landfills, methane (CH4) gas is generated and escapes into the earth’s atmosphere.  Methane is the 2nd most prevalent greenhouse gas, next to carbon dioxide (CO2) causing climate change. 

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, methane accounts for 10% of our nation’s greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. “Pound for pound, the comparative impact of CH4 on climate change is 25 times greater than CO2 (carbon dioxide) over a 100-year period.” By reducing and recycling their organic waste, Californians can reduce methane gas emissions and improve the environment and air quality.

Organics waste recycling is not just another way to conserve landfill space. Rather, it is a state requirement hat municipal sanitation departments and commercial waste haulers have to offer and provide to protect our air and our environment. This is an existential quality of life issue that everyone has to commit to resolving together. As well as be willing to change existing personal behaviors and organizational practices.

Organics recycling may appear costly and difficult to implement and perform for some organizations, businesses and property owners. However,  American Reclamation, Inc. can assist with and provide you with the options you need.