3480 Department of Conservation
Program Descriptions

50 - BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING AND LITTER REDUCTION

This program administers the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act to achieve an 80 percent recycling rate for glass, aluminum and plastic beverage containers sold in California. To achieve this goal, the Division of Recycling ensures that: (1) the California Redemption Value (CRV) is paid by beverage distributors for each beverage sold in California; (2) consumers are refunded CRV for recycled beverage containers; (3) recycling centers are conveniently located; (4) grants are made to encourage recycling and development of markets for recycled materials; (5) strong oversight and enforcement programs are in place so that the integrity of the Beverage Container Recycling Fund remains stable and free of fraud; and (6) public outreach and private partnerships are promoted.