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Welcome - Angela Sandoval, Manager, Zero Waste Section, U.S. EPA Region 9 Presenters Right-to-Repair / Warranties Daniel R. Salsburg, Chief Counsel, Federal Trade Commission, Office of Technology, Research and Investigation: Shared Executive Order 14036 FTC Nixing the Fix Report to Congress Policy Statement of the Federal Trade Commission on Repair Restrictions Imposed by Manufacturers and Sellers Nicole Tai, President, GreenLynx, and Board Member, Reuse Alliance Dr. Greg Lavery, Founder and Managing Director, Rype Office Jackie Kirouac-Fram, Ph.D., Executive Director, Rebuilding Center Ellie

This provides an overview of the StopWaste Budget for FY 2025. It outlines the agency's strategic priorities and funding allocation for the coming year, which focuses on advancing environmental sustainability, fostering a circular economy, driving innovation in construction, and nurturing a local food system through various programs, partnerships, and community engagement. The complete budget document is available here.

This report, prepared by Arup and StopWaste, explores the potential of various biogenic building materials that can be used in industrialized construction to support low carbon and circular economy solutions in the buildings sector. The research focuses on renewable plant-based materials that sequester and store carbon and can biodegrade back into the earth. The report provides brief summaries of a wide range of materials, including straw, bamboo, fire-risk wood, hemp, agricultural byproducts, and more. It then dives into detailed technical information on the four materials identified as

Happy Earth Month! Whether you’re interested in learning how to get started with worm composting, how to electrify your home, reduce wasted food, or grow your own food, there’s a way to celebrate for everyone! Check out these suggestions for new things to try this month (or any month!) and also check our city-specific guides for events happening near you.

ACCFB Canned Food Safety Guide Detailed Guidance for Items Past Date: English | Chinese | Spanish Quick Reference List for Items Past Date - English | Chinese | Spanish

Spring is the time of fresh beginnings! With the seasonal shift, we are often inspired to clean and declutter our homes. Here are a few tips for a healthier home and planet.

This example food donation agreement, developed and shared by Oakland Unified School District, provides an example and template for complying with SB 1383 local education agency food recovery and donation requirements.

SB 1383 regulations requires local education agencies with an on-site food facility to hold a written agreement with food recovery organizations and/or services that will recover their surplus edible food. This template is a simplified food recovery agreement that can fulfill this requirement.