This grant funds start-up costs for innovative recycling programs including mobile recycling, reverse-vending machines, and bag drop programs to increase beverage container redemption in California. Eligible applicants are certified recycling centers operational by November 2026, with funding between $500,000 and $1,000,000 per site. The program aims to expand outreach and increase California Refund Value redemption opportunities.
Eligible applicants include existing certified recycling centers operational by Nov 1, 2026, businesses, nonprofits, other legal entities, public agencies, and tribal governments authorized to conduct business in California.
