California's state waste officials have proposed new draft regulations to implement SB 54, a law aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste. Following an initial proposal that was rejected, these guidelines largely replicate earlier drafts with clarifications on producers' obligations and reporting timelines. However, the new rules feature significant exemptions for various single-use plastics, including FDA and USDA-regulated items, and open the door for alternative recycling methods. This has raised concerns among environmental advocates regarding effective waste reduction.
California's new draft regulations for SB 54 aim to reduce single-use plastic waste by shifting financial responsibility from consumers to producers.
The proposed rules clarify obligations for producers and introduce exemptions for many single-use plastics, raising concerns among environmentalists.
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