Irvine, CA simplifies redemption process for recyclables with CRV residential collection pilot

Irvine, CA CRV Residential Collection Pilot Recyclables

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Irvine residents can request collections of recyclables that qualify for California Refund Value (CRV) payments. On-demand collections can be scheduled by phone or online form. Participants opt into CRV payments by check or mobile payment app with opportunities to donate refunds. The pilot was approved as part of a statewide campaign to increase redemptions and reduce the need for additional collection sites.

Pilot / POC Recycling

Irvine, CA

Municipality in California

United States

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Lake County News,California - Cities to pay residents for bottle and can pick-ups and drop-offs; new pilot projects innovate CRV redemption to test recycling solutions

The city of Irvine and a coalition of six cities in Sonoma County will take on local redemption challenges by launching state-approved pilot projects to make it easier for consumers to cash in their empty bottles and cans.

Cities to pay residents for bottle and can pick-ups and drop-offs

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