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Edible Food Recovery Program

Environmental Health Services

San Mateo County’s Sustainability Department is responsible for enforcing SB 1383 edible food recovery requirements in San Mateo County. SB 1383 is a state mandate that aims to combat climate change by reducing organic waste disposal and recovering surplus edible food for human consumption.

Best Management Practices for Recovering Edible Food

In partnership with the Sustainability Department, Environmental Health Services offers resources to help businesses and organizations comply with SB 1383 edible food recovery requirements. Please visit the resources in the resources library below.

Contact the Food Program for Guidance or with Questions

To report a suspected foodborne illness after consuming recovered edible food, please call 650-372-6200, email envhealth@smcgov.org or submit a report through our online portal. If you are a regulated business or agency reporting a suspected foodborne illness, contact your designated inspector.

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