ReThink Disposable in California

ReThink Disposable, a program of Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund, prevents trash before it starts by working with local governments, businesses and institutions, and consumers to minimize single use disposable packaging in food service to conserve resources, prevent waste and ocean litter pollution.

 

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Owner of Thai Chili showing off new stainless steel plates and bowls

Thai Chili Express, San Jose

Thai Chili Express is a long-time favorite in San Jose, California where locals enjoy traditional Thai cuisine as well as a variety of vegetarian options. With the help of our Zero Waste Specialists to convert away from single-use items, Thai Chili is eliminating 614.8 pounds from the waste stream every year and saving over $1,300 annually!
Posing with new reusable items inside the restaurant

Korean Palace, San Jose

Korean Palace is a family-friendly restaurant and banquet hall in San Jose, California. They enjoy hosting events and welcome community to enjoy their delicious Korean cuisine. With the help of our Zero Waste Specialists, Korean Palace is eliminating 240.1 pounds of waste annually and saving $444 per year that can be reinvested in other areas of the business.
Patricia Hernández, Manager at Powderface

Powderface, Oakland

Located in Fruitvale Village, Powderface serves the best beignets west of New Orleans, serving both traditional and vegan beignets. Powderface will not only divert over 77,000 single pieces of harmful disposable plastics every year but will also enjoy a $3,000 annual savings.

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How Alameda County Is ReThinking Disposables [Video]

Working with funding from StopWaste and Ocean Foundation and in collaboration with Gurdwara Temple, Julie’s Coffee & Tea, and Freight & Salvage, ReThink Disposable is excited to share this video highlighting the work happening in the Bay Area to reduce plastic waste. Each of these businesses are realizing significant reduction in single use disposable foodware and a savings to their bottom line!

California Currents | Summer 2024

In This Issue: Climate Bond is a Go for November! | Water Affordability in California | California Misses Opportunity to
Make Real Change on PFAS | Bringing Back California’s Beavers! | Bay Lights Charters Case Study Shows the Impact of Reuse on the Bay | Fenceline Communities Take a Win | Legislative Update

Reusable Foodware Purchasing Guide

This guide provides examples of reusable foodware substitutes for disposable products that contribute to the waste generated by a typical food service business.
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