A new state law allowed Santa Clara County businesses to donate almost 5 million pounds of food during the first half of 2022, according to a news release from the county.
SB 1383 took effect this year. It requires grocery stores and other businesses to donate the maximum possible amount of surplus food to decrease the amount of food that is thrown into landfills. The law not only reduces methane but also increases food security.
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