Food Recovery Inspection Training: California SB 1383 Compliance
April 15, 22, 23, 2026 • 9 AM - 2 PM
Full Live Course (3 days) - $980
Virtual Zoom Meeting
Award-winning Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, in partnership with California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA) and Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), presents Food Recovery Inspection Training: California SB 1383 Compliance. Experts will present deep insights into the Edible Food Recovery aspect of California’s Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Act (SB 1383)
Discounts:
10% off for current CRRA and SWANA members
Group rate 3 or more participants save 15% - Use code: GROUPSPRING26
Early bird discount: save $25 when you register before March 20, 2026 - Use code: EARLYSPRING26
If your organization would like to pay by check, please reach out to marketing@solanacenter.org for more details.
Solana Center has extensive experience inspecting and providing technical assistance to hundreds of businesses and food rescue organizations. Experts will present deep insights into the Edible Food Recovery aspect of California’s Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Act (SB 1383). Part 1 introduces relevant aspects of the law and then focuses on edible food rescue requirements. Part 2 takes place over two days and provides comprehensive training for conducting edible food recovery inspections in the commercial sector. Thousands of inspection hours have been distilled into a digestible format. Registrants who attend all 3 days of the training will receive a certificate of completion.
“This course has helped grow my knowledge about the importance of Food Recovery for both people and the planet. The information from the course helps to understand the potential Food Recovery programs have towards the goal of creating a sustainable future.” - Participant from August 2025 training.
This course is intended for employees of jurisdictions and organizations who support SB1383 compliance throughout the state of California.
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Testimonials:
“This course has helped grow my knowledge about the importance of Food Recovery for both people and the planet. The information from the course helps to understand the potential Food Recovery programs have towards the goal of creating a sustainable future.”
-Lee Mutter, City of El Cajon
“The course struck a good balance between theory and practical tools and resources for use in the field during inspections. The real-life examples made the process seem approachable and helped me feel less intimidated about doing the inspections.”
-Liza Sagun, City of Azusa, Environmental Programs Specialist
“Good class, lots of good information to implement in my jurisdiction.”
-Pamela Quick, Town of Apple Valley
“This training was a great opportunity to learn more about the food recovery aspects of SB 1383. As someone who is new to their role and will soon be conducting these inspections, it was great to learn more about the process and be able to hear accounts from people who are experienced at being in the field. After this training, I am eager to get started conducting inspections to help bolster our city's food recovery program!”
-Kayla Casillas, City of Torrance
