Monterey County and California’s solid waste systems are shaped by a complex network of infrastructure, regulations, and public policy, all working toward the goals of reducing landfill disposal and promoting sustainability. This white paper provides an overview of how waste is managed across jurisdictional boundaries and explains the broader system in which local agencies like ReGen Monterey operate.
It highlights the evolution of public waste facilities to meet state mandates and community needs through integrated operations focused on diversion, recycling, reuse, and public accountability.
