CalRecycle: Tire Recycling Digitization

Partner Overview


CalRecycle is the branch of California’s Environmental Protection Agency responsible for managing the state’s waste andrecycling systems. Each year, California generates over 60 million waste tires, requiring rigorous oversight, tracking, and compliance.

The Challenge

Prior to Diversys, CalRecycle’s waste tire tracking relied on paper manifests, resulting in:

  • Frequent errors, omissions, and risk of fraud.
  • Delayed reporting and lack of real-time visibility.
  • Administrative burdens on haulers and regulators.
  • Difficulty integrating with legacy systems.

The Diversys Solutions

Selection Criteria

CalRecycle selected Diversys as a digital transformation partner based on:

  • A successful multi-month pilot with third-party haulers.
  • Strong early collaboration and industry credibility.
  • Turnkey platform implementation; no rip-and-replace.

    • Diversys Provided

  • A fully paperless e-manifest system via mobile and web.
  • Geo-tagged, time-stamped, and encrypted manifests.
  • Seamless API integration intoCalRecycle’s backend.
  • High data fidelity, supporting real-time compliance and audits.

    • Why it Worked

  • Strategic Fit: Diversys aligned with CalRecycle’s 5-year plan to modernize waste tracking.
  • No System Disruption: The solution enhanced existing infrastructure, avoiding costly change management.
  • Future-Ready: Diversys is now approved as a statewide vendor, enabling expansion into new waste streams like textiles.
  • Scalable Pricing Model: Cost is aligned to the number of users and hauler activity—not just licenses.

    • Key Results

    • $2.5M/year saved in admin costs
    • 60M+ tires diverted from landfills annually
    • 300,000+ manifests annually
    “Moving to digital reporting significantly enhances our tire recycling efforts. Real-time data ensures we meet our environmental goals while promoting sustainability across California.”

    -Zoe Heller, Executive Director, CalRecycle

    Users Supported Regulatory Impact System Confidence Operational Efficiency
  • 1400+ (Mobile)
  • 3000+ (Web)
  • $0 in fines or penalities since implementation.
  • 90% Boost in compliance.
  • < 30 sec compliance data access time.
  • 85% reduction in fraud and errors.
  • 40% less hauler reporting time.
  • Significant reduction in error prone workflows.

    • Interested in learning more about Diversys software?

    Whether you are looking to go digital, enhance your reporting or improve operational efficiencies, we can help. Complete the form and we’ll reach out.

    “Moving to digital reporting will significantly enhance our tire recycling efforts. A digital e-manifest provides a reliable tracking system and seamless information. This real-time information will ensure we meet our environmental goals while promoting sustainability across California.”

    Zoe Heller

    Executive Director, CalRecycle

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