As thermoforms get called an “untapped source” for reclaimed PET, Rumpke Waste & Recycling plans to begin accepting the containers in curbside recycling.
Source: Thermoform reclamation rises along with rPET demand | Packaging Dive
Author: Bob Hollis
Newly approved laws include updates to SB 1383 organics recycling regulations, propane cylinder restrictions and market development program extensions. Vetoed bills cover container deposits and organics assistance.
Source: California Gov. Newsom signs and vetoes multiple organics, recycling bills | Waste Dive
Several big recycling updates came out of the Golden State this weekend, including new policy, a lawsuit challenging ExxonMobil’s chemical recycling claims and an update about carpet recycling rates.Continue Reading→
As part of a joint initiative with GreenBlue, The Recycling Partnership (The Partnership) released its U.S. Community Recycling Program Acceptance Data
Berry Global CEO Kevin Kwilinski said in a statement the bill could “significantly increase use of recycled material in new products.” The legislation would also task EPA with setting certain national plastic recycling standards.
Source: Recycling bill in Congress calls for 30% recycled content in plastic packaging | Packaging Dive
The new opportunities build on a historic amount of infrastructure funding the Biden administration has awarded for recycling projects since last year, as well as efforts to build a circular economy for organics and other materials.
In My Opinion: MRF managers should focus on three areas
The chief operating officer of AI analytics company Greyparrot offers MRF operators advice on how to use data most effectively to improve operations in an era where they are awash in data.
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Coordinated lawsuits target the company’s role in pollution and describe the limitations of mechanical and advanced recycling to manage waste. Packaging companies have partnered with ExxonMobil to source recycled plastics.
SERI starts solar panel recycling certification
Solar panel recyclers can now achieve a specific SERI certification, under the newly added Appendix G for photovoltaic modules.
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Design For Compostability | BioCycle
The U.S. Plastics Pact released its Design for Compostability Playbook” in August 2024, along with similar Design for Circularity Playbooks on recyclability and reuse.