A network of groups claims polypropylene containers are “widely recyclable,” despite ample evidence to the contrary. Source: Inside the industry push to label your yogurt cup ‘recyclable’ | Grist Read More…
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A network of groups claims polypropylene containers are “widely recyclable,” despite ample evidence to the contrary. Source: Inside the industry push to label your yogurt cup ‘recyclable’ | Grist Read More…
As the state looks to dramatically reduce disposal volumes in the coming years, the shift is prompting new questions about the waste industry’s operating model. Orange County is one notable landfill operator pivoting to composting. Source: What California’s organics recycling law could mean for the future of landfills | Waste Dive Read More…
Scott Woods, founder of the compost equipment company, highlights a new facility built at a Republic Services landfill as well as trends around PFAS, community relations, infrastructure funding and more. Source: Sustainable Generation CEO talks solar-powered composting and infrastructure trends | Waste Dive Read More…
The Container Recycling Institute recently outlined what it will cost to expand California’s bottle bill to include wine and spirits. CRI says some spending is necessary, but the bill could be too costly in the long term. Read More…
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The compostable packaging market is expected to grow 17 percent on an annual basis between 2020 and 2027, according to Data Bridge Market Research. With the shift of materials entering the organics stream, compost facilities are being met with contamination challenges. Read More…
The state is adding wine and spirits containers to its recycling redemption … First, the good news for recyclers across the state of California. Read More…
California thermoform bill vetoed Following industry pushback, California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have mandated the use of some level of post-consumer resin in thermoform food and drink packaging. → Read More…
Reclaimer to close Southeast plastics recycling plant Plastics recycling company PreZero US will close its South Carolina recycling facility and instead concentrate on expanding recycling capabilities in California. → Read More…
It cuts plastic packaging by 25 percent in 10 years and requires 65 percent of all single-use plastic packaging to be recycled in the same timeframe. Read More…