ISRI submitted comments on behalf of its members Sept. 7. … Read More…
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A year ago, some aluminum end markets were slowing purchases of the material. But demand has steadily increased throughout 2021, bringing welcome pricing for the municipal recycling sector. Used beverage cans (UBCs) were trading for 77.50 cents per pound ($1,550 …
More than halfway through 2021, recyclables remain a hot commodity. Prices for paper and most plastic curbside recyclables are at or near all time highs. After three years of record-setting lows, recyclers are enjoying this change. Yet, … Read More…
Bills regulating recyclability and compostability claims on packaging, restricting plastic scrap exports, and updating the state's bottle bill are heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Many were inspired by the state's recycling commission. … Read More…
Producers would need to meet strict criteria to use the “chasing arrows” symbol on their plastic packaging in California under a bill approved by lawmakers last week. An industry group says the move will harm polypropylene recycling. Senate Bill 343 …
This article appeared in the August 2021 issue of Resource Recycling. Subscribe today for access to all print content. The following is an excerpt from “Remains of the Everyday: A century of Recycling in Beijing,” written by Joshua Goldstein and …
A report this week from environmental group Greenpeace takes brand owners and industry groups to task for promoting recycling as the primary solution to plastic waste issues. Greenpeace on Sept. 14 published “The Climate Emergency Unpacked: How Consumer Goods Companies …
An environment-focused investment firm this month filed a shareholder resolution with Apple, asking the OEM to move away from its “restrictive” product repair policies. Green Century Capital Management on Sept. 9 announced the shareholder proposal. Through the resolution process, Apple …
SB 343 aims to ensure claims of recyclability on products and packaging are truthful and accurate. … Read More…
Steve Thomas of EMR Ltd. considers the challenges and opportunities awaiting recyclers who will confront end-of-life electric vehicles. … Read More…