In a veto letter, Newsom said he supports efforts to reduce plastic pollution, but he contends the bill could interfere with SB 54, a bill he signed in June that is widely considered to be the most comprehensive extended producer responsibility law for packaging in the U.S. That law requires numerous reductions and eliminations in […]
Category Archives: Recycling
How Creating Recyclable Products Support Effective Waste Management
Companies need to develop products that are recyclable to support effective waste management. Recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills, and it also helps to conserve resources. While some products can be recycled easily, others require more effort. Companies that make products that are difficult or impossible to recycle […]
How Paper, Metal, Wood, Glass, and Plastics Are Recycled
Recycling is the process of taking used materials and turning them into new products. It helps to reduce pollution and conserve resources. There are many different types of recycling, but most involve sorting materials into groups and then using them to create new products. Process of Paper Recycling The process of recycling paper begins with […]
Tracking the future of US recycling policy in Congress
International trade decisions, fluctuating commodity markets and concerns about infrastructure have taken a toll on U.S. recycling programs in the past few years, sparking Congress and the Biden administration to take action on a number of recycling-related initiatives. The coronavirus pandemic stalled legislative momentum in 2020 — with the exception of Save Our Seas 2.0 — but […]
How to Do Reliable Waste Management and Recycling
Waste management in your industry or business is crucial to your success. It’s vital to ensure that all of your waste is disposed of correctly, and in a way that won’t impact negatively on the environment. The best way to do this is to have a reliable waste management and recycling system in place. There […]
New Initiative Aims to Help Local Recycling Programs
Colorado’s Front Range Waste Diversion is seeking proposals for the second phase of its Technical Assistance Service Provider program. The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s Front Range Waste Diversion (FRWD) program is piloting a new model to help advance communities up what it calls the “zero-waste ladder,” and its board is seeking proposals […]
Top 10 Benefits of Recycling for Businesses
Recycling is often thought of as something that is done at home to help the environment, but it can be beneficial for businesses as well. Here are the top 10 recycling benefits for businesses: 1. Saves money Recycling can save businesses money on waste disposal costs. When businesses recycle, they can reduce the amount of […]