1 | ACC report shows jump in rigid recycling
The American Chemistry Council and Moore Recycling Associates have released their 2009 National Report on Postconsumer Non-Bottle Rigid Plastic Recycling, which shows a 33 percent year-over-year jump in rigid plastic recycling in the U.S.
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2 | PRC room block extended
The Plastics Recycling Conference has secured an additional room block at the JW Marriott that is located less than one block on Canal St. from the Sheraton New Orleans. Conference attendees will receive a special discounted rate of $189 plus taxes/fees for single/double occupancy. Hotel reservations can be made directly with the JW Marriott by calling 888-364-1200. When calling to make your hotel reservation, identify yourself with the Plastics Recycling Conference to receive the special conference rate. Hotel reservations must be made today, February 18th and are based on availability. Rooms are limited, reserve your hotel room now.
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3 | Pesticide container collection sets record
The Ag Container Recycling Council has announced that the collection of pesticide containers exceeded 8 million pounds for the first time in 2010, with 8,068,107 pounds of material recycled. The volume is a 2.7 percent year-over-year increase from 2009, and brings the total volume of pesticide containers recycled since 1992 to 117 million pounds.
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4 | Biopackaging on the rise
Although still a relatively new phenomenon, biopackaging is increasingly penetrating mainstream packaging, according to a new report.
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5 | Coke/KAB bin grant program applications open
Government agencies, civic organizations, schools and nonprofit groups that manage local recycling operations can apply to get a leg-up from a grant program jointly operated by Coca-Cola Recycling and Keep America Beautiful.
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6 | PRC 2011: The new world of plastics sustainability
The conference opens with a thorough look at the key driver in today's market � the sustainability of plastics. Plastics producers, converters and brand owners are revising their business models to incorporate sustainability concepts. This is resulting in significant changes in the supply chain, including in plastics recycling. Three experts will provide extensive information on this important issue.
The Plastics Recycling Conference is universally considered a must-attend event for industry insiders and is an excellent opportunity to meet and network with clients, prospective partners, colleagues, vendors and industry leaders. For more information on how to attend the 2011 Plastics Recycling Conference, March 1-2 in New Orleans, visit www.plasticsrecycling.com.
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7 | CO, WA legislatures introduce bottle bills
Bills have been introduced in the Colorado and Washington legislatures that would add them to the 11 states that have passed legislation enacting beverage container deposit systems.
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8 | NewsBits
Collection and plastic product news dominate this week's NewsBits.
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9 | Upcoming conferences
Click here for a complete directory of upcoming conferences!
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10 | Jobs Available & Sought
VP Sales and Marketing, Omni Resource Recovery, Inc..
Details are available here.
Service and Repair Technician, Steinert US.
Details are available here.
Service Manager, Steinert US.
Details are available here.
Plastics Business Development, Continental Waste Management LLC (Raleigh, North Carolina).
Details are available here.
PET Procurement Specialist, Perpetual Recycling Solutions (Richmond, Indiana).
Details are available here.
Regional Manager, Steinert US.
Details are available here.
Jobs Sought
Database of job seekers available here.
If you would like to submit a job available or job sought listing, send an email to newsletter editor Henry Leineweber at [email protected].
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