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Extended producer responsibility, chemical recycling growth, recycling access data, a PET supply agreement and an in-progress bottle-to-bottle plant drew reader attention in January.
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The latest plastics recycling news

Top stories from June 2025
The list below shows our top stories published in June in terms of unique page views.
Editor’s farewell: So long, but not goodbye
My last day with Resource Recycling was June 27, but it’s a bit of a “not goodbye, but see you later” situation, as I shift into freelancing.
RIT researchers develop AI-based textile recycling system
Researchers at the Rochester Institute of Technology are developing a high-speed automated system to disassemble and recycle clothing.
Malaysia’s import ban ‘very much up in the air’
On July 1 Malaysia implemented new regulations that include an apparent ban on U.S.-sourced imports of scrap plastic, causing confusion and consternation both domestically and in Southeast Asia. And although commodity brokers indicated that the changes were disrupting supply chains ahead of implementation, they added that relief could be seen soon.
Proposed Canadian EPR changes could inform US plans
Ontario, Canada’s most populous province, is looking to make adjustments to its signature law for extended producer responsibility in packaging, in response to producer feedback about costs and other program concerns.
Researchers: Effective plastic treaty requires production cuts
Scientists from universities in several countries released a paper that concluded production cuts must be part of the legally binding treaty to manage global plastic pollution if it’s to achieve its goals.
Q&A: With EPR incoming, end markets are crucial
In a wide-ranging interview, Keefe Harrison of The Recycling Partnership expressed concern over the state of recycled material end markets, brand owners rolling back recycled content targets, and the detrimental effects of “silver bullet” thinking when trying to improve the U.S. recycling system.