Author Archives: Catherine Goodall and Marissa Segundo

Critical Mass: How EPS processing is evolving

Published: August 10, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Catherine Goodall and Marissa Segundo

This story originally appeared in the May 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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EPR is the answer

Published: August 15, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Matt Prindiville and Jamie Rhodes

This story originally appeared in the May 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged brand owners, EPR/stewardship, Europe, May 2016 |

First steps for secondary processors

Published: November 15, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Mike Verespej

This story originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged Aug. 2016 |

A fresh film philosophy

Published: November 15, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Nina Bellucci Butler

This story originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged Aug. 2016, challenging materials, film, plastic bags |

Expanding the scope

Published: November 15, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Steve Russell and Mike Gruber

This story originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Opinion, Print edition | Tagged Aug. 2016 |

A quick stop for collection

Published: December 8, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Blair L. Pollock

This story originally appeared in the November 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged collection, Nov. 2016 |

Bag ban basics

Published: December 8, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Lisa Skumatz and Dana D'Souza

This story originally appeared in the November 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged bag bans, challenging materials, legislation, Nov. 2016, plastic bags |

The rise of EPS ordinances

Published: December 8, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Travis P. Wagner

This story originally appeared in the November 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition | Tagged Nov. 2016 |

Going beyond collection

Published: December 10, 2016
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Resa Dimino

This story originally appeared in the November 2016 issue of Plastics Recycling Update.

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Posted in Print edition, Top stories | Tagged collection, Nov. 2016, PET, thermoforms |

Buying in

Published: February 27, 2017
Updated: February 21, 2018
by Mike Verespej

Posted in Print edition | Tagged Feb. 2017 |

The latest plastics recycling news

New version of California EPR regulations released
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery released a revised draft of SB 54 regulations, two months after the governor rejected the first version of the extended producer responsibility for paper and packaging rules.
Texas bottle bill hits milestone, but does not pass
A bipartisan bill in Texas to introduce a bottle deposit return system ran out of time for a state House vote, but supporters see cause for optimism after a strong showing during the recently concluded biennial legislative session.
Research, programs improve film recycling access
Most Americans have access to a store drop-off site for film plastics, according to a new study by the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.
PakTech prepares for benefits, challenges under EPR
Extended producer responsibility programs, labeling requirements and minimum PCR mandates offer both challenges and opportunities, and company leaders at 100% PCR packaging manufacturer PakTech have been steadily working to position the company for the future.
Bale pricing bucks seasonal trend, trade alliances shift
Post-consumer plastics bales are defying typical springtime trends, with average pricing in May reported flat-to-softer on the month as the peak summer season nears.
Industry nuance is key in adopting emerging technology
The data supplied by technologies like artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a must-have for recycling businesses, but companies should be judicious in which tools they employ to achieve the best results, experts said at the Recycled Materials Association’s annual conference.
HDPE, PP, PET prices taper off this month
After a long runup, natural and colored HDPE grades saw sharp decreases in value once again in May, joined by drops in PET and PP prices.