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California report sparks debate over PP collection

Published: July 8, 2021
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The California Statewide Commission on Recycling Markets & Curbside Recycling in late June published an expansive report with recommendations for lawmakers. | Nordroden / Shutterstock

A government-convened commission of California recycling stakeholders has outlined steps to boost markets and cut contamination. But the group’s report also leaves polypropylene off a key initial list of accepted materials, drawing quick pushback from national associations.

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Keurig Dr Pepper now at 2% PCR in plastic packaging

Published: July 8, 2021
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KDP used 2% post-consumer resin across its plastic packaging portfolio in 2020, up from 0.4% in 2019. | Pavel Kapysh / Shutterstock

A major brand owner has significantly increased its recycled plastic use in recent years. But the company still has a ways to go to hit its 2025 goal of 25% post-consumer resin use.

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PET shrink label products meet recyclability guidelines

Published: July 8, 2021
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PET bottle labels can be problematic to the plastics recycling process, but three PET bottle label innovations recently received letters confirming their compatibility. | Ho Su A Bi / Shutterstock

The Association of Plastic Recyclers has recognized three shrink label innovations for their compatibility with PET recycling processes.

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New Jersey lawmakers advance recycled-content mandate

Published: June 30, 2021
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Legislators in New Jersey approved recycled-content mandates for select plastic products. | Wangkun Jia / Shutterstock

A bill establishing minimum post-consumer recycled plastic use in containers and bags was approved by the New Jersey Senate last week. State lawmakers are also considering a bill easing regulations for chemical recycling operations.

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