The United States has seen a dramatic shift in waste practices over the past several years. While landfills are still the most common destination for waste, individuals and organizations are actively seeking out sustainable alternatives. Traditional recycling facilities have been joined by additional environmental solutions such as composters, e-waste processors and anaerobic digesters.
Residential fiber values have flattened out, while post-consumer PET prices continue a steady recent climb.
Is achieving a circular economy realistic?
There’s no denying it; the world is experiencing a plastic waste crisis and it’s growing – but so is public awareness and action.