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Colorado $10m grant fuels new MRF on state’s Western Slope

Published: October 7, 2025
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The award will provide about half of the expected costs for the new MRF, which will increase recycling access for the region’s rural population. | Rarrarorro / Shutterstock

The City of Grand Junction received a nearly $10 million grant to increase recycling access on Colorado’s Western Slope, including construction of a new MRF.

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Colorado approval signals path forward for PRO choice

Published: October 6, 2025
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The Lubricants Packaging Management Association became the first independent producer responsibility organization to gain approval in a state EPR program. | Air Images / Shutterstock

Although a designated producer responsibility organization (PRO) receives much of the attention for any state’s emerging extended producer responsibility (EPR) plan for packaging, independent PROs quietly address more specialized needs. Continue Reading

Women in Circularity: Heidi Sanborn

Published: September 30, 2025
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Heidi Sanborn, executive director of the National Stewardship Action Council | Courtesy Big Wave

A warm welcome back to “Women in Circularity,” where we shine a light on women moving us toward a circular economy. This month, I was pleased to connect with a leading voice and policy innovator in sustainable materials management: Heidi Sanborn. Heidi is the executive director of the National Stewardship Action Council, a national nonprofit organization that advocates for a responsible circular economy using extended producer responsibility (EPR) and other policy tools. With nearly four decades of experience, Heidi is often referred to as the “godmother of EPR” in the US. She has helped pass more EPR laws than anyone else in the US, building coalitions, inspiring new voices and creating solutions that deliver real results. 

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Casella marks gains, hurdles in 2025 progress report

Published: September 30, 2025
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Based in Vermont, Casella Waste Systems said efficiency improvements, customer partnerships and investment in infrastructure remain central to reaching its 2030 targets | Nordroden / Shutterstock

Casella Waste Systems emphasized both progress and challenges in its 2025 sustainability report, pointing to growth in recycling and community engagement. Continue Reading

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