Carton recycling reaches 63% of US households
Carton recycling access rose to 63% of US households in 2025 after 2.5M homes gained service, with 86% of recycling...
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UN trade data, tools aim to shape plastics treaty talks
UN agencies aim to use the harmonized trade data and a statistical framework to improve outcomes for the global negotiations,...
Focus on recycling film, flexibles takes shape in two reports
The US Plastics Pact and the Alliance to End Plastic Waste released reports outlining necessary steps to improving recycling outcomes...
Bipartisan reps introduce bill on recycling claims
Legislators introduced the Recycled Materials Attribution Act in the US House, drawing support from a new industry group and scrutiny...
APR, industry create proactive guidance for PET caps
The Association of Plastic Recyclers recognized that developing guidelines before PET caps were completely developed and commercialized was crucial, and...
APR expands recycling efforts in Mexico, Latin America
The organization aims to leverage Mexico's leadership in plastics recycling and vital role in North American markets.
Member states select new chair for global plastics treaty
During a short session, the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee elected Chilean diplomat Julio Cordano to continue efforts toward an internationally binding...
SWANA partners with Product Stewardship Institute
The Solid Waste Association of North America and the Product Stewardship Institute are formalizing their collaboration to address materials management...
German researchers say plastics treaty still within reach
In a new white paper, the group proposes three key changes to revive the treaty talks after a new chair...
PP cups now ‘widely recyclable’ with increased acceptance
With more than 60% of US households having access to curbside recycling collection for PP to-go drink cups, the How2Recycle...
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