The reintroduced RECYCLE Act is a distraction from the systemic changes offered by the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act, writes the Alliance of …
Deep diamonds contain evidence of deep-Earth recycling processes
Deep diamonds contain evidence of deep-Earth recycling processes. Findings allow us to trace how minerals from the surface are drawn down into the …
Bottle bills are not the answer for Vermont recycling
Fact: In Vermont, only 11% of the curbside recycling stream is landfilled as contamination as compared to the national statistic cited. And, through strong …
Recycling carts for curbside collection set for residential delivery
Cranbrook’s next step towards automated curbside recycling is set to begin, with the delivery of carts to residential households starting next week.
Hyannis water, sewer, recycling fee increases proposed for FY 22
If approved after 30 days of public comment, Hyannis Water System rates would increase by 7%; water treatment costs, by 2%; recycling stickers, …
Chemical recycling now at the center of national plastics debate
Chemical recycling processes are specifically excluded from the definition of “recycling” under the recently introduced Break Free From Plastic …
The Estée Lauder Companies leverage molecular recycling tech for sustainable beauty packaging
In partnership with global specialty materials company Eastman, the beauty maker plans to meet 2025 sustainability goals using recycled and/or …
PCR mandates gain traction but come with complexity
Policymakers and brand owners have recently emphasized boosting recycled content in plastic packaging to try to enhance recycling. At a conference …
CARE reaches legal settlement with California regulators
California regulators had fined the Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE), accusing the stewardship group of failing to improve carpet recycling …
Lucent execs sentenced for federal crimes
Money laundering and securities fraud have landed two former plastics recycling executives in federal prison. | Zolnierek/Shutterstock. Two former …