Hand-picked articles with the latest and most important information about the recycling industry.
Hand-picked articles with the latest and most important information about the recycling industry.
In 2020 the Authority contracted with ReCREATE Waste Collaborative to conduct a pilot study with the goal of identifying and reducing contamination in the residential commingled recycling stream. You can read the project overview, key findings, and recommendations in the ReCreate Project Report.
Anaergia Inc. reports that the California Public Utilities Commission has conditionally approved a long-term biomethane procurement contract between Source: California Public Utilities Commission Conditionally Approves
At Earth911, people often ask us, “Is shredded paper recyclable?” The answer is still “yes, but”—and how and where you can recycle it has changed
Most of us feel a small sense of satisfaction when we take out the recycling. Whether you set materials on the curb, bring electronics to
There are many reasons to grow your own food. Avoiding pesticides. Reducing the environmental impact of transporting produce. Improving the nutritional value of the produce
As the spring flowers start to appear and the days get longer, the urge to dig in the dirt returns. But you don’t have to
Here’s a number that should make you uncomfortable: the global economy is only 7.2% circular. That means that for every 100 pounds of steel, plastic,
The Flexible Packaging Association and the American Forest & Paper Association are among the plaintiffs seeking a preliminary injunction to block enforcement of SB 343
“Reduce, reuse, recycle” is a great slogan but has contributed to consumer confusion. Source: Recycled content has a messaging problem
When your phone screen cracks or your laptop battery dies, what do you do? For years, most people just bought a new one. Companies made
Do you have a box of old electrical wires and cables lying in a corner of your house? You’re not alone. According to the UN’s
Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release: February 26, 2026 Media Contact: Lance Klug | [email protected] SACRAMENTO – Documenting ongoing failures to provide safe, convenient
For years, Gary Anderson’s friends even didn’t know he designed the three iconic arrows. Source: What The Man Who Invented the Recycling Symbol Thinks Today
State and local plastic bans are gradually changing how Americans shop, eat, and handle waste. Twelve states now ban single-use plastic bags, and seven have
It’s seed-ordering season. As you browse this year’s catalog, plan to help butterflies, bees, and birds keep our food system running. Plan your garden to
Find thrift stores and donation centers near you in Apple Valley, Barstow, Big Bear, Hesperia, Victorville, Yucca Valley, and more. Shop used, reduce waste, and support your local community.
State leaders, environmental regulators, industry partners, and local officials gathered at the California State Capitol to celebrate the 10-year Source: Mattress Recycling Council Celebrates 10
Editor’s Note: We received this intriguing question from a Scouting leader, how do you recycle a flag while respecting it appropriately. When an American flag
Martha Stewart’s wish to be composted reflects growing cultural acceptance of human composting as more U.S. states legalize natural organic reduction. Source: Martha Stewart Wants
Black plastic gets its color from carbon black pigment and is commonly used in food… The post Recycling Mystery: Black-Colored Plastic appeared first on Earth911.
This past year has seen a frenetic push to enact federal environmental laws, fueled by a looming national target: 50% recycling by 2030; meanwhile, the
The Worst in Show winners prove that just because you can add tech doesn’t mean you should. Source: Worst in Show 2025: – iFixit
Story has been updated to clarify beverage container recycling rates. California has published its first estimates of recycling rates for Source: California posts initial recycling
In the latest speed bump for implementing SB 54, CalRecycle withdrew proposed regulations from the Office of Administrative Law’s review. It plans revisions related to packaging
For the first time, CalRecycle published estimated recycling rates for materials that will be covered under packaging EPR law SB 54. Source: How much plastic, paper,
“Paper or plastic?” You won’t be hearing that common question at California grocery stores any more starting Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. That’s when a new
Lithium-ion batteries are the driving force behind products that have redefined life over the past… The post Recycling Mystery: Bulging Lithium-Ion Batteries appeared first on
Right-to-repair rules are moving from fringe cause to market force, and electronics recyclers will feel the effects along the entire lifecycle, speakers told attendees at
Waste and recycling operators are heading into another year of elevated fire risk as lithium-ion batteries from electronics and disposable vapes continue to slip into
Right-to-repair rules are pushing longevity and reuse deeper into product design, but thin hardware, device locks and weak data are still holding back progress, several
The process of recycling our paper and plastic materials is familiar to most of us…. The post Recycling Mystery: Milk and Juice Cartons appeared first
Following tense, extended negotiations in Belém, Brazil, the fractious COP30 meeting concluded with a compromise… The post COP30 Concludes With A Roadmap That Lacks A
When we think of Thanksgiving, we see images of family, tradition, and food. Probably way too much food. As families gather around the dinner tables
Plastic production, use and disposal each year saddles the US with up to $1.1 trillion in social costs, the bulk of which are due to
While packaging groups opposed the PFAS bill, it was ultimately derailed by pushback from the restaurant industry. The California governor also vetoed a bill to
Recycling Today Source: California AG files lawsuit against plastic bag manufacturers – Recycling Today
Three out of four garages in the U.S. are too full to hold cars, according… The post 12 Things in Your Garage You Can Reuse
As the brilliant colors of early fall fade in the northern U.S. states, many of… The post Green Living Tips for Fall appeared first on
What the heck does it mean to live a zero waste lifestyle? Can I really… The post How To Make Less Trash the Simple Way
The Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority has been recognized at a national level for its leadership in renewable energy and water recycling at WEFTEC 2025.
The study is mandated by the state’s SB 54 EPR for packaging regulations. It sheds light on how covered materials might be diverted from landfills
One of the most universal truths in the world is that children love crafts. Virtually… The post Unleash Kids’ Creativity With These Natural Craft Ideas
There’s something so special about planting a garden, watching it grow, harvesting, and then enjoying… The post 7 Ways To Preserve Your Garden Harvest appeared
Mulch is any material you use to cover bare soil in a landscape. But mulching… The post Mulch 101: Mulching Your Soil for a Healthy
The bills now await a decision from Gov. Gavin Newsom. Legislators declined to act on a bill that had backing from Republic Services related to recycled content
This piece is part of the weekly series “Growing Forward: Insights for Building Better Food and Agriculture Systems,” presented by the Global Food Institute at
A love for the environment comes naturally with a love for the outdoors. Unfortunately, we… The post How To Create an Environmentally Friendly Oasis in
The Foodservice Packaging Institute updated its toolkit to help create recycling education campaigns. Stakeholders underscore the need for collaboration and taking a “careful step-by-step approach”
Many store-bought cleaning products contain toxins such as propylene glycol, ammonium hydroxide, and synthetic fragrances…. The post Germs Gone Wild: 5 Natural Cleaning Recipes To
Plastics groups will push recycling over environmentalists’ calls for plastic production caps. Recycling groups will monitor the next round of talks for clues on infrastructure and
Learn why not all plastics are recyclable in the High Desert and Mountain regions, how local recycling systems sort and process plastics, and what actions you can take to recycle right and support our community.
Meanwhile, multiple companies have been trying to formally demonstrate a recycling rate of at least 25% for expanded polystyrene in order to stay on the
After nearly two weeks of tense negotiations, the world’s attempt to forge the first legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution collapsed in Geneva, leaving
Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release: August 7, 2025 Media Contact: Lance Klug | [email protected] California’s recycling department announced $131 million in new funding
As a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution inches forward, the hunt continues for workable substitutes. Source: Plastic Waste Is Piling Up, but Alternative Materials
The typical American home requires 15 to 25 solar panels to address 100% of its… The post Solar Panel Recycling In 2025 appeared first on
Retailers launch CA campaign to ditch single-use bags legislation, Brand owners Continue Reading→ The post Retailers launch CA campaign to ditch single-use bags appeared first
Some packaging firms say aluminium could be used more widely in packaging, but cost may hold it back Source: Could aluminium become the packaging ‘champion’?
legislation, Brand ownersContinue Reading→ Source: Retailers launch CA campaign to ditch single-use bags
What’s a triple compost bin, and why might you need one? Good question. More than… The post Three Times the Action: Build Your Own Triple
California’s landmark plastic pollution reduction law could deliver $32 billion in net benefits and slash plastic waste by 1.9 billion pounds, according Source: New State
California prepares for textile EPR with public workshop Business owners, potential producer responsibility organizations and industry experts gathered virtually and in person last week to
You might think your daily home habits are harmless, but some quietly contribute to environmental… The post 7 Seemingly Harmless Household Habits Wrecking the Environment
Although your children may be thrilled to be out of school for the summer, they… The post 6 Green Parenting Tips for Summer appeared first
Reduce, reuse, recycle. For years, we’ve heard that environmental mantra. And we follow it, more… The post 9 Ways to Inspire Reuse in Your Community
Recycling solar panels seems like a smart idea, but it’s complicated. Built to withstand years of wind and weather, solar panels are designed for strength,
Visited 261 times, 60 visit(s) today Source: Compost and Soil Microscopy Mini-Course – Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Scientists from universities in several countries released a paper that concluded production cuts must be part of the legally binding treaty to manage global plastic
Garden pests are a fact of life for gardeners. There’s no escaping it — lots… The post These Beneficial Insects Can Help Your Garden Thrive
Are you planting a vegetable garden for the first time this year? Most nongardeners imagine that… The post Succession Planting for a Successful Garden appeared first
When you think of “compost,” what comes to mind? Gardening? Food scraps? Waste? Well, what… The post Composting at Home: A Natural Way to Revitalize
Bills managing marine flares, establishing a tax exemption for certain Chiquita Canyon compensation payments and expanding composting regulations for certain farmers are still in play
Consumers consider packaging sustainability when making purchases, but weigh other characteristics more heavily, according to a study from McKinsey & Co. The consulting firm presents
Plastics are everywhere in food packaging, clothing, carpeting, personal care products, appliances, cars, and electronics…. The post How To Reduce Your Exposure to Microplastics: A
Bills managing marine flares, establishing a tax exemption for certain Chiquita Canyon compensation payments and expanding composting regulations for certain farmers are still in play
More than two dozen lawmakers signed a letter urging the governor and CalRecycle to toss regulations drafted to implement landmark plastic legislation they say ignores
CalRecycle’s latest attempt at rules to implement the state’s plastic waste law is under fire — including for its decision to use ISO guidelines on
Newsom scuttled the finalization of a landmark waste law, leading CalRecycle to propose new rules. Critics say the rules pander to industry by making broad
Circular Action Alliance (CAA), the first nonprofit producer responsibility organization in the U.S., is rapidly expanding to help industries comply with extended producer responsibility (EPR)
Is your garden plot so small that you can’t grow as much as you’d like?… The post How To Maximize Your Vegetable Garden Harvest appeared
California advisory board examines barriers to EPR Members of the California extended producer responsibility for packaging advisory board have identified dozens of barriers to implementation
Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release: May 19, 2025 Media Contact: Lance Klug | [email protected] SACRAMENTO– With broad support from local government, environmental and
Chemical or advanced recycling was all the rage at the Circularity 2025 Conference in late… The post Is Advanced Recycling The Latest Plastics Industry Deception?
On average, every American sends 1,646.15 pounds of solid waste to landfills every year. If… The post We Earthlings: Recycle Paper and Cardboard appeared first
California continues to lead on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) with several ambitious bills in 2024, including updates to existing programs and newly proposed legislation targeting
The average person generates 4.9 pounds of waste each day. Of that waste, just 1.9… The post 7 Steps Toward a Zero-Waste Lifestyle appeared first
How did you spend Earth Day? Perhaps you planted a tree, picked up litter, reduced… The post How To Keep the Earth Day Momentum Going
Partnership provides point-of-sale repair info Two big names in the electronics repair and refurbishment space are partnering up to influence consumer and manufacturer behavior and
If you have trouble using perishable food before it spoils, you’re certainly not alone. In… The post 10 Creative Ways To Help Keep Food Fresh
Textile recycling: Where do we stand? This article appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Plastics Recycling Update. Subscribe today for access to all print content. In
Grocery shopping can be challenging enough, trying to decipher ingredient labels to determine which products… The post Understanding Regenerative Agriculture Labels To Make Better Food
Walmart, Berry keep working toward 2025 plastics goals With the arrival of the benchmark year of 2025, two industry giants announced challenges and progress in
Tariff whirlwind continues with delays, retaliation Country-specific reciprocal tariffs have been pushed out until July, but a universal base rate tariff rolled out last week,
CA compostable labeling deadline worries producers A deadline coming up in a California labeling bill is causing concern among some manufacturers of compostable products, who
CalRecycle said that after a review, there’s not sufficient data showing covered materials meet a required 25% recycling rate. This clarifies what many had already considered
It’s been in the news for years now — the bee population has been dying… The post Pollinate Success: 5 Tips for Planting a Bee-Friendly
The Los Angeles County fires destroyed thousands of properties. Local residents, including a National Recycling Coalition member, now face cleanup and rebuilding decisions.
Before you make your next purchase, ask yourself these four questions for conscious shopping: Do… The post We Earthlings: 4 Questions for Conscious Shopping appeared
Since last July, companies selling single-use plastic beverage containers in the EU have had to tether caps or lids. California legislators advanced a similar regulation that beverage makers
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