Congratulations to Ravago Recycling, the latest recycler to receive APR PCR Certification for their LDPE. They join a growing number of companies taking this important step to build trust and transparency in the post-consumer recycled content market, and support the long-term vision of a circular economy. 🎉✅ https://lnkd.in/enNN46e
Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)
Environmental Services
Washington, District of Columbia 25,974 followers
APR is an international non-profit focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics.
About us
APR is a US-based international non-profit and the only North American organization focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics. Our tools & resources help companies design packaging that can be recycled, support innovations that overcome existing recycling challenges, and encourage stable and reliable markets for post-consumer recycled content. All so that the plastic recyclers—those that we represent—can successfully turn plastic waste into a new resource.
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https://plasticsrecycling.org/
External link for Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
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2050 M St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20036, US
Employees at Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)
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Edward Socci
Director, Sustainable Materials and Technologies at PepsiCo
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Pia Baker
Brand & Sustainability Consultant I Partner at Grounded World- B Corp, 1% for the Planet I Recycling Aficionado
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Jagannath Srivatsan
Sustainability and Circular Economy Consultant | Board Advisor at Ocean Material®
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Sandeep Kulkarni
Technical Consultant at Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)
Updates
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"Sustainability is not a trend, but a responsibility." Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. (makers of REPREVE® )'s achievement of recycling 40 billion bottles into Repreve fabric underscores the crucial role of corporate commitment. https://ow.ly/OV0z50SufGf
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Summer is here, and so is Episode 33 of the APR Podcast!🌞🎧 Join host Kara Pochiro and APR's Technical Director Scott Trenor as they discuss recycling tips for summer events and how manufacturers can design for recyclability. Learn more about sustainable practices for the warmer months and complete the cycle of recycling. Tune in Here: https://ow.ly/FRqW50SuN7v
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CleanHub's latest report sheds light on the plastic waste export crisis. High-income nations are exporting millions of tonnes of plastic waste, often to countries that lack proper recycling infrastructure. This highlights the need for better policies and industry practices to achieve true circularity in plastic recycling. Read more about CleanHub's findings and the upcoming EU ban on plastic waste shipments to non-OECD countries starting in 2026. 🌍📊 https://ow.ly/oFEP50Sufqb
European countries make up 7 of top 10 plastic waste exporters, according to report
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Join us October 22-24 in Charlotte, NC, for APR's Fall Member Meeting. Engage with industry experts, attend informative sessions, and network with peers committed to improving plastic recycling. Early bird rates end August 2—register today! 🤝♻️ Not a member? Come see if APR membership is right for you—non-member companies may attend one APR Member Meeting at the non-member rate before joining.
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Addressing the challenges of plastic waste, the Responsible Recycling Alliance (RRA) proposes a sustainable path forward. With APR members PreZero US, EFS-plastics Inc. and Merlin Plastics Supply Inc., the coalition emphasizes integrating reusable plastic film grocery bags into California's recycling program. Full details here: https://ow.ly/2S7750St5eS
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Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) reposted this
One big initiative the US Plastics Pact is working on is to help all stakeholders along the plastics value chain understand the underlying technical specifications of PCR. This in turn will lead to greater application across the board. On an episode of Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)’s Plastic Content Podcast - Emily Tipaldo from UPP talks about this broader mission and how collaboration at scale can lead to greater success. Matium was built intentionally with technical specifications of materials in mind. Our goal was to help educate users on where substitutions could occur as well as where supply/demand truly is in the most granualr aspects of the market. We are proud to be an Activator of UPP and encourage you to listen to the podcast below. https://lnkd.in/eJ_rTn9g
Ep 31: Recycle More, Use Less: A conversation with the U.S. Plastics Pact’s Emily Tipaldo.
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Interested in understanding global EPR requirements? 🤔🌎 APR's Global Design Catalog has your back. Subscribe today for consolidated, regularly updated recyclability guidelines for 12 different countries and regions. From extensive design features to recyclability criteria, it's your go-to resource. https://ow.ly/Lo2V50SqzWI
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Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) reposted this
Looking forward to being part of this great lineup including Rafael Auras and Andrew Stephens to discuss Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)'s efforts to help US recyclers and manufactures meet the PPWR regulations. Still time to join!
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