DeAnne Toto, Editorial Director
Editorial Director
Recent Articles
Blue Whale Materials celebrates Oklahoma facility expansion
The expansion follows the commissioning of Blue Whale’s baseline black mass plant in August.
Monterrey Metal Recycling Solutions launches “We Can Challenge”
The initiative marks the launch of San Antonio Recycles Day.
USGS adds copper to critical minerals list
While the red metal has been on the Department of Energy’s list of Critical Materials, the USGS has not included it on its list until now.
Aerosol can features Elysis primary aluminum, recycled content
The launch, a partnership among Alcoa, Ball and Unilever, marks the first time Elysis carbon-free smelting technology has been used in consumer personal and home care packaging.
Redwood starts up South Carolina operations
The plant will be able to recover 20,000 metric tons of critical materials annually.
603 Auto Salvage launches e-commerce platform
The platform offers thousands of parts online at 40-70 percent less than new OEM parts and provides fast shipping to all 50 states.
BlueScope to get new CEO
Tania Archibald will succeed Mark Vassella as managing director and CEO, effective Feb. 1, 2026.
In memoriam: Alfred Arnold Nijkerk
Nijkerk was present at the founding of the BIR in Amsterdam almost eight decades ago and remained a supporter of the organization and its mission throughout his life.
An ever-evolving industry
Robin Wiener, president of the Recycled Materials Association, shares her thoughts on the evolution of the recycling industry and the association’s past and future advocacy work.
OnePlanet Solar Recycling receives R2v3 certification, plans expansion
The company says it offers transparency to the solar recycling industry.