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CRI credits DRS modifications for Connecticut container recycling rate boost
The Container Recycling Institute says deposit-return system changes in Connecticut helped the beverage container recycling rate grow to 65 percent in 2024.
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Researchers consider recycling lottery outcomes
A study in western Canada finds a chance to win $1,000 by recycling a bottle could yield higher returns compared with 10-cent returns.
McKinsey: Recyclability equates to sustainability for US residents
A McKinsey survey shows packaging recyclability is top of mind for sustainability-backing Americans, although convenience and price remain paramount.
California's Catalina Island gets CRV redemption access
With the installation of an Olyns Cube, residents and visitors conveniently can redeem CRV beverage containers.
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Tomra unveils automated collection point for reusable takeaway food packaging
The Rotake system accepts reusable food boxes, bowls and cups and refunds deposits instantly to consumers’ mobile wallets or credit cards.
CalRecycle director confirmed by state senate
California’s state senate has unanimously confirmed Zoe Heller, appointed last May, as the director of the CalRecycle agency.
Recycle From Home adds another California city
The California CRV beverage container collection service is now available in Huntington Beach.
NRC seeks speakers for October event
Accepted speakers will make their presentations at the 2025 National Recycling Coalition congress Oct. 1-3 in Wichita, Kansas.
US Plastics Pact report charts expansion path for recycled content in packaging
The organization says its report outlines policy and market solutions to expand postconsumer recycled content and advance circularity.
Combined DRS, EPR legislation introduced in Rhode Island
The proposed bill comes on the heels of a study that explored issues with recycling practices for plastic bottles, glass, aluminum, nips and single-use plastic packaging in the state.
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