April 24, 2020 - Label & Narrow Web
APR in the News
Avery Dennison ‘Intent’ on meeting sustainability goals
Enhanced product portfolios, including ClearIntent, have been designed to positively impact the environment.
April 23, 2020 - Packaging Impressions
APR in the News
Embracing Environmental Aspirations
While the topic of sustainability is nothing new for packaging and converting businesses, ever-changing societal demands are pushing the industry to keep up with the latest trends.
April 23, 2020 - Plastics News
APR in the News
Plastics groups seek $1B for recycling in COVID bills
A coalition of plastics companies and trade groups is urging Congress to include up to $1 billion in recycling funding in future coronavirus legislation, saying that it fears recyclables collection could be hit hard by the pandemic.
April 17, 2020 - Waste Dive
APR in the News
Industry groups push for inclusion of recycling infrastructure in next federal coronavirus aid package
Recycling advocates and trade organizations are hopeful the next major federal stimulus package addressing impacts from the new coronavirus will include their sector.
April 15, 2020 - Waste Dive
APR in the News
Governments encouraged to expand procurement of products with PCR
From libraries to court houses to the curb, governments purchase a lot of plastic goods, including bags, collection carts or containers, and even outdoor furniture.
April 15, 2020 - Considerable
APR in the News
Why you’re supposed to leave the cap on when recycling
One recycling myth we can clear up right now.
April 13, 2020 - Karma
APR in the News
AI Was Already Transforming Waste Management. Then Came COVID-19.
Waste management companies accelerate move towards automation because of safety concerns.
April 6, 2020 - Tonny Rutakirwa
APR in the News
Can Plastic Film Be Recycled? Types, Recycle Hints, Tips, a Guide
Can plastic film be recycled? Newspaper bags, grocery bags, and bread packaging are among the types of plastic films that can be recycled. Plastic film products such as frozen produce, cling film and heavily printed bags should not be recycled.
April 3, 2020 - Environment and Energy Leader
APR in the News
Plastic Recyclers Group Launches Post-Consumer Resin Certification Program
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), an international trade association that represents the plastics recycling industry, introduced a post-consumer resin certification program. This effort is aimed at helping increase the supply and demand of post-consumer recycled plastics.
April 2, 2020 - Global Recycler, Karma
APR in the News
Coronavirus May Boost Recycling’s Status From Helpful to Critical
The deadly coronavirus epidemic is changing the image of recycling from something we do to help the environment to being a critical part of U.S. manufacturing.
April 1, 2020 - Plastics Recycling Update, Bioplastics News
APR in the News
APR and ACC both look to verify recycled content
Consumers may want products with recycled plastic, but how can they trust the items contain post-consumer material? Two industry groups have taken steps to answer that question.
March 31, 2020 - Global Recycler, Recycling Today, Ebony News Today
APR in the News
WM encourages recycling to support manufacturers during epidemic
Recyclable Materials Needed for Manufacturing Supply Chain to Produce Packaging for Grocery and Medical Supplies
March 30, 2020 - Plastics Technology, Recycling Today, Waste360, Waste Advantage
APR in the News
APR and NERC Announce New Government Recycling Demand Champion Program
APR’s campaign to increase demand for PCR expands to the public sector.
March 30, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR and NERC Launch New Government Recycling Demand Champion Program
Successful Campaign Expands Beyond Private Sector
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) today announced a new partnership with The Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) to grow a groundbreaking campaign that expands market demand for recycled resins and improves plastic recycling in North America. The Government Recycling Demand Champions, a companion to APR’s well-established Recycling Demand Champions Campaign, will be tailored to state, regional and local governments around the United States.
We're joined this week by special guest Brent Bell, the President of Waste Management Recycle America, to talk about the impacts of COVID-19 on the recycling industry. Steve and Brent discuss how the industry is modifying practices to keep employees and the public safe and healthy, communicating effectively with your workforce during these uncertai...
March 26, 2020 - Plastics News
APR in the News
Post-industrial plastics recyclers seek public attention
While there's a lot of discussion around challenges in recycling consumer packaging like plastic bottles, companies on the industrial side of the recycling ledger also faces difficulties
March 27, 2020 - APR Media Statement
Recycling programs are essential and must continue during this critical time.
As we all cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, your APR team is advocating for our industry before policymakers and opinion leaders in the media. Here is a public statement we are sharing widely. Feel free to adapt and use it for your own communication needs.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued federal guidance on the essential critical infrastructure workforce. Under that guidance and, in compliance with state directives, APR members are committed to continuing operations and providing essential services to their communities and to the country. The collection and processing of recyclable materials can be done safely, and we commend all those working in our industry for their dedication and efforts during these challenging times.
America’s recycling infrastructure is a critical component in the battle against COVID-19, providing the resources we need to fight the virus and preserving the economy while protecting the environment.
March 26, 2020 - Recycling Today, Plastics in Packaging, Global Meat News, Scrap
APR in the News
APR introduces postconsumer resin certification program
Association announces a process to endorse companies that provide third-party certification of PCR and promote its member companies that receive certification.
March 25, 2020 - Plastics Recycling Update
APR in the News
PET bottle label innovations achieve APR recognition
Three shrink films for PET bottles and a collection of label inks have passed recyclability reviews by the Association of Plastic Recyclers.
March 25, 2020 - Plastics Recycling Update
APR in the News
Plastics collection cuts prompt supply concerns
Recycling programs nationwide have curtailed service due to the coronavirus pandemic, potentially hampering the supply of scrap plastics moving to reclaimers in the weeks to come.
