October 29, 2020 - APR Press Release Record Number of Innovations Recognized During October APR Member Meeting Enhancing the recyclability of products to serve a global industry The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) announced a record number of innovations that have received APR Critical Guidance Recognition (CGR) during the October 2020 Virtu...
September 25, 2020 - APR Press Release California Governor Signs Mandatory Recycled Content Bill Nation's first recycled content requirement for plastic beverage containers will increase collection and supply, expand market demand The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom today for signing the United State...
August 26, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR Joins U.S. Plastics Pact as Activator and Advisor
As The Voice of Plastics Recycling®, and a founding Activator, the APR will serve on the U.S. Pact Advisory Council’s Expert Panel.
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) has joined the U.S. Plastics Pact, a collaborative, solutions-driven initiative rooted in four ambitious goals intended to drive significant systems change by unifying diverse cross-sector approaches, setting a national strategy, and creating scalable solutions to create a path forward toward a circular economy for plastics in the United States by 2025.
August 20, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR Publishes PE Film Critical Guidance and Test Documents
Working with Brand Owners and Recyclers to Achieve Recyclability Goals
A new testing protocol that determines whether film packaging is compatible with the current recycling infrastructure has been developed by the leading plastics recycling authority in North America.
August 7, 2020 - APR Press Release
Growth of APR’s PCR Certification Program Exceeds Expectations
The first industry program to certify postconsumer resin (PCR) for use in packaging has seen much faster acceptance in the marketplace than anticipated, according to the organization that introduced the program in late March.
June 17, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR Applauds Senate EPW Committee Hearing on Recycling; Urges Congress to Bolster Infrastructure and Demand for Recycled Content
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), The Voice of Plastic Recycling®, applauds the United States Senate Environment and Public Works Committee for holding an important hearing today on “Responding to the Challenges Facing Recycling in the United States.” APR members, who represent every link of the plastics industry supply chain, work every day to strengthen the circular economy and create a more sustainable, less wasteful world.
May 7, 2020 - APR Statement
APR Statement on California Executive Order That Suspends Ban on Single Use Plastic Bags (Order N-54-20)
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) shares Governor Gavin Newsom’s goal to protect the health and well-being of all Californians. APR members are operating to serve Californians and our country, and safety always comes first. Our members follow the guidelines set by the State of California, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other relevant state and federal agencies.
On April 27th, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-54-20, which in part temporarily suspended the enforcement of the ban the distribution of single use plastic bags by specified retailers. It is important to note that the Executive Order did not ban or limit the use of reusable plastic bags nor require retailers to stop using the reusable bags produced by APR members. There continues to be sufficient amount of postconsumer resin (PCR) for APR members to produce reusable bags, and there has been no change in the reasons why these reusable bags are popular: these products are good for the environment and are popular among California’s consumers. There are also no safety concerns with the inclusion of PCR in reusable bags as long the Cal-OSHA guidelines for consumers using their own bags are followed.
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.
March 25, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR Launches Postconsumer Resin Certification Program
Groundbreaking Program to Increase Value of PCR
The Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR), today announced a process to endorse companies that provide 3rd party certification of PCR and promote APR member companies that receive certification. To support and grow the use of postconsumer recycled plastics, APR understands that it is essential that PCR certification be reliable, consistent, and accessible by both producers and users of recycled plastic resins.
March 3, 2020 - APR and FPI Press Release
New Guide Outlines Design Impacts Related to Foodservice Plastics Recyclability
“Design Guide for Foodservice Plastics Recyclability” addresses components related to foodservice packaging and the impact of recyclability
The Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI), in collaboration with the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR), released a brand-new guide designed to provide education and resources on the recycling process, packaging formats, and the components that impact recyclability related to foodservice packaging.
February 18, 2020 - APR Press Release
Newest APR Recycling Demand Champion Companies Announced at the 2020 Plastics Recycling Conference in Nashville, TN
Campaign Continues to Experience Exponential Growth
Developed by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), the APR Recycling Demand Champions Campaign plays a prominent role in driving investment and increasing supply of PCR.
January 22, 2020 - APR Press Release
APR Launches Renewed Push for Grocery Rigid Plastics Recycling
Recycling Trade Organization Offers Updated Website, Tools, Info Flyer
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) today confirmed its continued commitment to recycling grocery rigid plastics with a renewed push to encourage retail grocery chains to aggregate and market their behind-the-counter rigid plastics.
December 18, 2019 - APR Press Release
Plastic Bottle Recycling Strong Despite Challenges
Pounds, Rate Largely Remain Steady in 2018
The domestic collection of plastic bottles for recyclingrose 52 million pounds, or 1.8 percent, to reach nearly 2.9 billion pounds in 2018.
December 12, 2019 - APR Press Release
Plastic Recyclers Elect New Board of Directors for 2020
Strong Leadership to Support the Plastics Recycling Industry
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) recently announced its leadership team and Board of Directors to lead the organization for 2020.
December 4, 2019 - Plastics Today, Industry Global News 24
APR in the News
True confessions: Plastics engineer humbled by recycling dilemma
It has been a little over a month since I started monitoring my use of polyethylene (PE) film. I have come to the realization that I don’t know diddly squat about plastic film recycling.
December 4, 2019 - Plastics Today, Industry Global News 24
APR in the News
True confessions: Plastics engineer humbled by recycling dilemma
It has been a little over a month since I started monitoring my use of polyethylene (PE) film. I have come to the realization that I don’t know diddly squat about plastic film recycling.
October 31, 2019 - Plastics Recycling Update
APR in the News
Company unveils RPET bottle with recycling-friendly barrier coating
A packaging equipment manufacturer has announced a 100% RPET bottle with an extremely thin layer of silica to serve as a gas barrier.
October 11, 2019 - APR Press Release
APR Urges Governor Gavin Newsom to Sign Bottle Recycling Bill
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) today strongly urged California Governor Gavin Newsom to sign AB 792, “Recycling: Plastic Containers: Minimum Recycled Content and Labeling.”
October 2, 2019 - APR Press Release
APR Recycling Demand Champions Campaign Announces Over 300% Growth
Company Participation Continues to Expand
APR Recycling Demand Champions program has generated almost 26 million pounds of new demand for postconsumer resin (PCR) this year, more than tripling the amount generated in the first year.
