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.
Become a Member TodayAPR 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.
Become a Member TodayIt is not the only solution. But alongside reduction & reuse, it is a critical step. Did you know...
Recycling works. Nearly 5 billion pounds of plastic was recycled in North America in 2021.
Recycling is happening in the U.S. Over 90% of plastic collected for recycling in North America is processed in North America (no exported). This is up from 60% in 2010.
Recycling is good for the economy. Plastic recycling alone is responsible for over 200,000 U.S. jobs.
Recycling helps mitigate climate change. Replacing new plastic with recycled plastic can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70%.
APR's Design Guide is the recognized industry leader in providing technically rigorous guidance representing a consensus among the plastic recycling industry. The success of APR's Design Guide demonstrates that functional, attractive, and economical plastic products can be designed that are also fully compatible with material and plastics reclamation systems.
APR's Design Guide is the recognized industry leader in providing technically rigorous guidance representing a consensus among the plastic recycling industry. The success of APR's Design Guide demonstrates that functional, attractive, and economical plastic products can be designed that are also fully compatible with material and plastics reclamation systems.
