The recycling industry is responsible for collecting processing and marketing billions of dollars worth of metals, paper, plastics and other recovered materials. Through Recycling Today and Recycling Today Global Edition , market directories, and industry conferences, GIE serves the scrap and recycling industry in North America and globally.

Dec 5, 2024 · The aluminum used beverage can (UBC) recycling rate in the U.S. has declined to 43 percent from 45 percent in 2020, according to 2023 data from the Aluminum Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI).

Oct 22, 2024 · The Silver Spring, Maryland-based Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has announced a new event called RCon it says will focus on “waste-as-a-resource” diversion and conversion methods and technologies.

Sep 20, 2024 · In an effort to address “increasing concern” related to plastic bag and film recycling, Winchester, Virginia-based Trex Co. has launched the NexTrex Plastic Recycling Drop-Off Directory, an online searchable portal the company says is dedicated to connecting “eco-minded Americans with Trex recycling partners in their local communities.”

Jan 6, 2025 · Tariffs likely rising on inbound steel, aluminum and copper. Even if the Trump White House pulls back from “universal” tariffs, the three most commonly recycled metals seem poised for domestic protection.

Jan 8, 2025 · A new report from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) outlines recommendations that could increase the recycling and reuse of decommissioned wind energy equipment and materials to create a more circular economy and sustainable supply chain.

The recycling industry is responsible for collecting processing and marketing billions of dollars worth of metals, paper, plastics and other recovered materials. Through Recycling Today and Recycling Today Global Edition , market directories, and industry conferences, GIE serves the scrap and recycling industry in North America and globally.

Dec 23, 2024 · Lower ferrous scrap bids made by mills in the United States along with disappointing offers from overseas buyers have combined to provide a fitting if not positive end to the 2024 recycled steel market.

Nov 21, 2024 · The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released its National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution, which outlines opportunities to protect communities from the impacts of plastic production and waste and details how government agencies, businesses, nonprofits and communities can work to prevent plastic pollution.. The EPA says its strategy also aligns with …

Oct 28, 2024 · Alterra has closed its latest equity investment round, which includes funding from Infinity Recycling, LyondellBasell and Chevron Phillips Chemical.