Extended Producer Responsibility
Updated: Washington legislature passes EPR bill
The state becomes the seventh to pass EPR legislation for paper and packaging.
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Interchange Recycling's EPR stewardship plan approved in Yukon
A new collection site in Whitehorse, Yukon, will accept lubricating oil, antifreeze, diesel exhaust fluid, oil filters and all automotive containers.
EPR so far
Experts examine EPR developments across the U.S. and Canada, weighing the various programs’ requirements and effectiveness.
Industry News
News and developments from the waste and environmental services industry from our April 2025 issue.
RRS adds to ownership team
With the addition of seven professionals to its ownership team, Resource Recycling Systems now has 30 individual shareholders.
ReMA supports policy measures facilitating collection, safety and proper end-of-life management of small, medium batteries
The association’s position was approved by its board of directors in late February.
Oregon approves EPR program plan
Under the approved plan, CAA will implement initiatives intended to modernize Oregon's recycling system, reduce plastic pollution and enhance recycling access for Oregonians.
Closed Loop Partners releases report on small-format packaging recovery
Closed Loop Partners says the findings illustrate a viable pathway to recover these materials and led to launching the Consortium to Recover Small-Format Packaging.
Minnesota selects Circular Action Alliance as PRO
The organization is the state’s initial PRO under its Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act, which establishes EPR for packaging and paper products.
Machinex develops Montreal-Est MRF in collaboration with Éco Entreprises Québec
Machinex says the MRF meets the requirements of Quebec’s EPR framework.
