Certification Scorecard — Week of June 8, 2026 The following are facilities that have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained R2 certification recently: Alta International dba Alta E-Solutions of Mississauga, Ontario & Calgary, Alberta, Canada American Union Ventures DBA American Recycling of Lincoln, Nebraska Arrow Green Electronics of Hayward, California Capital…continue reading
APR announces Recycling Demand Champions The program has expanded to 15 participants and now is accepting applications for the 2026 class. Source: Recycling Today APR announces Recycling Demand Champions The program has expanded to 15 participants and now is accepting applications for the 2026 class.continue reading
Encina, BASF expand circular feedstock partnership The companies say their collaboration supports advancement of Encina’s first commercial-scale U.S. Gulf Coast circular chemicals facility, while BASF will expand access to feedstock for its global Ccycled product portfolio. Source: Recycling Today Encina, BASF expand circular feedstock partnership The companies say their collaboration…continue reading
ITAD is moving past its adolescent phase: beyond end-of-life Editor’s note: Electronics recycling will be featured in sessions at the 2026 E-Scrap: The Longevity Conference in New Orleans October 26-28. ITAD is gradually moving past its adolescent phase and into maturity. Some leading providers are starting to treat AI-era hardware, lifecycle data…continue reading
Consumers’ expectations climb along with use of tech: Report Anyone who’s ever checked their work email before their morning coffee or used their phone to set up six streaming services on their smart TV knows how intertwined modern life is to the technology we use, but a new report puts…continue reading
Thermoform recovery soars, PCR content falls Recovery of PET thermoforms reached a record 264 million pounds in 2024, while use of PCR fell on the year, according to a new industry report. The record volumes include material recovered domestically and exports for reclamation, reflecting continued progress in collecting and recycling…continue reading
Recycling entrepreneurs among South African award winners South African producer responsibility organization Petco has named 10 winners of its 2026 awards. Source: Recycling Today Recycling entrepreneurs among South African award winners South African producer responsibility organization Petco has named 10 winners of its 2026 awards.continue reading
Covestro polymer finds home at Lexus The polymers producer says a polycarbonate/ABS blend with 35 percent recycled content is being used in interior components for the Lexus ES. Source: Recycling Today Covestro polymer finds home at Lexus The polymers producer says a polycarbonate/ABS blend with 35 percent recycled content is…continue reading
Aluminum scrap exports face scrutiny under HB 9161 A new House bill would put a federal lens on where US aluminum scrap is going and what it is costing the domestic manufacturing base when it’s exported. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) introduced HB 9161, or the Secure Aluminum Supply Chains Act,…continue reading
GreenDot, Osapiens bringing AI-powered EPR compliance tool to Europe The companies say their software solution is designed to make EPR and PPWR reporting across all EU markets easier and more cost-efficient. Source: Recycling Today GreenDot, Osapiens bringing AI-powered EPR compliance tool to Europe The companies say their software solution is…continue reading
