Legislation & Policy
Legislation & PolicyCalifornia EPR lawsuit escalates as forthcoming Oregon ruling looms
California's plastics EPR lawsuit escalates, impacting producers and recyclers as Oregon's regulatory framework nears.
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Legislation & PolicyTaxpayers to fund clearance of illegal dumps in West Yorkshire, Surrey and Kent
UK taxpayers fund illegal dump cleanups in West Yorkshire, Surrey, and Kent, highlighting escalating waste crime costs and regulatory failures.
Legislation & PolicyPRS26: From EPR Rules to Recycling Reality
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes are driving significant changes in packaging waste recycling across Europe, impacting collection and material recovery.
Legislation & PolicyToast among first companies sued under Colorado’s electronics repair law
Colorado's right-to-repair law faces its first legal challenge, impacting ITAD and OEM strategies for device lifecycle management.
Legislation & PolicyWelsh Government appoints Exchange for Change as DRS administrator
Welsh Government appoints Exchange for Change as administrator for its new Deposit Return Scheme, impacting packaging recyclers.
Legislation & PolicyNew Jersey lawmaker seeks more oversight of scrap yards after fire concerns
New Jersey lawmaker seeks increased oversight of scrap metal yards, citing environmental and public safety concerns.
Legislation & PolicyEPR for Packaging
Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging gains traction in Maine, impacting manufacturers and recyclers with new financial and operational mandates.
Legislation & PolicyPureCycle and IPL Schoeller target New Jersey’s EPR rules with 20% PCR packs
New Jersey's EPR legislation for packaging drives a 20% post-consumer recycled content mandate, impacting material streams and processor strategies.
Legislation & Policy68% of people will return drinks containers during shopping trips, new research finds
Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) will see 68% of consumers return beverage containers during shopping trips, influencing collection infrastructure.
Legislation & PolicyEU packaging regulations criticized by US-based organization
US recycling organizations criticize EU packaging regulations, citing impractical targets and potential market disruption for recyclers.
Legislation & PolicyDenver’s Universal Recycling and Composting Ordinance
Denver's Universal Recycling Ordinance mandates composting and recycling for all businesses and residents, impacting waste management.
Legislation & PolicyEnvironmental groups push for strengthened leachate rules in New York
New York environmental groups demand stricter landfill leachate regulations, impacting waste management and recycling operations statewide.