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Press Releases

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and RecyClass Mark a Second Year of Progress in Driving Global Harmonization of Plastic Recyclability

APR & RecyClass released their second progress report, highlighting advancements in harmonizing plastic recyclability standards for a global circular economy.

April 16, 2025

Blog Posts

Our Power, Our Planet: How Plastic Recycling Drives Clean Energy and a Circular Economy

For Earth Day 2025, APR highlights plastic recycling’s role in fighting climate change, saving energy, boosting the economy, & driving sustainability.

April 15, 2025

Briefs

Federal Plastics Registry in Canada: Overview

Canada’s new Plastics Registry requires annual reporting on plastic use and waste. This overview covers who reports, what, and key 2025 deadlines.

April 10, 2025

APR In The News

Ideas for easing recycled content woes through policy, packaging

APR emphasizes recycling innovation and EPR laws, addressing costs, challenges, and market demand to boost recycled content in packaging.

April 2, 2025

APR In The News

The push for more supply

At the 2025 Plastics Recycling Conference, APR’s Steve Alexander highlighted the need for standardized collection and stronger EPR policies to boost recycling.

March 27, 2025

Reports

2024 Year In Review: Reflecting on the Past Year as we Enter a Crucial Time for Plastics Recycling

In 2025, a pivotal year for plastics recycling, APR reflects on successes, tackles challenges, & promotes key initiatives like policy advocacy & recyclability design.

March 26, 2025

photo of a person working at a machine in a recycling facility

Blog Posts

Setting the Record Straight on Plastic Recycling

APR sets the record straight on plastic recycling, highlighting its key role in U.S. jobs, innovation, and supply chains while debunking misleading claims.

By Steve Alexander | March 19, 2025

The California state flag featuring a grizzly bear and the words "California Republic" flutters against a clear blue sky, with the dome of the California State Capitol building visible in the background.

Blog Posts

Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Statement on California’s Senate Bill 54 Announcement

APR is disappointed by Newsom’s decision on SB 54 but stresses the importance of improving plastics recycling in California and supports EPR efforts in other states.

By Kate Bailey | March 13, 2025

Two men in hard hats and safety vests stand talking and pointing inside recycling facility.

Press Releases

Recyclers Across the Country Will Open Their Doors to the Public This May

Recyclers nationwide will open their doors in May for Recycling in Action, an APR initiative showcasing the plastic recycling process and its benefits.

March 11, 2025