Welcome to AOR

AOR is a nonprofit 501(C)(6) trade association founded in 1977, committed to achieving a system of sustainable materials management by supporting high-quality recycling and composting, thoughtful consumption, and producer responsibility. AOR provides value to its members by hosting educational events, delivering publications to enhance our understanding and connections to diverse perspectives, and lobbying for legislation that supports sustainable materials management.

Our membership spans the gamut of the sustainable materials management industry. Nonprofits; waste haulers; recyclers; reuse organizations, state, federal, and local government; packaging producers, recycling equipment manufacturers, educational institutions and many others come together under the AOR umbrella to achieve these goals. 

Latest News From the AOR Blog

08-01-2019

What is the name of your business or organization? Oregon Wire

What does your business/organization do? Oregon Wire has produced wire products for businesses throughout the Pacific Northwest since 1973. We have...

08-01-2019

James’ Neighborhood Recycling Service (www.jamesrecycling.com) is expanding and needs an affordable warehouse space.   Even a small shared space would do!

James, along with his mom Kathi Goldman and his aide...

07-31-2019

Help determine the State of Curbside Recycling in America! Our 2019 State of Curbside Recycling Survey is open for your input. Tell us about your challenges, policies, and program financing to help build support for a...

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