Presenter: Megan Workman, Price Reporter/Editor, Fastmarkets RISI

Where: On your computer in the comfort of your office

As Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) takes hold around the world, the demands on organizations that manage complex recovery and recycling programs, like producer responsibility organizations (PROs) and government-run stewardship programs, grow more numerous each year. To meet the demands of these complex circular supply chains, PROs and other stewardship organizations need better tools— ones that are specifically designed for them and their programs.

APR's Recycling Demand Champion Campaign has seen continuous growth, market impact, and expansion since its launch in October 2018. 

Scott Bryne, Market Sustainability Manager US/Canada, Tetra Pak Inc. will review shifts in pulp and fiber markets as well as the status of the Carton Council’s municipal collection program to further market demand for cartons in the US.

This webinar is part of the Upcyclers Network Recovered Materials Market Development-Trends, Resources, Actions: During and Post Corona Rapid Debrief Series.  This series will feature public and private sector experts giving 15 minute overviews of their topic with 15 minutes for audience Q&A.

John Felts, CEO and Co-Founder, Cruz Foam will discuss working with corporate pilot partnerships in furthering sustainable alternatives to single use plastics as well as learnings’ from his company’s fundraising journey.

Chantal Fryer, Senior Manager, Recycling Market Development at Department of Commerce will discuss challenges and learnings from regional manufacturers.

Will Sagar, Executive Director with the Southeast Recycling Development Council will discuss paper, glass, & aluminum supply chains

Manuel Medrano, President, CA Recycling Market Development Zone; Environmental Services Manager, City of Chula Vista will review Cal Recycle, SWANA, CRRA, and Cal Economic Development resources available to manufacturers and recyclers.

This webinar is part of the Upcyclers Network Recovered Materials Market Development-Trends, Resources, Actions: During and Post Corona Rapid Debrief Series. This series will feature public and private sector experts giving 15 minute overviews of their topic with 15 minutes for audience Q&A.

The increased cost for recycling services has some municipalities wondering if they should operate their own MRF.  The webinar will feature different MRF operating models, examples of municipalities considering operating their own MRF, and questions for informing the decision-making process before taking on this pivotal role in materials management.   The webinar presenters include: Mitch Kessler, President of Kessler Consulting; Sarah Reeves, Executive Director of Chittenden Solid Waste District; and Rick Watson, Chief Executive Officer, Delaware Solid Waste Authority.