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Recycling Resources
SWANA supports recycling and material recovery. Being knowledgeable about your local recycling program rules and committing to Recycle Right at home, at work, and on the go are important steps every person can take to improve local programs this year.Frank Caponi - SWANA International Past President SWANA
US Environmental Protection Agency Resources
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a long-term commitment to helping Americans reduce, reuse, and recycle waste. EPA has tools to help you learn and understand recycling issues, and help you reduce your environmental footprint.
U.S. National Recycling Goal
On November 16, 2020 at the America Recycles Summit, Administrator Wheeler announced the National Recycling Goal to increase the U.S. recycling rate to 50 percent by 2030.
Learn More About the Goal and Measures
Comment on Recycling Measurement Methodology (closes March 8, 2021)
Draft National Recycling Strategy
The draft National Recycling Strategy identifies strategic objectives and actions needed to create a stronger, more resilient, and cost-effective U.S. municipal solid waste recycling system.
SWANA comments on National Recycling Strategy
National Framework for Advancing the U.S. Recycling System
The National Framework for Advancing the U.S. Recycling System is the product of a multi-stakeholder collaborative effort between federal, local, state and tribal governments; the recycling industry; non-profits; manufacturers; and product brands.
Download the FrameworkAmerica Recyles Day
America Recycles Day® (ARD) is celebrated nationally each year on November 15 to promote and celebrate recycling in the United States.
More infoAmerica Recycles Pledge
Are you a U.S.-based organization interested in working toward a more resilient materials economy?
Sign the PledgeBuilding on Existing Efforts
The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) reviewed federal efforts to advance the EPA recycling goal of 50% by 2030.
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SWANA Recycling Resources
Joint Advisory on Designing Contracts for Processing of Municipal Recyclables
This joint advisory provides public and private sector solid waste management professionals with guidance regarding contracting for municipal recyclables.
More informationRecycling Resources for Managing China Waste Import Restrictions
SWANA has led the solid waste industry in managing the challeng of China’s restrictions on imported recycling.
Access resourcesOvercoming Recycling Challenges
At SWANApalooza 2020, recycling experts discussed how the solid waste industry is embracing new opportunities for managing recycling. That panel discussion is now available for purchase.
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Other Recycling Resources
- Stemming the Tide: Taking Action on Campus Against Plastic Pollution — National Wildlife Federation
- Guide to Community MRF Contracts — The Recycling Partnership
- Tracking the future of US recycling policy in Congress — Waste Dive
