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Recycled ContentEp. 50: Inside the APR Recycling Demand Champions Program w/ Kate Eagles and Emily TipaldoThis month, Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro is joined by the Association of Plastic Recyclers' (APR) Kate Eagles, Program Director of Policy & Markets, and Emily Tipaldo, Program Manager for the Market Development Committee. Together, they break down the APR Recycling Demand Champions Program, an initiative supported by The Recycling Partnership, that recognizes companies committed to the long-term use of North American post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. They also discuss how this year's recognized champions, Amcor, Charter Next Generation, Kraft Heinz, Novolex, and Triton Group, demonstrated strong commitments to purchasing or manufacturing products with recycled plastics and expanding PCR use.
2025-11-1931 min
U-R-G On the GoHow URG and OEC Connect Recyclers To 15,000+ Daily Buyers Shops are buying parts online every day through the TraxCollision platform. We invited Bryan Holzinger from OEConnection to walk through how the new URG and TraxCollision direct integration gets recycled parts in front of 15,000 buyers daily, right at the decision point: online. If you have ever lost a sale due to a slow quoting process, missed emails, or uncertain vehicle fitment, this integration offers a clear path forward with live inventory, parts quoting based on OEM part numbers, and integrated reporting inside your URG portal. We break down the real problems recyclers face: visibility gaps, manual workflows, a...
2025-10-3133 minU-R-G On the GoOwn the Risk, Keep the Cash: How Recyclers Build Wealth With ReinsuranceWarranties aren’t the enemy of profit—bad accounting and fuzzy reporting are. We sit down with Bret Buike of National Reinsurance to unpack a simple shift that helps automotive recyclers stop bleeding cash on claims and start building a durable revenue stream: move the warranty risk into a reinsurance company you own and pair it with clean, actionable reporting.We walk through the nuts and bolts without the jargon. What does it mean to reserve for 90-day warranties and extended terms? How do you net claims, keep access to cash, and still gain the tax advantages of a...
2025-10-1551 min
Recycled ContentEp. 49: Inside Colgate-Palmolive's Journey to a Recyclable Toothpaste Tube w/ Dr. Jun WangIn Recycled Content's fourth episode spotlighting APR's Recycling Leadership Award winners, host Kara Pochiro sits down with Dr. Jun Wang, Director of Packing Innovation at Colgate-Palmolive, winner of the Design Innovation Award. Together, they explore how Dr. Wang led the team behind Colgate-Palmolive's innovative mono-material toothpaste tube, which earned APR Design® Recognition and helped shift an entire product category toward recyclability. The two discuss how Colgate turned a long-standing non-recyclable package into one compatible with existing recycling systems, the importance of collaboration across the value chain, and why Colgate chose to share its design publicly to accelerate industry adoption. I...
2025-10-0833 min
Recycled ContentEp. 48: FDA Insights on Recycled Plastics for Food Packaging w/ FDA Regulatory Review Scientist Sean FischerIn this episode of Recycled Content, APR Technical Director Scott Trenor takes over hosting duties to explore the FDA's role in ensuring recycled plastics are safe for use in food packaging with guest Sean Fischer, an FDA Regulatory Review Scientist within the Division of Food Contact Substances. The two dive into the evaluation process, and critical need behind the FDA's No Objection Letters (NOL), an official statement from the FDA signaling that the agency has reviewed a recycling process and has no concerns about its ability to produce material suitable for food-contact use. The conversation also tackles common misconceptions...
2025-09-1031 min
Growing Up B2B39 - The Greatest Challenges and Triumphs of a Family Business in Recycling with Utility Recyclers International's Sam ShineIn this episode of Growing Up B2B, Ed Delia interviews the Director of Sales and Business Development at Utility Recyclers International, Sam Shine. Sam shares his journey from working outside the family business to leading its environmentally responsible recycling operations across North America. He discusses the challenges and rewards of joining a century-old enterprise, the importance of reputation, adapting to industry changes like smart metering and EV recycling, and his recognition as a Next Gem to Watch. The conversation highlights family dynamics, innovation, and the evolving landscape of utility recycling.Learn more about Sam's...
2025-08-2528 min
Recycled ContentEp. 47: Painting a New Future for PCR Utilization w/ Darren Scholl, Chief of Operations at KW ContainerIn the third episode of our series highlighting APR's Recycling Leadership Award winners, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Darren Scholl, the Chief of Operations at KW Container, winner of the PCR Utilization Award. The two highlight KW Container's work transforming the paint-and-coatings industry by creating fully recyclable paint cans made with recycled plastics and driving demand by consuming over 1 billion pounds of curbside-collected polypropylene in the last 14 years. With more than 30 years of experience in plastics, Darren offers a behind-the-scenes look at KW's latest innovations, the challenges of scaling recycled content, and what it takes to overcome existing...
2025-08-1922 minU-R-G On the GoThe Digital Fortress: Cyber Security for Auto RecyclersCyber criminals have significantly stepped up their game, with attacks costing businesses $22.5 billion in 2024 – a staggering increase from just $1 billion in 2022. For auto recycling yards, this presents a new frontier of security challenges that can't be solved with traditional measures like fences and security cameras.VGM Forbin's Jeremy Heideman and Nick Gerrans join the URG On the Go podcast to break down what this means for recyclers of all sizes. Drawing on Jeremy's 14 years of experience working directly in an auto recycling yard, they provide a practical roadmap for protecting your business in the digital age.
2025-07-1556 min
Recycled ContentEp. 46: Transforming Post-Consumer Plastics and Textiles into Sustainable Fiber and Resin w/ Meredith Boyd of Unifi In this episode of Recycled Content, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Meredith Boyd, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Unifi, to discuss the innovation behind REPREVE®, which received the APR Recycling Technology Innovation Award. Together, they explore how REPREVE® has transformed textile recycling by leveraging multiple sources into different sustainable fibers. Meredith shares insights on the importance of transparency, sustainability, and market diversity in building a true circular economy, as well as why textile recycling is about longevity, rather than "downcycling." The conversation highlights how policy and mindset shifts drive change, the challenges of the recycling indust...
2025-07-0922 min
Recycled ContentEp. 45: Advice from an Influential Leader in Recycling w/ APR's Outstanding Leadership Award Winner Debra WilsonDebra Wilson, Materials R&D Director at Amcor and recipient of the inaugural APR Recycling Leadership Award for Outstanding Leadership, joins Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro to discuss Debra's 33+ years of commitment to plastic standardization activities. The two dive into Debra's influential role in aligning APR Design® Guidance with RecyClass standards, as well as her work with ASTM International and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Debra reflects on her proudest accomplishments during her tenure and the importance of collaboration and involvement across the value chain. Tune in to hear how the plastics recycling industry has evolved over the last...
2025-06-0321 min
CheckpointWhakatane launches three strikes rule for rubbish recyclersWhakatane is getting a three strikes policy for rubbish recyclers, that's people who are rubbish at sorting their kerbside recycling and greenwaste bins. Anyone caught three times with contaminated bins, will lose them for three months. Whakatane District Council said at its worst, up to 65 percent of recycling going from Whakatane to the Material Recovery Facility in Tauranga are rogue items. Whakatane District Council solid waste manager, Nigel Clark spoke to Lisa Owen.
2025-06-0306 minU-R-G On the GoEV Essentials for Auto Recyclers from Greg AguileraThe electric vehicle revolution isn't coming—it's already here. Automotive recyclers across North America are increasingly encountering high-voltage vehicles, yet many lack the training, tools, and confidence to handle them properly. In this enlightening conversation, Greg Aguilera of International Automotive Consulting shares his journey from early EV technician to industry consultant, revealing practical insights for recyclers navigating this charged terrain.Greg's expertise stems from being one of North America's first qualified high-voltage technicians, working with prestigious manufacturers like Porsche and Volkswagen. When he discovered recyclers were trying to adapt repair-focused EV training to their unique needs, he re...
2025-05-2746 min
Recycled ContentEp. 44: Designing for the Future - Celebrating 30 years of the APR Design® Guide with APR's Megan Byers and Chris Max of Kraft HeinzIn this episode of Recycled Content, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Megan Byers, Program Director at the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), and Chris Max, Research Lead in Sustainable Packaging Innovation at Kraft Heinz company. Kara, Megan, and Chris dive into the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability as APR celebrates 30 years of shaping how brands design packaging with a focus on sustainability and recycling. During the discussion, Megan walks through the evolution of the APR Design® Guide from a simple technical manual to an internationally recognized tool influencing packaging design across the globe, including the latest updates on...
2025-05-2036 min
The Automotive Recycler's ExperienceAuto Recyclers are Scaling their Sales Using AI NowIn this follow-up to his packed URG Conference session, Chris Daglis from Auto PARTnered Solutions and Georgia Carver to break down the real-world impact of AI on automotive recycling. The episode explores how AI isn’t just future tech, it’s already here, quietly embedded in tools and processes auto recyclers use daily. They highlight practical, scalable AI use cases including routing systems, inventory grading, and the new voice AI assistant Ari. Chris and Georgia stress that AI isn’t about replacing people, it’s about supporting teams to work smarter, convert more leads, and stop letting valuable...
2025-05-0625 min
Recycled ContentEp. 43: Seeing is Believing: Recycling in Action with Pia BakerTo kick off Recycling in Action Month, Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro is joined by Pia Baker, APR's Director of Marketing and leader of the Recycling in Action initiative. Throughout the month of May, Material Recovery Facilities (MRFS) and recyclers will offer tours for an up-close in-person look at the journey recyclables take from collection, sortation, and transformation. The two deep dive into common and harmful myths about recycling and the thought process behind launching Recycling in Action this year. Want to hear more about how you can get involved in this inaugural initiative and see what it's like...
2025-04-2925 min
Born ScrappyInspiring the next generation of recyclers with Scuba JessIn this week’s episode I chat to Jessica Alexanderson, known to many in the industry as “Scuba Jess”. Jess started out in shipping with Evergreen, where she was responsible for helping scrappies ship their recycled metal around the world. In her free time, Jess cleans up the ocean on her diving expeditions.Jess has always been passionate about the environment and when the opportunity presented itself, she transitioned into educating the net generation of recyclers. She partnered with Brad Rudover of Detroit Scrap and educator Shaziya Manji Jaffer to publish their first kids book, The Girl Who Re...
2025-04-2439 minThe Automotive Recycler's ExperienceAPS & EBAY AUSTRALIA SERIES: What Are Automotive Recyclers Missing Out on By Not Selling on eBay?In this episode, Chris, Georgia, and eBay Australia’s Gary Taluja dive into the massive opportunities auto recyclers are missing by not selling on eBay. They discuss how eBay provides 24/7 sales, nationwide visibility, and access to new customers—from retail buyers to mechanics and repairers.The team also explores how eBay supports sustainability efforts, helps recyclers move slow-selling inventory, and reduces vehicle downtime for businesses. Plus, APS and eBay make it easy to get started with tailored support, automation tools, and special deals.
2025-03-1921 min
Rubbish TalkEpisode 58: Richard Coulson, Chair of the Wood Recyclers' Association (WRA)In Episode 58 of the Rubbish Talk Podcast, we sit down with Richard Coulson, Chair of the Wood Recyclers' Association (WRA), to discuss the world of wood waste, recycling and sustainable practices. Richard has over two decades of experience in the waste wood sector, spanning procurement for biomass industries and panel boards. He is also currently working as the Biomass Procurement Manager at RWE, a global leader in power generation.
2025-03-1352 minU-R-G On the GoNavigating Auto Recycling's Future with Profit Team's Mike KunkelThe auto recycling landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation from what Mike Kunkel calls "our grandfather's industry" into a sophisticated business sector attracting mainstream financial players and consumer acceptance. This eye-opening conversation with one of the industry's most respected consultants reveals both the tremendous opportunities and significant challenges facing recyclers in 2023 and beyond.Kunkel's work with Profit Team peer groups offers a fascinating window into how successful recyclers approach business growth. These collaborative communities of 6-8 similarly-sized, non-competing yards share detailed financial and operational data, allowing for deep analysis that "climbs in the radiator and out the...
2025-03-1141 min
Recycled ContentEp. 42: Unraveling the Future of Textile Recovery with Maite Quinn, Marisa Adler, and Beth ForsbergIn this bonus episode of Recycled Content, guest host and leader in the recycling space, Maite Quinn, President of Re-Colab and Resource Recycling, Inc. interviews Marisa Adler, Senior Consultant at RRS, and Beth Forsberg, Senior VP & Chief Sustainability Officer at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, to highlight Resource Recycling's first-ever Textile Recovery Summit at the Plastics Recycling Conference. The conversation explores the growing importance of textile recovery, the innovative solutions driving circularity in the textile industry, and the role of synthetic fibers in textiles. They also dive into how lessons from plastics recycling can be applied to textiles...
2025-03-1026 min
Recycled ContentEp. 41: Traceability and Transparency in Plastics Recycling w/ Bill Robberson of KAMILO, Inc. & Antoinette Smith of Resource Recycling, Inc.In this second bonus episode ahead of the Plastics Recycling Conference (PRC), guest host and reporter at Resource Recycling, Inc., Antoinette Smith, interviews Bill Robberson, Co-Founder, President and Chief Technology Officer of KAMILO, Inc. Together, they dive into KAMILO's work in digital tracking and traceability within the recycling industry and how it impacts Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies. Antoinette and Bill also discuss the importance of transparency in supply chains while maintaining confidentiality, and the need for authenticity to drive efficient recycling practices. Want to hear more about how KAMILO's innovative digital tracking process is impacting the plastic recycling i...
2025-03-0326 min
Recycled ContentEp. 40: The Business of Recycling: Extended Producer Responsibility and Upcoming Policies w/ Marissa Heffernan, Associate Editor at Resource Recycling, Inc.As the Plastics Recycling Conference (PRC) approaches, Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro is joined by Marissa Heffernan, Associate Editor at Resource Recycling, Inc. They discuss key industry topics, focusing on how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is reshaping recycling by shifting the burden from consumers to producers. With EPR, Bottle Bills, Minimum Recycled Content and other legislation gaining momentum across the U.S., they explore its impact on policy, business, and the future of recycling. Want to hear more sneak peaks on what will be discussed during the PRC? Then tune in!
2025-02-2421 minThe Automotive Recycler's ExperienceChris & Mike Talk Summer Sales Training for Auto RecyclersIn this podcast, Mike Kunkel (Profit Team Consulting) and Chris Daglis (Auto PARTnered Solutions) break down what auto recyclers can expect from the Summer Sales Training sessions happening this March in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.Want to know how some salespeople consistently generate over $500,000 a month? These training sessions will deliver actionable strategies to boost sales, strengthen customer relationships, and drive immediate results.Before the eBay Grill & Grow Nights, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and transform your sa...
2025-02-1919 min
Recycled ContentEp. 39: Plastics Recycling in 2025: Progress, Priorities, and Possibilities w/ Steve Alexander, President & CEO of APRTo kick off 2025, Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro is joined by President & CEO of the Association of Plastic Recyclers, Steve Alexander. The two discuss how 2025 is a pivotal year for sustainability initiatives and APR's priorities for the year ahead including pushing for policies that drive plastic recycling, emphasizing the importance of creating packaging that is designed for recyclability, and combatting misinformation. The two emphasize the economic impact of postconsumer recycled plastics as well as the pathways to stabilize markets and create a circular economy. As the 2025 Plastics Recycling Conference approaches, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
2025-02-1031 min
AGORACOM Small Cap CEO InterviewsHPQ Silicon Signs NDAs With Aluminum Recyclers For Its Promising Tech To Solve The Annual $3 Billion Landfill Problem
TRANSFORMING WASTE INTO WEALTH: NOVACIUM’S GAME-CHANGING TECHNOLOGY
HPQ Silicon, through its France-based affiliate Novacium, has unveiled a groundbreaking Waste-to-Energy (W2E) technology that promises to address the global $3 billion challenge posed by Black Aluminum Dross (BAD)—a toxic byproduct of aluminum recycling. This innovative process converts the waste into valuable resources, including green hydrogen and heat, with significant potential for reducing costs and making aluminum recycling a fully circular process. With encouraging lab-scale pilot test results and growing interest from major European recyclers, this breakthrough is poised to reshape the aluminum recycling industry.
2025-01-2939 min
The Green HourSoftware to Improve Operational Efficiency for Recyclers with Dan Koukol, CEO of DigitOn this episode of The Green Hour, we sit down with Dan Koukol, CEO of Digit Software, to explore how Digit is transforming the manufacturing and recycling industries. Dan shares insights into how their innovative software solution is helping manufacturers streamline operations, uncover new opportunities, and enhance overall efficiency.In This Episode:👎 Why many recyclers are still relying on outdated, manual processes for data collection.🖥️ How Digit’s software provides actionable insights to manufacturers, enabling smarter decision-making.📊 Real-world case studies from recyclers who’ve experienced measurable success using Digit's solution (33:45...
2025-01-091h 00
Recycled ContentEp. 38: Plastic Recycling Challenges and Solutions with Industry Veteran Greg Janson, CEO of Granite Peak Plastics & Triton TiesTo close out 2024, Greg Janson, President and CEO of Granite Peak Plastics and Triton Ties, joins Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro to discuss the everyday challenges faced by plastic recyclers and explore potential solutions for the industry. Greg highlights the importance of diverse applications for recycled materials, the critical role of long-term contracts in making recycled plastic competitive with virgin and wide-spec plastics, and the need to create strong demand for recycled materials. Kara and Greg dive into Triton Ties more sustainable alternatives to wooden rail ties as well as the company's emphasis on creating a circular economy that...
2024-12-1839 min
PMM Insight: A Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing PodcastDiversys helps recyclers keep tabs on EPR and sustainability goals: PMM InsightExtended Producer Responsibility policies and recycling mandates are taking root in the U.S., putting pressure on plastics recyclers and processors to track and report details of their operations.
In this PMM Insight interview, senior reporter Bruce Geiselman speaks with Roger Barlow, CEO and co-founder of Diversys, about the company's cloud-based software that optimizes and tracks recycling data to verify compliance with EPR regulations as well as sustainability goals.
2024-12-1221 min
Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the BibleWhat Lives In A Pile Of Leaves? Meet the Forest Recyclers - Episode 50What good is a leaf after it falls off a tree? Meet the forest recyclers who help turn old things into new life.Here’s our trail map:What Is A Duff?How Is A Forest Recycled?What Lives In A Pile Of Leaves?Why Are Decomposers Important?How Does God Restore And Make Things New?Episode Links:Order Eryn’s new book, The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo...
2024-11-1224 min
Recycled ContentEp. 37: Exploring the Role of MRFs & the Recycling Journey w/ Eureka Recycling Co-President Miriam HolsingerRecycled Content host Kara Pochiro and Miriam Holsinger, Co-President and Chief Operating Officer at Eureka Recycling, take you behind the scenes of one of the nation's cleanest Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) to explore their critical role in the recycling supply chain. Miriam shares her expertise on how recyclables are collected, sorted, and processed at MRFs, and explains the technologies used to separate different materials like plastics, aluminum, and glass so they can eventually be made into new products. They dive into some of the challenges MRFs face, common misconceptions about recycling, and the impact of policy on recycling efforts. Wa...
2024-11-0836 min
Recycled ContentEp. 36: Addressing Additives in Plastics to Improve the Circular Economy w/ Dr. Kara Lavender Law and Dr. Margaret SobkowiczThis month, Recycled Content host, Kara Pochiro, is joined by APR's Technical Director as a co-host of the pod, Scott Trenor. Kara and Scott welcome authors of the "Untangling the chemical complexity of plastics to improve life cycle outcomes" study, Dr. Kara Lavender Law, Research Professor of Oceanography at Sea Education Association, and Dr. Margaret Sobkowicz, Professor of Plastics Engineering at University of Massachusetts Lowell. The team explores the role of chemical additives used in plastic production and the need for better collaboration across the value chain. With insights into the benefits and uses of additives, the potential environmental...
2024-10-2334 min
Green RushRecyclers are hanging onto PGMs, hoping for higher prices in the future - Tanaka's Andrew FarryThe transition to electric vehicles and the hydrogen economy presents new opportunities for PGM recycling, said Andrew Farry, senior manager of precious metal refining at Tanaka Precious Metals. Last week Farry recorded an episode of Green Rush with Matt Watson, founder of Precious Metals Commodity Management. Tanaka Precious Metals is one of the five major precious metals processors globally. The company has a significant presence in the industrial precious metals market, with 70% of its revenue coming from industrial products.While transition to electric vehicles and the hydrogen economy presents new opportunities for PGM rec...
2024-09-1938 min
Recycled ContentEp. 35: A Circular by Design® Packaging Case Study w/ PakTech Sustainability Officer Gary PankninOn the newest episode of the Recycled Content Podcast, host Kara Pochiro focuses on creating packaging that is Circular by Design® that can be used to manufacture a clean supply of post-consumer recycled resin (PCR). Kara is joined by Gary Panknin, Sustainability Officer and Plastic Materials Procurement Manager at PakTech, a secondary packaging manufacturer based in Eugene, Oregon focused on creating a more sustainable and recyclable friendly future. Kara and Gary discuss the importance of creating packaging that is both aligned with the APR Design® Guide, ensuring it is designed to be recyclable, and manufactured with recycled plastics that co...
2024-09-1226 minThe Automotive Recycler's ExperienceWhy Automotive Recyclers Should be going to Conferences.In this podcast chat, Georgia Carver and Chris Daglis dive into the excitement surrounding the upcoming APRAA conference in Australia. They discuss the significance of conferences for the automotive recycling industry, particularly highlighting the value of attending these industry events, and maximising the opportunities for networking, learning from peers, and engaging directly with suppliers.Chris, with his 20 years of conference-going experience, shares stories of how these events have been game-changers for recyclers, offering them those "lightbulb moments" that can transform their businesses. He highlights how sessions, even those that might seem familiar, can...
2024-08-2220 min
Recycled ContentEp. 34: Correcting the Record on Plastic Recycling w/ APR's Chief Policy Officer Kate BaileyThe Association of Plastic Recyclers' (APR) Chief Policy Officer, Kate Bailey, joins Recycled Content host Kara Pochiro to focus on battling the misinformation being spread regarding plastic waste and recycling. Kate and Kara break down major headlines and claims regarding the plastic recycling industry that are often aimed at taking down the plastics industry rather than focusing on the benefits of recycling or addressing solutions to improve the system. Want to know how plastic recycling actually works? Want to hear real data points from actual recyclers? Then tune in!
2024-08-1434 min
Recycled ContentEp. 33: Sustainability in the Summer: Tips to Tackle Plastic Waste in the Warmer Months w/ APR's Technical Director Scott TenorAs we approach the 4th of July, show host Kara Pochiro is joined by APR's Technical Director, Scott Trenor, to discuss all things recycling in the summertime. The duo talks tips for improving recycling at summer events, along with advice on how manufacturers of summer products, such as sunscreen, can design for recyclability. Their conversation dives into the importance of knowing what can be recycled, and buying products made with recycled content to complete the cycle of recycling. Tune in to hear about their recommendations for having a sustainable summer and encouraging summertime recycling!
2024-07-0230 min
AAMVAcastEpisode 214 - Electric Vehicles with the Automotive Recyclers AssociationIn this episode, we discuss the future of electric vehicles with Emil Nusbaum, Vice President of Strategy, Government and Regulatory Affairs at the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA).
Host: Ian Grossman
Producer: Claire Jeffrey and Chelsey Hadwin
Music: Gibson Arthur
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2024-07-0131 min
Recycled ContentEp. 32: Design for Recyclability & the Evolution of the APR Design® Recognition Program w/ Rebecca Mick & Ruben NanceRecycled Content Host and the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro, is joined this episode by two fellow APR colleagues, Rebecca Mick, Program Director for Film & Packaging Innovation, and Ruben Nance, APR Program Director responsible for the management and growth of APR's Preferred Design Recognition (PDR) Program. The team discusses the APR Design® Guide , as well as the growth and expansion of the APR Design® Recognition Program over the past year. Tune in to hear how the APR Design® Guide is helping companies find success in package recyclability, how companies investing in sus...
2024-05-1628 min
Recycled ContentEp 31: Recycle More, Use Less: A conversation with the U.S. Plastics Pact's Emily Tipaldo.The Recycled Content Podcast welcomes back Emily Tipaldo, Executive Director of the U.S. Plastics Pact, for a sit-down with show host and VP of Communications & Public Affairs at APR, Kara Pochiro. With the Pact turning four, as well as Earth Day and INC-4 just around the corner, the two discuss the meaning of the current moment in the plastic recycling industry's efforts to manage material that could otherwise be waste. Kara and Emily highlight the need for both voluntary and mandatory commitments to improve recycling. Tune in to hear about these strategies and the important goals and initiatives...
2024-04-1837 min
Recycled ContentEp 30: Getting ready for the Plastic Recycling Conference w/ Maite Quinn & Steve AlexanderAhead of the 2024 Plastic Recycling Conference, Recycled Content is back with a new episode hosted by the Association of Plastic Recycler's (APR) VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro as she sits down with Steve Alexander, President & CEO of APR, and Maite Quinn, a lead member for Resource Recycling's Plastic Recycling Conference planning team. Kara, Steve, and Maite discuss the upcoming Plastics Recycling Conference, a gathering of over 2,000 power players in plastics and recycling industries, including key speakers who will discuss the annual plastics recycling study, key issues and challenges to address during the conference, and more! Want...
2024-03-0726 min
Recycled ContentEp 29: How Recycling Works at KW Plastics with Stephanie BakerHost and APR's VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro, is joined by Stephanie Baker, Director of Market Development for KW Plastics' Recycling Division. Kara and Stephanie discuss how KW got its beginnings from the disposal process for automotive battery casings and has now turned into a closed loop recycling business in Alabama, revitalizing the recycling economy with over 500 employees. The two also focus on the process of creating recycled resin that can be used in common products like shampoo bottles to unconventional items like deodorant sticks. They also talk about KW's sister company which uses the recycled...
2024-01-3124 min
Making A DifferenceEpisode 33 - The Professional Recyclers (Long Read series)In this episode, Aston Brown from University Technology Sydney – and now a rural and regional reporter at Guardian Australia – takes us inside the world of people who forage through rubbish bins to collect bottles and cans for cash. Are they environmental warriors? Is it a hobby job? Or are they trying to earn precious money to make ends meet? This is the first in our Long Read series where we focus on one, in-depth story each episode.Reporter: Aston BrownOriginal story on Guardian Australia:‘The professional recyclers cashing in on Australia’s bottles...
2024-01-3115 min
Beyond Beauty: the business of beautyThe Future of Fashion: Stuart Ahlum on Building Sustainable BrandsShow Notes:
In this podcast episode, Stuart Ahlum, co-founder of Super Circle and Thousand Fell, discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of sustainability in the retail industry. He shares his experiences in Asia, his work in the footwear industry, and his commitment to circularity and recycling. The conversation covers the challenges of scaling recycling operations, the significance of cross-brand collaboration, and the necessity of consumer engagement for sustainability. The episode concludes with Stuart emphasizing the power of persuasion in business and providing contact information for listeners interested in his companies' sustainable initiatives.
2024-01-1835 min
Recycled ContentEp 28:The Year in Review with APR President and CEO Steve AlexanderAPR President & CEO, Steve Alexander, is back on Recycled Content with host Kara Pochiro to discuss and reflect upon 2023. The two give updates on their predictions and resolutions from earlier this year, talk about the current state of the recycling industry, and how APR is a key component of progress made. Steve and Kara break down the recycling industry's main issues in 2023 including changing the narrative about recycling and increasing supply for recyclers. They discuss the extensive policy work, both domestic and international, that APR does to make sure the regulatory implementation of these new policies make a positive...
2023-12-1336 min
Social Enterprise Alliance PodcastSocial Enterprise in the Circular Economy with Elaine Birks-Mitchell of the Bra Recyclers - Ep 33An advocate of the circular economy for the past 15 years, Elaine Birks-Mitchell is the CEO and Founder of The Bra Recyclers, a social enterprise dedicated to recycling and reusing preloved bras, prostheses, and underwear. In partnership with other environmentally and socially conscious individuals and companies, Elaine has donated over four million bras to over 130 nonprofits in 29 States and 8 countries.In alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Elaine continues to be a steward of the social and environmental impacts of recycling on communities. She believes that we all have the power to change the trajectory of the...
2023-11-2832 min
Recycled ContentEp 27:Examining the EPR Legislation Wave and CA SB 54 with Bruce MagnaniHost and APR's VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro, is joined by Bruce Magnani, APR's Legislative Advocate in California, and VP of Houston Magnani Associates. Kara and Bruce start by breaking down the basics of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and California's SB 54 that focuses on packaging. The two discuss the EPR wave that is passing through various state legislatures, why it took multiple legislative sessions for it to pass in CA, catalysts for the bill, covered materials, key targets, and timelines. They then answer member's questions about SB 54 regarding recycling rates, whether this law is being used...
2023-11-1626 min
Recycled ContentEp 26: A New Model for Plastics Circularity - The Full Recycling Process Under One Roof at Firststar FiberHost and APR's VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro, is joined by Dale Gubbels, the 2023 Advocacy Champion Award recipient and CEO of Firstar Fiber. Dale and Kara break down Dale's early days of recycling and how Firstar Fiber has evolved into one of the largest materials recycling facilities (MRFs) in the Midwest. They decode Firstar's successful business model - diversifying sources other than single stream, enhancing people's awareness of recycling, and value-adding to hard-to-recycle plastics with the Hefty® ReNew® orange bag program. They also talk about the importance of working with local markets and it being the fou...
2023-09-2621 min
Recycled ContentEp 25: Package Design for Recyclability – A Deep Dive into PET PlasticsOn this week's episode, APR's VP of Communications and Public Affairs, Kara Pochiro, is joined by Curt Cozart, Chief Operating Officer of APR and lead of the APR Design® Guide Training Program and other technical projects. Kara and Curt continue the conversation on package design from the last episode, diving into the world of PET, a plastic often used for beverage bottles, and also one of the most commonly recognized types of recyclable packaging. The discussion focuses on what packaging features can affect recyclability, APR's recyclability categories, the collection, sortation, and processing of PET plastics, as well as some o...
2023-08-2224 min
Recycled ContentEp 24: Designing with Detail: A Look at Package Design for Recyclability with Ruben NanceOn this episode of Recycled Content, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Ruben Nance, Program Director for the Meets Preferred Guidance (MPG) Recognition Program at APR. Ruben and Kara talk about what makes packages truly recycling compatible through an examination of APR's Design Guide, the different Recognition Programs that APR offers, and the current strides being made by companies, including APR members, to push the industry in the right direction. Based on extensive work with reclaimers, designers, and a wide variety of technical experts the APR Design® Guide, along with the MPG and Critical Guidance recognitions, allow APR to b...
2023-07-1023 min
Plastics News RadioKate Bailey, Association of Plastics RecyclersPlastic recycling companies see the treaty as a “huge” opportunity to bring change and help struggling plastics recycling markets.
Kate Bailey, the chief policy officer for the Association of Plastic Recyclers in the United States, hopes the treaty can push adoption of extended producer responsibility laws and design for recycling. As well, Bailey said the treaty is moving beyond recycling into plastics and chemical health concerns.
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2023-07-1019 minThe Automotive Recycler's ExperienceThe URG Limitless Horizons EpisodeEvery year the URG training conference connects automotive recyclers with their peers, the latest technology and services and gives both individuals and teams the training they need to push their limits and reach for the horizon.Today’s episode is to provide valuable info and insights to auto recyclers around the world and to talk about the upcoming URG conference.AGENDA1. URG Conference in Orlando, FloridaWe will give you an idea of numbers, vendors attending and sessions.We will point out some sessions that will educate an...
2023-04-1341 min
Recycled ContentEp 23: Improving Recycling in a Comprehensive Way: The Positives Behind PCR, Recycled Content Requirements, and EPRThis week on the pod, APR's VP of Communications and Public Affairs Kara Pochiro is joined by not one but two Kates- APR's Chief Policy Officer Kate Bailey and APR's Program Director Kate Eagles. Kara sits down with both Kates to discuss their recent APR blog post highlighting the importance of post-consumer resin (PCR) as an integral part in reducing the environmental impacts of plastic packaging. They also chat about new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, post-consumer recycled content requirements, and their ability to encourage homes and businesses to recycle more. To read more in-depth about this issue or t...
2023-03-3022 minRecycled ContentEp 22: Plastic Recycling Conference Predictions with Dan LeifAs we get ready for this year's Plastics Recycling Conference, a gathering of over 2000 power players in plastics and recycling industries, the Recycled Content team welcomes back Dan Leif, managing editor at Resource Recycling, Inc. Host Kara Pochiro and Dan discuss hot topics in plastics recycling that will be covered at the conference, including the issues that keynote speaker Monica Medina, Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs at the State Department, will address. Tune in to hear insights from Dan on how to improve plastics recycling to keep up with the times, the latest market...
2023-03-0129 minThe Automotive Recycler's ExperienceEp20 The Get Real Marketing Series 2023: ‘Why Do Automotive Recyclers Need to Use Social Media?’The Get Real Marketing Series 2023: ‘Why Do Automotive Recyclers Need to Use Social Media?’- DIGITAL MARKETING -We know it works and we know most other industries have adapted to it.So why is the automotive recycling industry so far behind?Did the digital world forget about us, or are we too busy running our yards to market them?I feel so passionately about the power of Digital marketing in elevating your business, that I asked my Social Media Manager, Georgia to record this series with me. I hope...
2023-02-2401 min
Activation Energy26. Bahruz Mammadov (BERKM) and John Standish (Association of Plastic Recyclers) on plastic packagingThis episode features Bahruz Mammadov, CEO of BERKM, and John Standish, Technical Director at the Association of Plastic Recyclers, who share their views on the history, current state, and innovation in plastic packaging.
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(00:00) Intro
(01:02) State and scale of plastic packaging
(02:49) Plastic recycling
(04:03) Factors that promote and limit collection of plastic
(05:36) Technical and economic limits to recycling
(07:28) Greenpeace
(09:31) Association of Plastic Recyclers
(10:34) Regulation
(12:36) Innovation
(16:06) BERKM technology
(17:56) Application and market potential
(18:44) Current state of BERKM’s technology
(20:53) Vision for BERKM’s future
(22:02) Financing
2023-02-2022 minRecycled ContentEp 21: Looking Both Ways: 2022 Reflections and 2023 ObjectivesIn Recycled Content's first episode of 2023, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Steve Alexander, President and CEO of APR, to highlight the progress made in 2022 and what APR is focusing on moving into 2023. Kara and Steve discuss the rising tide of misinformation surrounding plastics recycling, how APR was able to amplify its engagement in state and federal legislation, the progress made on extended producer responsibility laws (EPR), APR Design® for Recyclability, PCR Certification, as well as additional progress and success APR made in 2022. Tune in to hear where APR is focusing its efforts in 2023, including the need to harmonize c...
2023-02-0733 min
Storytime with Harper, Holden & Baby ButterCharlie and Lola: We Are Extremely Very Good RecyclersCharlie and Lola: We Are Extremely Very Good Recyclers
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2023-01-3108 min
A Scrap LifeA Scrap Life: Episode 49 | Thomas Parker | All American Tire RecyclersOn this episode of A Scrap Life, Brett is joined by Tom Parker of All American Tire Recyclers to discuss tire recycling and how his business was born.
2022-12-2951 min
Recycle: Don't Be A Waster!How Much Money Do Plastic Recyclers Make?. Recycle: Don't Be A Waster!How Much Money Do Plastic Recyclers Make?. Recycle: Don't Be A Waster! Many people ask can they make a fortune by starting a plastic recycling business - in today's episode we explore that question - and discuss some of the negatives. It certainly is not as easy as you may think - and would not qualify as a "gold mine" in normal language.
2022-10-2109 minRecycled ContentEp 20: The Truth About Polypropylene Recycling with Denton PlasticsOn this episode of Recycled Content, we sit down with APR board member Nicole Janssen, President of Denton Plastics, to discuss all things polypropylene. Host Kara Pochiro and Nicole set the record straight on polypropylene and debunk recent reports that cast doubt about its recyclability. Tune in to hear about how polypropylene is now one of the fastest growing resins to recycle, and an update on legislative efforts by APR and its member companies.
2022-10-1823 min
Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors presented by Atlantic PackagingAssociation Of Oregon Recyclers / Joel Schoeninghttps://oregonrecyclers.org/What should go in the blue bin? How can we make recycling easier for consumers? What is the association of Oregon Recyclers? Will you attend the conference October 26-28 in Bend Oregon? https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.
2022-07-2919 min
Flexible Packaging Round TableEpisode 13: Part-2 Sandi Childs from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)What does mono-material mean? What are the benefits of using mono-materials for brands & consumers? Is there any government legislation that can potentially have a positive impact on the recycling industry and could help expand the type of material that can be accepted and recycled? Tune in to hear what Sandi Childs, Director of Film and Flexible Programs at the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) had to say.
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2022-06-2221 minFlexible Packaging Round TableEpisode 12: Sandi Childs from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)What is the APR Design Guide for Plastic Recyclability? What happens after a package has been thrown in a curbside recyclable blue bin? What advancements in the US recycling infrastructure have you seen in recent years? Tune in to hear what Sandi Childs, Director of Film and Flexible Programs at the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) had to say.
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2022-05-2420 minRecycled ContentEp 19: Sustainability Goals for the Future with Nicole Camilleri of Nestle and Melissa Craig of UnileverOn this episode of Recycled Content, APR sits down with two representatives from member companies Unilever and Nestle. Nicole Camilleri, the Packaging Sustainability Manager at Nestle, and Melissa Craig, the Senior Manager for Packaging Sustainability in North America for Unilever, helped shine a light on what the future holds for both companies, including initiatives to create products that are circular by design and how APR's design guide is helping to lead the way. Tune in to hear about the successes, challenges, and opportunities that companies face while creating sustainable products.
2022-05-1030 min
PR por el ambienteEpisodio #8 - Entrevista a World Metal RecyclersEn este episodio vamos a hablar con el Sr. Wilfredo Medina, fundador de World Metal Recyclers. Este va a explicarnos sobre sus comienzos y hacia donde quieren dirigirse con su compañía de reciclaje. También le preguntamos sobre el sistema de reciclaje en PR y sobre como la juventud es el futuro.
2022-04-2612 min
Startup Life Show with Ande LyonsEP 189 Ugandan Startup Recycles Plastic Waste into Eco-Friendly MaterialsSerial and social entrepreneur Ronald Mugaiga has a powerful, purpose-driven mission for his Ugandan startup, Ecomak Recyclers.To build eco-friendly products solving waste pollution, poverty and unemployment while mitigating climate change and creating jobs for marginalized women and youth.Ecomak Recyclers is a social enterprise developing eco-friendly, durable and long-lasting building plastic bricks and blocks from post-consumer plastic waste using a chemical free and energy saving extrusion technology.The plastic bricks are an affordable alternative to conventional bricks, and they solve the challenges of plastic pollution, unemployment, poverty and indecent housing. Ecomak’s...
2022-04-1557 minRecycled ContentEp 18: Takeaways from the 2022 Plastics Recycling Conference with Dan Leif of Resource Recycling, Inc.APR was glad to be back, and in person, for the 2022 Plastics Recycling Conference. The event brought together a record number of industry decision-makers to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the industry. In this episode of Recycled Content, we are joined by Dan Leif, the managing editor at the Resource Recycling, Inc. Tune in for a lively conversation covering the highlights from the event and to hear Dan's main takeaways from this year's conference!
2022-03-2236 min
women17'We change lives with pre-loved bras' - Elaine Birks-Mitchell, Founder and CEO, The Bra RecyclersDid you know that on average, a woman owns six bras, but only wears two and worn bras only last 6-9 months!?
The average American throws away 81 pounds of clothing a year and 95% of these textiles can be recycled, but only 15% gets donated or recycled. That is just astonishing!
If you are like me, you may not have even realised that bras can be donated. In the US, this can easily be done with The Bra Recyclers who since 2008 have donated over 4 million bras to over 120 nonprofits across the globe that support women and girls...
2022-03-1550 minRecycled ContentEp 17: The Problematic and Unnecessary Materials List with Emily Tipaldo of U.S. Plastics PactOn January 25th the U.S. Plastics Pact released its Problematic and Unnecessary Materials List as a first step in accelerating progress toward a circular economy for plastic packaging in the United States. On this episode of Recycled Content, hosts Steve Alexander and Kara Pochiro went straight to the heart of the matter with Emily Tipaldo, Executive Director of the U.S. Plastics Pact. Tune in to hear more about the newly released list and the potential impact it has on the industry.
2022-01-2536 min
Waste Less Live MoreEpisode One: A conversation with The Bra RecyclersThe Bra Recyclers have donated over 4 Million Bras to various organizations around the globe! Hear how they are making a positive impact environmentally and socially!
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2022-01-0937 min
C.A.N. Projects - Let's TalkConservation and Nairobi Recyclers, Justice For Waste Pickers, Mustafa Gerima and Stanley Didi📩 DOWNLOAD https://buff.ly/33dBfuD Second part of our discussion with Mustafe Gerima UNFFF Ambassador of the Shea Tree , Twitter @GerimaMustafa, and Stanley Didi project coordinator at Nairobi Recyclers , Twitter @NarecNgo . We discuss pollution and environmental challenges and solutions in Africa.💙 VIDEO https://buff.ly/31xISvyPREVIOUS SHOW: Justice For Waste Pickers, Nairobi Recyclers, Stanley Didi, Community Outreach💚PODCAST https://www.spreaker.com/user/14946997/justice-for-waste-pickers-nairobi-recycl📩DOWNLOAD https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47784117/download.mp3PREVIOUS SHOW: Food Insecurity, Practical Approach's, Environmental Restoration - Mustafa Gerima💚PODCAST h...
2021-12-0849 min
C.A.N. Projects - Let's TalkJustice For Waste Pickers, Nairobi Recyclers, Stanley Didi, Community Outreach📩 DOWNLOAD: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47784117/download.mp3Very insightful guest Stanely Didi the project coordinator at Nairobi Recyclers, NARECNGO, speaks with us about the incredible good works he is doing with his community to help solve environmental pollution and extremely poor living conditions in Nairobi and Africa. Mustafa Gerima the UNFFF Shea Tree Ambassador joins us in the next show with Stanley Didi.https://www.facebook.com/Nairobi-Recyclers-620101125157100/#pollution #wastepickers #nairobi #communityoutreach #recycling #developingcountries-------------------C.A.N. Projects: Culture, Arts, Nature & Wel...
2021-12-0440 min
Recycled ContentEp 16: The Reality of Recycling with Kate Davenport of Eureka RecyclingOur host Steve Alexander is joined this week by Kate Davenport, Co-President of Eureka Recycling, to discuss Eureka's work and mission of demonstrating that waste is completely preventable, not inevitable, challenges that materials recovery facilities are facing, and the future of recycling.
2021-08-1240 min
In Tune to Nature PodcastSuper Fly: Flies as Pollinators & Recyclers with author & biologist Dr. Jonathan BalcombeIn this interview, biologist and animal advocate Dr. Balcombe helps us appreciate an ecologically beneficial group of animals who are buzzing all around us but whom we mostly ignore, malign, or swat away -- flies -- the topic of his new book “Superfly: The Unexpected Lives of the World’s Most Successful Insects" (Penguin Press, 2021). For this "In Tune to Nature" show, host Carrie Freeman asks Dr. Balcombe to focus on the vital role of flies as pollinators of flowers and food crops (including chocolate!), and as waste disposers, composters, and recyclers (they literally clean up everyone's sh*t) so t...
2021-06-2125 min
Recycled ContentEp 15: The Recycling Paradigm Shift with Kate Bailey of Eco-CycleOur host Steve Alexander is joined this week by Kate Bailey, Policy and Research Director of Eco-Cycle, to discuss her work advocating for a zero waste future, her insights on the packaging crisis, and the challenges she sees for the future of recycling and potential paths forward.
2021-06-0331 min
Recycled ContentEp 14: Post-Consumer Resin (PCR): The Key to a Circular Recycling EconomyOur hosts Steve and Kara are back to discuss the value and benefits of post-consumer resin (PCR), APR's PCR Certification Program, and the importance of distinguishing between "post-consumer" materials and "post-industrial" materials for labeling purposes.
2021-03-1730 min
Recycled ContentEp 13: The 2021 Plastics Recycling Conference: A Can't-Miss Virtual EventSteve is joined today by Dan Leif and Tonya Oyala, Resource Recycling's Managing Editor and Sponsor/Exhibitor Manager, respectively. Dan, Tonya, and Steve discuss the upcoming Plastics Recycling Conference, now in its 16th year, which is the focal point for the increasingly complex and international plastics recycling industry. Tune in for more information about the virtual event and why you can't miss it! Learn more at www.plasticsrecycling.com.
2021-02-2228 min
Recycled ContentEp 12: Plastic Recycling Policy in a New Administration, featuring APR's DC Advocates Liam Donovan and Anna BurhopWe're back and jumping into the deep end to kick off a new year of podcasting! Liam Donovan and Anna Burhop, members of APR's DC advocacy team at Bracewell's Policy Resolution Group, join your host Steve Alexander to discuss how the 117th Congress' roster will impact recycling policy and how APR can continue to advocate for meaningful, bipartisan support for recycling in 2021 and beyond.
2021-01-2926 min
Becoming LessBlenderz Garment RecyclersBizz chats with Sarah about becoming less with our textiles.
You can find Blenderz at:
Facebook - facebook.com/blenderzupcycle
Instagram - @blenderz_garment_recyclers
Website - coming soon
Some things we chat about:
Exporting clothing to other countries to deal with
Thrift shopping
Clothing swaps
Circular systems
Some of the businesses Blenderz partners with:
The House of Sew
Life Preloved
Cowabunga Clothing - cowabungaclothing.ca, facebook.com/cowabungaclothing
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2020-12-2724 min
Recycled ContentEp 11: A Year in Review: 2020 and Plastic Recycling2020 has certainly been a challenging year for the plastic recycling industry, but we at APR are proud of our industry's accomplishments this year in the face of the pandemic. Tune in to this Year in Review episode for a dive into all the unique challenges we've tackled this year and what we are looking toward in 2021.
2020-12-1835 min