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NRC News and Events
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A Coalition In Action
by Marialyce Pedersen, NRC Board of Directors & Sophia Huda, NRC Communications Committee
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With momentum building since the start of 2021, thanks to strong leadership and super-charged committees handling compelling tasks, the NRC is leaping ahead further this summer: a new Strategic Plan was approved in July; new Board members were appointed; upcoming national event planning is underway; a paid staff member is providing valued administrative support, and the organization is growing.
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There has been so much exciting progress in the planning of two upcoming NRC conferences: the 2021 [Virtual] National Recycling Congress and the 2021 National Zero Waste Conference. Here’s the latest….
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Sponsorship opportunities are open to support both upcoming NRC conferences and promote your programs to an engaged national audience. Reach the broadest audience by combining sponsorships with NYSAR³’s state conference, the National Recycling Congress and the National Zero Waste Conference. Reach out as soon as possible to Alec Cooley, NRC Board of Directors, who can help you build a plan to gain maximum exposure for your sponsorship dollars: [email protected]
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Become a Collaborating Organization
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NRC is encouraging all state recycling organizations, and other regional and national groups with shared missions, to become Collaborating Organizations so that we may build momentum together. Your group commits to promoting one or both of these conferences to your members and partners, and in exchange, NRC will provide unique recognition its events.
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Early Bird Registration is open and the Program/Session topics are shaping up to include a wide variety of critical and innovative issues. NRC is pleased to be partnering with the New York State Association of Reduction, Reuse and Recycling (NYSAR³) for the 2021 Congress, November 3-4. The Congress is the premier two-day educational and networking event covering issues of waste prevention, reuse, recycling, composting, market development, buy recycled, equity and diversity, and more, organized by the National Recycling Coalition (NRC). Check out the developing program on Hopin.
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Reuse Wins at Events: A life-cycle analysis of reusable and single-use cups by Upstream
Over the past decade, the sports, entertainment, and live events industry has searched for alternatives to single-use plastic in food concessions. As fans return to sporting arenas and concert-goers celebrate the return of music festivals, sustainability issues at events and venues are coming back into focus – specifically, the ever-present disposable plastic cup.
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Many attempts at solutions have been introduced, from bioplastic cups to reuse systems and now single-use aluminum. But there has been no clear scientific consensus as to which options have the greatest environmental impact and which options have the least – until now.
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Job Board:
USGBC Seeking TRUE Certification Manager
TRUE, a zero waste certification owned and operated by USGBC/GBCI, is currently seeking an experienced zero waste professional to fill the position of Certification Manager. The position can be remote from anywhere in the U.S. Details on the position and how to apply are below. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible!
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NRC Awards – Nominations Due September 1 @ 5pm (est)
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Spread the Word! The National Recycling Coalition announces the “Call for Nominations” for the 2021 Awards – with awards presented at the National Recycling Congress, to be held virtually on November 3-4, 2021. The NRC Awards seek to recognize the best of the best in recycling, organics, or reduction. Nominate the best programs or individual you know in the following categories (criteria below the awards). All you need to do is write TWO word documents – a summary of 150 words and 500 words or less on how the nominee meets the criteria (self-nominations allowed). Then click on link and copy and paste into this online form: 2021 NRC Awards Nomination Form For complete details, download the Award Information.
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Recycling Infrastructure Plan Released
Washington, D.C. – The Recycling Is Infrastructure Too Campaign released its first Recycling Infrastructure Plan today. There are a total of 50 initiatives and requests for funding of $3.3 billion in physical infrastructure, and $3.3 billion for Infrastructure Support Policies and Programs for the first year. Over a three year period, the Plan recommends a total investment of $16.3 billion. The National Recycling Coalition (NRC), the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) and Zero Waste USA issued a request for the inclusion of “waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting that will stem climate disruption, address racial justice, and create thousands of jobs throughout the country” in a March 31st press release. This Recycling Infrastructure Plan is the follow-up, with detailed policies and programs that should be included in the infrastructure discussions on Capitol Hill.
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Nation's First Packaging EPR Bill Signed Into Law
The governor of Maine has signed legislation establishing extended producer responsibility for packaging materials in the state. It’s the first bill of its kind to become law in the U.S. Legislative Document 1541, which establishes EPR for certain packaging products spanning virtually all material types, was approved by both the state House of Representatives and Senate in June. On July 12, Gov. Janet Mills signed the bill into law.
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Under the law, packaging producers will be financially responsible for funding recycling of their products. The legislation was sponsored by state Rep. Nicole Grohoski and is titled “an act to support and improve municipal recycling programs and save taxpayer money.”
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The NRC’s Policy Committee includes several prominent experts in national recycling policy, and members are currently drafting an EPR policy, reflecting best practices and learnings from decades of efforts. As a reminder, all NRC members are welcome to join committees and contribute their knowledge. Read more about our NRC committees on our webpage.
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Refuel Your Fun & $ave! Campaign
A unique reusable solution has taken hold in California and may just be ripe enough to bring to your state. The Refuel Your Fun & $ave! Campaign (RFYF) promotes the reuse and refilling of 1lb propane canisters. RFYF is the promotion and education program that works to accelerate the behavior change required for success. CalRecycle supports the program and retailers that are committed to offering better options by providing grants to help them step-up to sell and/or refill reusables cylinders.
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