Calling all innovators in plastic recycling! The APR Recycling Leadership Awards celebrate breakthroughs in tech, packaging & leadership. 🏆 Winners announced at #PRC2027 in National Harbor! Submit nominations by Dec. 31 👉 ow.ly/lpWv50XkI0i

PACK EXPO is underway, and APR is here! ♻️ Visit Booth W-44032 for recyclability resources, design guidance & more. Join APR’s Scott Trenor at 10 AM at Sustainability Central (W-52060) for a session on design for recyclability. ow.ly/1UhT50ZYPfz

A new opinion piece in The Hill Times outlines four federal policy measures to strengthen Canada’s recycling industry, boost demand for recycled plastics, and support competitiveness and consumer affordability. Learn more: ow.ly/AbH650ZYe1P

Attending RCC’s Retail Sustainability Conference? ♻️ Join APR & ECCC’s Recycled Content Workshop to explore market realities, industry barriers, and policy solutions to advance recycled content in Canada. 📅 Oct. 27 | 1–5 p.m. ET: ow.ly/S3U850ZXLIA

From Brussels to Mexico, September took APR across the plastics recycling value chain. Our latest September Snapshot highlights work on EU recycled content rules, PCR markets, the APR Design® Assessment Tool and LATAM collaboration. Read more: ow.ly/oAWx50ZW6RB

Do you make or use PE flexible packaging? See how the APR Design® Assessment Tool powered by Recyda GmbH can help assess recyclability. 📅 Oct. 8 | 🕑 2 PM ET Register now: ow.ly/JPRk50ZV8sN

Nominations are open for the 3rd Annual APR Recycling Leadership Awards! 🏆 Recognizing leaders advancing plastics recycling across four categories. Nominate an individual or organization by Dec. 31, 2026. Learn more: plasticsrecycling.org/apr-re…

What does it take to build a more resilient recycling system in Canada? Episode 61 of Recycled Content explores market challenges, the virgin-to-recycled price gap, EPR, trade policy, recycled content demand, and opportunities for Canadian recycling. 🎧: plasticsrecycling.org/resour…

A recycling facility tour may start with a few visitors, but its impact can reach much further. During APR’s 2026 Recycling in Action, 40+ facilities opened their doors, with 89% of attendees saying they’d share what they learned. Read more: ow.ly/NtnE50ZTJi9

Join APR in New Orleans for the Fall Member Meeting! Hear the latest on PE film guidance, rigid PP testing, EPR, recycling policy & communications & connect with leaders across the recycling value chain. Rates increase after today, Sept. 30. Register now: plasticsrecycling.org/about-…

We’re excited to announce the public launch of the APR Design® Assessment Tool, powered by Recyda! 🎉♻️ Evaluate packaging recyclability & SB 343 labeling compliance, save time, reduce risk, and prepare for regulation. ow.ly/rjlf50ZSVAm

This week, 40 people from 25 companies, nonprofits & universities joined APR Design® Training & Tours in Indianapolis, combining classroom learning with firsthand views of recycling operations. Thanks to our attendees, instructors & hosts! Learn more: ow.ly/m4g850ZRC4t

Thousands of U.S. communities depend on a strong domestic recycling system. Thanks to NWRA for pushing for better trade data to inform federal government actions. APR supports greater transparency and better tracking of recycled PET imports. Learn More: ow.ly/3Wq450ZRaGa

At APR’s Fall Member Meeting, hear perspectives on EPR policy, implementation & reporting from: • Jeff Meyers, Circular Action Alliance • Kate Bailey, APR • Lilith Lauk, Henkel Rates increase Sept. 30. Register: ow.ly/vTFG50ZQGty

California is the first state to require PCR certification for beverage containers. Gov. Newsom signed SB 633 into law, advancing transparency & accountability in PCR use. APR championed the law to strengthen recycling and protect North American recyclers.

What’s the buzz about PCR Certification? Join APR experts tomorrow, Sept. 16, 2–3 PM EDT, to learn how APR PCR Certification fits into California EPR, how certification works, and more. Register: register.gotowebinar.com/reg…

APR is deeply disappointed by New Jersey’s decision to delay its recycled content requirements for food packaging and containers. New Jersey should maintain the original implementation date, not delay progress. Read More: ow.ly/fNNv50ZM3bq

We’re proud to recognize Albéa Group, Uflex Packaging, Inc., Sinkro Corporation, ProAmpac, and ITW Hi-Cone as recipients of the APR Design® Recognition. 👏♻️ Find their recognized products here: ow.ly/M8zu50ZIuUY

“I can’t think of a bigger paradigm shift, to be honest.” APR Chief Policy Officer Kate Bailey discusses how EPR laws are reshaping plastic recycling across the U.S. in a new interview with WBUR’s On Point. Listen to the full interview: ow.ly/hc2b50ZIt5T

Join us Sept. 8 at 2 p.m. ET to see how the APR Design® Assessment Tool, powered by Recyda, evaluates the recyclability of an entire plastic package using the APR Design® Guide. Learn more & register: register.gotowebinar.com/reg…