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Providing Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) news, knowledge and recycling information for North America.

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Styrofoam Recycling Event This Saturday! The Village of Gurnee’s Styrofoam Recycling Event is this Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Gurnee Public Works Facility, 1151 Kilbourne Rd. We hope to see you Saturday!
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The Department of Public Works' Autumn Drop-Off Event is this Saturday (10/17)! From 8a-12p, City of Laurel residents can bring papers, old electronics, lightly used home goods, & certain Styrofoam products to Public Works at 305-307 First St! More info: cityoflaurel.org/m/newsflash…
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Community collection events help make EPS recycling more accessible! Naperville’s upcoming event gives residents another opportunity to keep EPS foam in circulation and out of the waste stream. #EPSRecycling
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The final 2026 Styrofoam recycling event, hosted by the City with Dart Container, Naperville Noon Lions and NEST, is approaching! Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 3, and start saving your egg cartons and "to-go" containers. For full details, visit naperville.il.us/WasteRecycl….
City of Naperville logo. Volunteers take Styrofoam from the trunk of a car and place it in the back of a semi-trailer.

ALT City of Naperville logo. Volunteers take Styrofoam from the trunk of a car and place it in the back of a semi-trailer.

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Our new Maryland EPS recycling drop-off is officially open in Baltimore! 1820 Worcester St., Baltimore, MD Accessible 24/7 Clean EPS protective packaging is accepted. Please remove all tape and labels and ensure materials are free of food residue. Help spread the word!
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What happens after #EPS is recycled? It becomes something new! Recycled EPS is used to make products like construction materials, automotive components, surfboards, clothing hangers, picture frames, and more. View the images below for more examples of recycled EPS applications.
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As EPS-IA relocates, so will our EPS recycling program. Our Crofton, MD drop-off bin will be available through July 27. Local collection events continue in several nearby communities. Follow us and visit epsindustry.org for updates on our new location!
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What happens after you recycle #EPS packaging? The journey is just beginning. EPS is inspected, sorted, densified into ingots, and reprocessed into raw material for new products. Explore the EPS recycling map: foamrecycling.org
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Not all foam is #EPS foam. Before recycling, make sure only accepted EPS materials go into drop-off bins. Other foams can contaminate the recycling stream and make processing more difficult. A quick check helps keep EPS recycling programs running smoothly. Visit: Foamrecycling.org
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We’re excited to announce the addition of a new year-round Styrofoam recycling collection bin at the Warren Township Municipal Complex.
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Progress happens when industry, communities, and recyclers work together. The 2024 EPS Recycling Report highlights record recycling volumes and growth in collection programs, drop-off locations, and commercial recovery across North America. View the 2024 report below!
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Looking to recycle EPS foam packaging? The EPS Industry Alliance's EPS Recycling Map helps you find EPS drop-off locations across North America. Find a recycling location near you and help keep valuable materials in circulation! Visit: foamrecycling.org
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We've spent the past month exploring where EPS is found in everyday life. Now we're following its journey after use. From drop-off locations to recycling technologies and new products, discover how EPS recycling supports a more circular future. #EPSRecycling #Sustainability
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Performance starts below the surface. EPS is used in many surfboards and paddleboards, helping deliver the buoyancy, strength, and lightweight performance that keeps riders moving. #EPSInEverydayLife #Surfing #Paddleboarding
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Keeping food fresh longer helps reduce food waste and supports a more efficient supply chain. EPS packaging helps protect fish, meat, fruits, and vegetables during transport, helping food arrive fresh and damage-free. #EPSInEverydayLife #ColdChain
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A more energy-efficient building starts with the right insulation. EPS helps control moisture, reduce air leaks, and supports long-term performance in roofs, walls, floors, ceilings, and below-grade applications. #EPSInEverydayLife #EnergyEfficiency
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Helping bees thrive, one hive at a time. EPS beekeeping boxes are lightweight, durable, and provide insulation that helps support healthier hives throughout the year. #EPSInEverydayLife #Pollinators
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Protecting life-saving medicines starts with protecting the cold chain. EPS packaging helps maintain temperatures during transport, supporting product safety while reducing wasted products and resources. #EPSInEverydayLife #ColdChain #Healthcare
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Did you know EPS is used beneath roads and bridges? EPS Geofoam is lightweight, strong, and helps reduce load on underlying soils, improve stability, and simplify construction projects. A lightweight solution delivering strong results. #EPSInEverydayLife
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What's inside your helmet matters. EPS is the lightweight material that helps absorb impact and improve protection in many helmets and safety products. A small material making a big difference. #EPSInEverydayLife #SafetyFirst
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