Exploring the Future of Recycling with The Recycling Partnership
In this episode, Jenny talks with Keefe Harrison, CEO of The Recycling Partnership about their latest research and insights on residential recycling in the United States. Join us as we navigate the complexities of recycling, consider the roles of individuals, companies, and policymakers, and envision a sustainable and efficient future of waste management. Prepare to be informed and empowered to contribute to a greener tomorrow!
“We want to build some consistency for what’s recyclable where across the country so that it doesn’t have to be a guessing game of what happens at the bin.”— Keefe Harrison, CEO of The Recycling Partnership
Show Notes:
00:00 Jenny Lawson introduces CEO Keith Harrison for a recycling discussion.
05:19 Companies must ensure recycling effectiveness with nonprofit help.
07:20 City picks up and sorts your recycling.
11:12 Promoting consistent recycling practices for a better world.
15:43 Encouraging individuals to use their voice for recycling.
17:02 EPR promotes business involvement in recycling efforts.
22:05 Recycling CEO seeks partnership to clean up.
The Recycling Partnership: https://recyclingpartnership.org/
Great American Cleanup®: https://kab.org/our-signature-programs/great-american-cleanup/
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About Keep America Beautiful®:
Keep America Beautiful®, the nation’s leading community improvement nonprofit organization, inspires and educates people to take action every day to improve and beautify their community environment. Established in 1953, Keep America Beautiful® strives to End Littering, Improve Recycling, and Beautify America’s Communities. We believe everyone has a right to live in a clean, green, and beautiful community, and shares a responsibility to contribute to that vision. The organization is driven by the work and passion of 700 Keep America Beautiful® affiliates, millions of volunteers, and the collaborative support of corporate partners, social and civic service organizations, academia, municipalities, elected officials, and individuals. Join us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin, and YouTube. Donate and take action at kab.org.
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