APR is an international non-profit focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics.
Washington, DC
- Tweets 2,883
- Following 404
- Followers 3,616
- Likes 849
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
1
28
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…
1
50
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…
1
84
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
1
48
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-…
88
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
59
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
57
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
84
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
65
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.
1
81
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…
1
1
42
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
1
1
55
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
2
46
“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
1
1
66
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…
1
1
40
A new chapter for Recycled Content! 🌎 Our first Spanish episode is here. Ep. 61 explores Mexico’s new Circular Economy Law, PET recovery, the 80% goal by 2030 & the future of plastics recycling in Latin America. Watch w/ English captions: youtu.be/VR-B12MQMFE
1
53
The EPR conversation continues at our next member meeting! Early registration ends Aug. 28. Join us in New Orleans for a PRO perspective with Jeff Meyers of CAA, which helps implement packaging EPR in CA, OR & other states. Register: ow.ly/ZYrH50ZGmFa
1
49
¡Nuevo episodio de Recycled Content! Ep. 61: nuestro primer capítulo completamente en español. Jazlin Lopez conversa con Martha Ricardi Velázquez sobre la nueva Ley General de Economía Circular, la recuperación de PET y el futuro del reciclaje en México. ow.ly/NOmf50ZGcCy
47
New laws are making recyclability a packaging requirement. See how design choices impact recycling at APR’s Design Training & Tours, Sept. 22–24 in Indianapolis, featuring expert training + 3 facility tours.
Register Here: plasticsrecycling.org/three-…
1
67
Join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest APR members, Anthesis Group, Cirkul, Faerch Group, PPC Flex, and Origin Materials. Your commitment to improving recycling and sustainability is invaluable. 👏
Learn more about getting involved: ow.ly/q4pW50ZBGqS
1
1
73