Yes, paper cups are recyclable. There are about 40 mills across North America that recycle paper cups. Cities across the U.S. have already added cups to their recycling programs.
The NY State Legislature ended its session without passing the 包装 Reduction and 回收 Infrastructure Act. 的房颤&PA supports recycling improvements but seeks provisions to protect paper and paper-based packaging recycling in future discussions.
纸 bags are widely accepted for recycling across the U.S. They are the only bags that are recyclable in curbside bins. This ease of recycling makes them a convenient choice.
纸 cups are a sustainable choice and an important part of advancing sustainability goals. 纸 cups are made from renewable resources and can be recycled at paper mills.
Minnesota lawmakers are rushing to implement the 包装 Waste and Cost Reduction Act. We support and encourage Minnesota lawmakers to complete a needs assessment before considering an EPR program. This would help them reach their goals to improve their recycling system.
Before an EPR program is considered, states need to do a needs assessment. These studies help states better understand the current state of their waste and recycling system.
Grease and cheese in an amount typically found on pizza boxes are not an issue for the recycling process. 82% of Americans have access to a community recycling program that accepts pizza boxes.
The American Forest & 纸 Association celebrates National Forest Products Week. The week-long event spotlights the 925,000 people working in the forest products industry who are committed to advancing a sustainable future.
