CAA Colorado Adds 13 Recycling Facilities as Statewide EPR Program Expands

Circular Action Alliance Colorado (CAA Colorado) announced another major milestone in the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging and paper, with 13 additional recycling processing facilities joining the program. Combined, Colorado’s participating facilities have the capacity to process more than 200,000 tons of recyclables annually, helping set the stage for CAA Colorado to meet program plan goals. With the latest collection agreements, more than 400,000 Colorado households have access to no-cost recycling at home through the producer-funded program. This recent and sustained progress represents an important step in building the statewide network of collectors and recycling facilities needed to deliver Colorado’s new and lasting recycling system. “Colorado’s EPR program is moving from plans and agreements to real services and infrastructure for communities across the state,” said Colorado Executive Director Juri Freeman. “Every new agreement brings us closer to a more convenient and consistent recycling system for Coloradans, supported by the producers of packaging and paper products.” 

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