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Is Recycling Worth It? Navigating the Challenges with The Recycling Partnership
Description
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/
Register for the #152PickUpChallenge: https://kab.tfaforms.net/f/152IndividualReg