Sustainable packaging is transitioning from a fringe trend to the mainstream, as more and more consumers demand solutions that meet both their needs and the environment’s. The Millennial generation, in particular, is pursuing products made from recyclable materials or renewable packaging. And, [...]
China’s move to open their economy in the 1990s was a boon to recyclers. China needed all kinds of waste products -- from plastics to corrugated cardboard -- to fuel their factories which were suddenly producing all kinds of products for exports. [...]
The recycling industry is constantly evolving. Sometimes it is in response to new technology, but other times, external regulations (both domestic and foreign) require recyclers to change. In 2011, China rewrote the rules of recyclable imports and in 2013, they started enforcing [...]
The concept of business sustainability has quickly accelerated from a progressive, niche concept to a one regularly touched upon in c-suite offices around the world. In 2017, we saw companies grapple with the idea of balancing their growth and their obligations to [...]
As a leader within the business recycling community, we know many of our clients struggle with the classic battle of being environmentally conscientious while striving for tremendous growth. How can companies expand their products and services, grow their customer base or innovate [...]
Throughout the last year, China has put a lock down on plastic sent in from overseas—imported plastics and other scraps that can be reused or recycled. What began as a notice sent to the World Trade Organization (WHO) has now evolved into [...]
What do companies do when recycling rates are hitting a plateau, but a demand for recycled manufacturing goods is on the up? It’s called the Closed Loop Fund. In just the past few months alone, nine major companies have put $5 to [...]
The whole concept behind Recycle 1 is to help businesses reduce, reuse and recycle their waste. Our goal is to make a positive impact on the environment, and to enable businesses to do the same. It’s why we exist. So, we’re thrilled [...]
Recycle 1 is hosting a free "Back to School" Shred Event, and there are three reasons to attend: One, you care about the environment and want to contribute to the Zero Waste initiative. Two, you want to do the smart thing and [...]
Many people may hear the term “Zero Waste” and think of it as getting to zero waste—literally. But Zero Waste is much more complex than that. It’s a concept that goes far beyond just recycling or even individual business’ actions. Rather, it’s [...]
