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In this episode: • A new bill intends to improve data gathering on national recycling programs. • Rubber modified asphalt: sunscreen for roads, opportunity for recyclers. • ISRI’s president recognized for over three decades of service to the recycling industry. Related Articles U.S. House Bill Intends to Improve Data on National Recycling Programs – Scrap... Read more »

In this episode: The Ocean Shipping Reform Act becomes U.S. law. ISRI cultivates global ties while pushing back on misconceptions about recycling. The Spring ISEC brings more than 100 recyclers under the St. Louis Arch to talk about safety. Related Articles ISRI Applauds Signage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act Into Law | ISRI Ocean Shipping... Read more »

In this week’s episode: How port congestion and supply constraints may affect recyclers. Lieutenant governors learn more about the Circular Economy while recyclers learn more about lawmaking. ISRI’s Women in Recycling Council  readies for Round Two of its successful mentorship program. Related Articles How Rising Port Congestion, Supply Constraints May Impact Recyclers Plastics Recycling, Circular... Read more »

In this episode: How Recyclers Beat the Nerves and Get Involved. Developing the Future Workforce for the Recycling Industry. An ISRI Member is Excited to Help the Environment and the Economy. Related Articles How Recyclers Beat the Nerves and Get Involved – Scrap News ISRI Sets Sights on Developing Workforce for Recycling Industry – Scrap... Read more »

In this week’s episode: ISRI urges states to re-evaluate definitions of recycling versus waste. Recyclers help call attention to the mental health crisis. ISRI notes the importance of recycling to the global economy. Related Articles ISRI Comments to Oregon Truth in Labeling Task Force Strengthen Recycling Terms, Definitions – Scrap News Michigan Recycler ‘Crushing the... Read more »

In this week’s episode: ISRI’s Industry Leadership Development Program returns this summer; Monetary donations in support of humanitarian efforts in Ukraine; ISRI Sets Sights on Developing Workforce for Recycling Industry; and New Purpose for Recycled Tires in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Related Articles New Purpose for Recycled Tires in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law ISRI Sets Sights on... Read more »

In this week’s episode: Scratch that safety itch at ISEC. A Canadian province marks 30 years, 100-million recycled tires, and looks to the future. And a recycler shows how people with unique abilities can benefit your workforce. Related Articles Satisfy Your Safety Urge through Sharing Stories, Networking at ISEC Province Celebrates 30 Years, 100 Million... Read more »

In this week’s episode: An ISRI member gives federal leaders a briefing on the problems with rail service. The EPA begins to hear feedback on its National Recycling Strategy. ISRI gets a seat on one of the groups that advises the federal government on international trade policy. Related Articles ISRI Testifies on Behalf of Industry... Read more »

In this week’s episode: ISRI Members ‘Invest in Our Planet’ by Celebrating Earth Day 2022; A Renowned Disaster Expert Will Keynote ISRI Gulf Coast Region’s Summer Convention; and Get to Know ISRI’s New Assistant Vice President of International Trade. Related Articles ISRI Members ‘Invest in Our Planet’ by Celebrating Earth Day 2022 Lt. Gen. Russel... Read more »

In this episode: Making employee retention a true priority: We talk with one of the keynote speakers from ISRI2022; Earth Day is right around the corner. How you can tell your story in your community; and Meet ISRI’s newest staff helping spread the word and coordinate industry gatherings. Related Articles Closing Session of ISRI2022 Caps... Read more »

In this episode: ISRI and recycling score a third win on Capitol Hill in 2022; A member enlightens federal regulators about the problem of too little rail competition; and Takeaways from ISRI2022: what to expect across commodities. Related Articles ISRI Member Testifies on Reciprocal Switching to Surface Transportation Board Panelists Explain How Nickel, Stainless Markets... Read more »

In this episode: Auto shredders across the U-S catch a break on imported wear parts; A View from the Chair: Outgoing and incoming leaders share their takeaways from the past two years; and ISRI’s Gulf Coast Region announces the winner of its lifetime achievement award. Related Articles U.S. Government Approves Tariff Waiver Extension on Auto... Read more »