In this resolution, ECOS requests U.S. EPA recognize the value of pollution prevention (P2) by incorporating P2 and sustainability into its policies, regulations, and actions; requests that U.S. EPA meet…
Sustainability & Materials Management
For Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Workgroup resources, see here.
For Materials Leadership Council and Materials Marketplace resources, see here.
Resolution 10-1: National Sustainable Materials Management
This resolution requests that U.S. EPA continue to collaborate with states to incorporate materials management as an important strategic approach for addressing environmental challenges; requests that U.S. EPA continue to…
Indiana Develops Materials Management Plan
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is hosting a set of five regional open houses to support the development of its Indiana State Materials Management Plan (MMP). The MMP…
Arizona Promotes Recycling with Help from the ‘Real Housewives’
Move over, Real Housewives of Bravo! There’s a new cast of characters on the scene at the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) – ready to lead the way on…
Indiana Funds Projects to Boost Recycling Markets
Last week, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) announced the availability of grant funding for recycling projects from its Recycling Market Development Program (RMDP). Eligible entities include public and…
Alabama Project Promotes Use of Scrap Tires in Steelmaking
Recently, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management partnered with a steelmaker in a trial project to test the viability of using crumb rubber from scrap tires in its steelmaking process.…
Louisiana Launches Waste Tire Pilot Program on Heels of Comprehensive Report
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has launched a Waste Tire Pilot Program (WTPP), providing municipalities and parishes with financial support to address unauthorized waste tire disposal within their…
Maryland Promotes Food Waste Prevention
This month, the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) supported Food Waste Prevention week by urging consumers to make sustainable choices. The Department hosted a webinar and encouraged residents and…
Oregon Approves Producer Responsibility Plan for Recycling Modernization
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is making strides in implementing the state’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act. Following a multi-step collaborative review process, DEQ approved a program…
Michigan Offers Grants for Repurposing Scrap Tires
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy (EGLE) recently announced the availability of grants that support the cleanup and reuse of scrap tires in the state. The Scrap…
