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Conference & Special Events: June 28-30, 2021
Exhibits: June 29-30, 2021
Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Halls
Las Vegas, NV, USA

Innovation & Advancement Through Partnership

  • Wednesday, June 30, 2021:1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
  • Room: N107
  • Session Number: W412
  • / CEU Credits:1

Description

An ever-evolving waste stream pushes the recycling industry to keep advancing. However, that can be a daunting task for an individual organization. That is where partnerships can drive progress in improving recycling and recycled-content manufacturing. Currently, there are programs available to municipalities and materials recovery facilities (MRFs) to improve processing of materials, such as cartons and polystyrene foam, and increase participation through community outreach support. There are other programs that are providing MRFs assistance and funding pilot projects that address gaps in the glass recycling supply chain. And yet another program that aims to identify and nurture ideas, and pair with potential funding for improving access, infrastructure and end markets. This session will provide insight on how partnerships can equal organizational success and industry progress through support, resources and funding.

Speaker
Jordan Fengel
Sustainability Manager
Tetra Pak
Moderator
Marissa Segundo
Senior Communications Strategist
RRS
Speaker
Natha Dempsey
President
Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI)
Speaker
Scott DeFife
President
Glass Packaging Institute