Economy Environment Policy Recycling August 10, 2026 Collection and Recycling are Keys to Ending Plastic Waste Collection and recycling are critical to reducing plastic waste. Learn how policies that improve PET plastic recovery can strengthen US manufacturing, support jobs, and build a more circular economy. Read more
Policy Recycling August 3, 2026 Creating the Conditions for Circularity A recent Washington Post article follows a PET peanut butter jar through the recycling system, revealing how technology, smart policy, consumer participation, and infrastructure can help the US recycle more PET packaging. Read more
Economy Recycling June 10, 2026 Life After the Blue Bin: Laura Stewart Discusses the Future of PET Recycling on Sustainably Speaking NAPCOR Executive Director Laura Stewart joins the Sustainably Speaking podcast to explore what happens after the blue bin, how AI and advanced sorting technologies are improving PET recycling, and why recycling remains vital to the circular economy. Read more
Policy Recycling May 27, 2026 New Editorial Reflects Growing Focus on the Realities Facing PET Recycling A recent Plastics News editorial highlights growing recognition that PET recycling success depends on strong domestic collection, recycling infrastructure, stable end markets, and practical policy solutions. Read more
Research Safety May 21, 2026 The Washington Post Publishes NAPCOR Perspective on PET, Microplastics, and Scientific Integrity NAPCOR responds to The Washington Post on PET plastic and microplastics, emphasizing science-based discussion, PET safety, and the importance of standardized research methodologies. Read more
