On July 31, 2023, ISRI submitted comments in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) request for public comment on its Draft National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution. ISRI’s comments applauded policies that prevent plastics pollution and promote a circular economy, as well as provided key recommendations. “Plastics are an extremely diverse, resourceful group…
The ISRI Gulf Coast Region (GCR) has selected a record 22 students as winners in its annual scholarship program, up from 17 student recipients last year. Each student will receive $2,000 to apply toward tuition at any accredited educational institution designed to meet the requirements for an academic, professional, or occupational degree for the 2023-2024…
Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) designates July as Vehicle Theft Prevention month. Through Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, the agency highlights the preventive measures vehicle owners should take, the importance of addressing the vehicle theft problem, and its significant economic impact. According to the NHTSA, more than 1 million motor vehicles were…
The Recycling Education and Research Foundation (RERF), the 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization associated with ISRI, has announced that it is accepting applications for its annual RERF Veterans Stipend scholarship by Sept. 15, 2023. The $2,500 stipend provides financial support to veterans enrolled in a professional development program. The funds can be used to cover expenses…
How to Get Funding to Recycle Batteries Webinar July 21, 11:30 a.m.-Noon ET Free and Open to ISRI Members Only ISRI is preparing members to take full advantage of the June 2023 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announcement of more than $192 million in new funding for recycling batteries from consumer products (including electric vehicles),…
Todd Foreman’s role as ISRI’s director of law enforcement outreach focuses on building law enforcement partnerships across the country, which gives ISRI a unique opportunity to become a resource in metals theft prevention. In June, Todd represented ISRI at the National Sheriff’s Association (NSA) Annual Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he shared ISRI tools…
Working with worldwide safety experts, ISRI, has developed the first-of-its-kind online safety training program on how to safely recycle electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The recycled materials industry processes roughly 17 million automobiles annually, including those powered by large format EV batteries, which yields high quality recycled steel, copper and aluminum for both domestic and global…
ISRI’s July course spotlights offer exceptional knowledge on the topic of hazard recognition, as well as environmental social governance (ESG). Join ISRI experts and learn how to recognize hazards associated with recycled materials facilities. Continue on your ESG journey with this month’s ESG Workshop Series focusing on the “social” aspects of ESG strategy. Hazard Recognition:…
ISRI provided comments to the recent update to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Green Guides in order to dispel confusion by manufacturers and consumers. The recycled materials industry works daily to recycle products and packaging that keep the supply chain moving. The industry also supports the clarity of claims and manufacturing product design for sustainability….
ISRI has launched a digital version of the ISRI Specifications Guide at ISRISpecs.org, providing an online framework for buyers and sellers of recycled materials and products across the globe. For more than 100 years, the ISRI specifications have helped promote consistency and quality in the trade of recycled materials in the U.S. and around the world….
Adam Shaffer has recently joined ISRI in the role of assistant vice president of international trade and global affairs. Adam comes to ISRI’s Advocacy team focused on developing and implementing ISRI’s international trade policy and advocacy, as well as managing the organization’s international activities. In this role, Adam will support ISRI’s expanding international portfolio in…
ISRI has named Natalie Messer Betts to the new role of assistant vice president of sustainability. Natalie joins ISRI’s Advocacy team in the new role designed to develop and implement strong sustainability programs for the recycled materials industry using the environmental social governance (ESG) framework as a guide. In this new position, Natalie is serving…