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About Gulf Coast Region

The Gulf Coast Region is one of only two regional organizations within ISRI.

GCR Chapter

Who We Are

GCR’s members include for-profit companies that process, broker, and consume all types of scrap materials, such as paper, ferrous and nonferrous metals, rubber, plastics, electronics, and glass. GCR also has member companies that provide equipment, technology, products, and services to the recycling industry.

GCR membership offers numerous benefits, including:

Networking

Opportunities to expand your contacts and grow your business through virtual and in-person events, including the popular GCR annual summer convention

Training & Professional Development

Free and discounted programs—including safety training—for all of your employees. Educational and leadership opportunities for the next recycling industry leaders in your company.

Advocacy

Access to state legislative/regulatory information in GCR member states as well as a seat at the table to influence the future success of the recycling industry.

Information

Direct access to recycling market intelligence and resources.

Empowering future generations

Scholarships

GCR is also proud to offer an annual scholarship program that provides funds to select children of employees at GCR member companies. In 2021, GCR awarded scholarships totaling $32,000 to 16 students pursuing academic, professional, or occupational degrees.

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Rema Chapter

Gulf Coast Region

The entire states of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Kansas, and all of Mexico excluding Baja.

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Gulf CoAST REGION CHAPTER

Our Members

Gulf Coast Region members include for-profit recycling companies that process, broker, and consume all types of recycled materials such as paper, plastic, aluminum, copper, steel, electronics, rubber, and glass. Members also provide equipment and technology services to the recycled materials industry.

Legacy of Excellence

Israel Prowler Award

The Israel Proler Award recognizes select Gulf Coast Region members for their outstanding leadership, achievements, and contributions to the recycled materials industry.

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