Environment and Sustainability
Recycling provides a consistent and reliable stream of high-quality materials, and gives us a way to renew scarce resources we would otherwise run out of.
Recycled materials make a positive environmental impact by:
- Protecting natural resources through sustainable alternatives, creating less dependence on scarce resources, and reducing the need to drill, mine, or log for new raw material
- Reducing carbon emissions by using cleaner processes
- Reducing waste by ensuring more material stays in use
Sustainability
The recycled materials industry is sustainable, protecting the environment. When manufacturers source raw materials for a product, the recycled materials industry provides a more sustainable alternative. Explore recycling’s role in sustainability.
Environmental Compliance
Recycled materials provide a renewable, resilient source of raw materials for manufacturing. Like any manufacturer, recycling facilities are subject to a number of regulations. However, because the industry produces specification-grade commodities, some regulatory requirements are unique to the industry. That’s where ReMA comes in with resources for recyclers to help with environmental compliance.
Support for Recyclers
Additional Resources
Explore our additional resources for valuable information to support the recycling industry and its professionals.
Workforce Management
From early introduction to current college students, to highlighting opportunities for entry level and seasoned workers, ReMA’s member workforce management resources have something for all members.
Workforce resources
ESG Toolkit
Members can use the toolkit to learn about the background, concepts, value, and process of Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) strategy and implementation in the recycled materials industry.
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