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This Week in Waste: Top Stories March 28 - April 1
From plastics reduction to GHG emissions, companies across the globe are changing the shape of their value chains to align with shareholder and customer expectations. Here are this week's top stories.
April 1, 2022
2 Min Read
1. Episode 7: The Reality of RIC Codes
Behold the “sacred recycling numbers”. That’s often what RIC codes or Plastic Resin Identity Codes are referred to as. But plot twist: they do not really mean that the item with that code is actually recyclable. You may already know this, but let’s dive into this with Charlotte to get the finer details on everything RIC codes.
2. Women in Waste Leave Stereotypes in the Dust
The waste industry has traditionally been male-dominated, not only by the numbers but also by society and culture’s perception of people working in the field. For those in the industry, we know that women are earning a variety of roles across companies on all levels. Here are three Wastequip women who are making a difference in the industry.
3. Waste-to-Energy Technology is Key to CAP26 Methane Reduction Pledge
To effectively manage human-caused methane emissions, it’s essential to address landfill methane. Fortunately, there is a solution that is not only economical, sustainable, and environmentally responsible, but also creates an important source of baseload power and complements recycling programs.
4. Owens Corning Notes 2021 Progress Toward 2030 Sustainability Goals
Insulation, roofing and fiberglass composite manufacturer Owens Corning has released its 16th sustainability report, highlighting the company's ambitions to "build a sustainable future through material innovation." The Toledo-based company provided details on its progress toward its 2030 goals, citing 16 topics shareholders have indicated are indicative to reducing Owen Corning's environmental footprint.
5. Kraft Heinz Virgin Plastics Reduction Commitment Announcement Pending
Kraft Heinz says it will announce “a substantial virgin plastic reduction commitment” no later than Q12023. It’s an ambition the corporation contends it’s been working on for two years.
This “announcement” of the “pending announcement” follows an agreement with As You Sow to set a new goal to reduce plastic packaging. The agreement comes after shareholders came to the nonprofit advocacy with concerns the food and beverage giant was not taking sufficient action to reduce plastic packaging.
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