Standard Owner Benchmark - Corrugated Recycles

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Corrugated Recycles is a sustainability initiative aimed at promoting the recycling of corrugated cardboard packaging materials. Corrugated cardboard is a type of paper-based material that is commonly used in packaging for shipping and storage due to its durability and strength.

The initiative is managed by the Fibre Box Association (FBA), a trade association representing the corrugated packaging industry in North America. The FBA works to educate businesses, consumers, and recycling facilities about the benefits of recycling corrugated cardboard and to encourage greater participation in recycling programs.

The Corrugated Recycles program operates through various channels to raise awareness and promote recycling. One of its key activities is providing educational resources and guidelines to businesses and consumers on how to properly recycle corrugated cardboard. This includes information on collection, sorting, and processing methods to ensure the highest recycling rates.

Additionally, the initiative collaborates with recycling facilities and organizations to support the development of efficient recycling systems. This involves providing technical assistance, sharing best practices, and facilitating knowledge exchange to enhance the recycling infrastructure.

Corrugated Recycles also engages in research and development efforts to explore innovative recycling technologies and improve the recyclability of corrugated cardboard. This includes investigating new methods for reducing contamination, improving material recovery, and enhancing the overall sustainability of corrugated packaging.

Through its efforts, Corrugated Recycles aims to increase the recycling rates of corrugated cardboard, reduce waste, and minimize the environmental impact associated with packaging materials. By promoting sustainable practices, the initiative contributes to a circular economy where resources are conserved and reused.

Overall, Corrugated Recycles plays a vital role in raising awareness, providing guidance, and fostering collaboration within the corrugated packaging industry to ensure the responsible and efficient recycling of corrugated cardboard materials.

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Corrugated Recycles
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