Recycling Metal, Glass & Plastic Containers: Program and Policy Options Resa A. Dimino Recycling and Materials Management Policy & Planning Consultant Caribbean Recycling Summit December 1 & 2, 2016

Recipe for Success Success Partnerships Planning Infrastructure Policy Commitment

Key Ingredient: Policy Menu of Options Mandatory recycling Hauler licensing/permitting Pay-as-you-throw/volume based pricing Disposal bans Beverage container deposits Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

Key Ingredient: Planning Gather key data and information; engage key stakeholders and partners Do Check Act Plan Pilot test ideas Evaluate pilots Implement what works

Planning: Collection Options Curbside Redemption/Buy Back Drop Off

Key Ingredient: Partnerships Private sector service providers Not-for-profit service providers Community based organizations Residents

Key Ingredient: Infrastructure Recycling collection & processing End-use markets Reuse & refurbishing Organics recycling & composting

Key Ingredient: Commitment Staff and resources Creative approaches Long-term contracts Driven partners, organizations & individuals

Most Important Ingredient: People Who Care

Thank You! Resa A. Dimino (518) 610-8095 resa.dimino@gmail.com As of January 1, 2016 will join Resource Recycling Systems resa@recycle.com

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