The third phase of Longmont’s Universal Recycling Ordinance (URO) has begun implementation as of Jan. 1, 2025, requiring organics (composting) collection for food wholesalers, distributers, manufacturers and grocery stores. 

The Foodservice Packaging Institute’s Foam Recycling Coalition announced that its grant program is now open for 2025, offering a major opportunity to expand foam polystyrene recycling across the United States. Since its inception, the grant program has enabled over 13 million additional residents to recycle foam polystyrene like cups, egg cartons, takeout containers and packaging materials. Facility operators, non-profits and solid waste authorities are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $50,000 to help establish or enhance foam polystyrene recycling in their communities.

The 2025 application period is open now through April 15, 2025. Eligible entities must engage in operating a material recovery facility, manage residential curbside recycling programs, or manage a drop-off or convenience site recycling program.

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GreenLatinos is excited to be partnering with Regional Air Quality Council to host an event on April 22nd made specifically for Food Truck Owners!

This staffer will work cross-departmentally to provide educational and engagement strategies and implementation for Eco-Cycle’s campaigns and programs as well as manage our 1,000-plus Eco-Leader Volunteer Network. Specific responsibilities include:

1. Develop and implement community organizing and engagement strategies for Eco-Cycle
2. Lead and manage Eco-Cycle’s Eco-Leader Volunteer Network
3. Be a primary educator for the general community (except for schools)

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The Solid Waste and Materials Management Program of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is proposing changes to Section 1.8.2 of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities, 6 CCR 1007-2 Part 1.

Thank you to all of the participants, legislators, sponsors and exhibitors who joined us this year!

The Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Enterprise is excited to announce that applications are now available for our Mini Grants, Impact Grants, and Capacity Building Grants. These funding opportunities support projects that contribute to the advancement of a circular economy in Colorado. Before applying, please carefully review the eligibility criteria to ensure your project aligns with C3’s strategic goals.

Denver International Airport rolled out a pilot waste management program in Concourse B in hopes of significantly reducing how much waste goes to landfills.

The Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Producer Responsibility Advisory Board. This individual will represent the county seat. We are accepting applications untilMarch 6 or until the seat is filled.

The C3 Rural Outreach and Technical Specialist identifies projects that align with the board’s strategic plan and program priorities, and works with identified applicants to develop grant request documents for rural communities that align with board criteria. The C3 program defines rural areas a county or geographical area outside of the Front Range as defined in Section 25-16-104.5 (3.9)(c.5), C.R.S. (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Douglas, Elbert, El Paso, Jefferson, Larimer, Pueblo, Teller and Weld and the cities/counties of Broomfield and Denver.) The rural outreach and technical specialist provides permitting and regulatory counsel to potential applicants and the board of directors as needed, in regard to potential regulatory challenges that may affect the shovel readiness or ultimate success of rural projects. The role serves as the point of contact for internal and external outreach and communications as related to rural area relationship development, and as the first point of contact for rural partnerships, and plays a vital role in the formulation of operational processes to bolster program success. This role anticipates and analyzes the impact and consequences of decisions made and through this process, is resource to others in the field. As an outreach and technical assistance arm of the C3 team, this role focuses on information and references from strategic partners to identify rural projects that align with the board’s goals and strategic plan. This position also develops rural relationships through direct outreach and relationship development. The Rural Outreach and Technical Specialist uses information obtained to guide funding applicants to achieve effective results. This role is also tasked with internal and external outreach and communications as related to rural relationship development.

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This position fulfills a key strategic role within the program. The C3 marketing and communications specialist ensures that program communications correctly reflect strategic program goals and priorities, regulations as necessary, and technical discussions related to the program. The focus of the position is general communications work to include, electronic and traditional print, social media, website, media releases and media support. The position also manages special projects, stakeholder engagement, coordination of training and events, and increases capacity for stakeholder and industry relationships. This position is responsible for reviewing program reports and other materials created by the program, reviewing and updating division webpages, coordinating and developing proactive communications such as media/social media campaigns, and in response to communications and addresses press releases, media inquiries, and interviews.

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The Avon Foam Cycle densifier is finally up and running! Official opening day coming around the end of February to the public. More details soon!

The 2025 Resource Recycling Conference will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and community advocates to share knowledge, spark meaningful discussions, and inspire action toward a more sustainable future. They invite professionals, academics, and practitioners to submit proposals for engaging and informative sessions that showcase cutting-edge research, successful case studies, and actionable insights.

Among other recyclable materials, the CEDC’s Circular Transportation Network (CTN) collects LDPE and HDPE film plastics including film wrap, plastic bags, ziplock bags, bubble wrap and more.

The Auraria Campus is looking for a talented Sustainability Coordinator to join the Auraria Sustainability Campus Program (ASCP) to develop and execute a robust Education and Outreach plan, assist the Director of Sustainability with annual Greenhouse Gas Inventory requirements, manage and develop the student employees, facilitate opportunities for further student involvement, and otherwise expand the capacity of the ASCP. This position will also play a role in project research, various areas of strategic planning, and in developing proposals.

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Thank you for volunteering to support Recycle Colorado on Lobby Day. We are so glad you are here!
This page will have all the Lobby Day resources that you need for the day. Since there is a ton to cover, you can use the buttons below to navigate to the resource on this page that you need. If you ever lose this webpage, you will be provided with a QR code that has all of this information on it to access it again. 

Tearing down a building is a dirty job.

In alignment with the CEDC’s mission to develop circular economies within Colorado, support local economies, and keep materials circulating at their highest value, the CEDC recently launched the Circular Transportation Network (CTN). The CTN is a collaboration between the CEDC, Front Range Transload, and B. Kirkland Trucking made possible by a grant from the Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise Fund.

Thank you for meeting with Recycle Colorado!

We appreciate you taking the time out of your busy day to chat with a Recycle Colorado volunteer on our Lobby Day. If you would like to continue your conversation with us on any policy priorities or initiatives we support, please reach out!

Restore Grant applications are open through February 19th! Farmers and ranchers can receive up to $25k to implement climate-smart practices that sequester carbon. Award decisions will be sent by late March, 2025.

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