Recycling in America

Since 2017, the industry has invested or made commitments to invest over 8 billion dollars in recycling capabilities and technology. Companies are committed to reprocessing plastic material and making it usable again.

Recycling in America: Plastic is Recycled Across the US

Since 2017, the industry has invested or made commitments to invest over 8 billion dollars in recycling capabilities and technology. Companies are committed to reprocessing plastic material and making it usable again. The interactive map below shows you the exciting stories in your state about investment and growth in recycling capabilities.

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From One Generation to the Next

At PolyQuest, recycling is a shared family experience. Jose and Roxana Bueno, alongside their son Manny, are all part of the process—each contributing to the same system. Their story highlights how recycling connects generations through meaningful, everyday work.