Goodie Bag, a mobile app that helps restaurants and grocers sell high-quality surplus food at discounted prices, launched in Longmont this month. Co-founder Eddy Connors said that the goal of the app is simple: reduce food waste, increase access to good local food, and help small businesses thrive.
The Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act was signed into law in June 2022. As per the act, by January 1, 2026, and each year thereafter, CDPHE’s Executive Director shall develop an eco-modulation bonus schedule designed to reduce producer responsibility dues of producers who meet certain benchmarks established by the Executive Director. To satisfy this requirement, we are proposing changes to Section 18.9 of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities.
Executive Director approves of LPMA Powered by Interchange 360’s Individual Program Plan
The Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has approved the Lubricant Packaging Manufacturers Association (LPMA), powered by Interchange 360’s Individual Program Plan. As per HB22-1355, the Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act, the Amended Individual Program Plan is designated as the Final Individual Program Plan, and LPMA powered by Interchange 360 shall begin implementation of this plan within 6 months, or by March 13, 2026.
Executive Director approves of LPMA Powered by Interchange 360’s Individual Program Plan
The Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has approved the Lubricant Packaging Manufacturers Association (LPMA), powered by Interchange 360’s Individual Program Plan. As per HB22-1355, the Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act, the Amended Individual Program Plan is designated as the Final Individual Program Plan, and LPMA powered by Interchange 360 shall begin implementation of this plan within 6 months, or by March 13, 2026.
Recycle Colorado is proud to be participating in the 2025 National Recycling Congress on October 1–3, 2025 in Wichita, Kansas, hosted by the National Recycling Coalition (NRC) in partnership with Wichita State University’s Environmental Finance Center.
The Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act was signed into law in June 2022. As per the act, by January 1, 2026, and each year thereafter, CDPHE’s Executive Director shall develop an eco-modulation bonus schedule designed to reduce producer responsibility dues of producers who meet certain benchmarks established by the Executive Director. To satisfy this requirement, we are proposing changes to Section 18.9 of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities.
The answers to your questions can now be found on the C3 website. We received inquiries on a wide variety of topics, so even if you didn’t submit a question, you may find the answers helpful.
On August 14, 2025, Colorado’s Producer Responsibility Advisory Board submitted its approval recommendation memo for Circular Action Alliance’s amended Program Plan. As per HB22-1355, with CDPHE in receipt of the board’s recommendation, the public comment period is now open
The Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act was signed into law in June 2022. As per the act, by January 1, 2026, and each year thereafter, CDPHE’s Executive Director shall develop an eco-modulation bonus schedule designed to reduce producer responsibility dues of producers who meet certain benchmarks established by the Executive Director. To satisfy this requirement, we are proposing changes to Section 18.9 of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities.
Colorado Circular Communities (C3) has released a Request for Information (RFI)for circularity subject matter experts. We’re specifically looking for responses from experienced consultants who understand the circular economy landscape in Colorado.
The Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Enterprise will be releasing a Request for Information (RFI) on Monday, July 28, to identify, screen, evaluate, and engage expert consultants to support the programmatic work of C3. As our program expands, we anticipate needing a roster of expert consultants to call on for various project needs.
On July 9th, 2025, PaintCare proposed an amendment to the Colorado Paint Stewardship Program plan requesting an increase to the program assessment structure. Per 25-17-404(3)(a) C.R.S., the Executive Director shall approve or reject a plan in writing within ninety days after the receipt of the plan and therefore, should provide a response to PaintCare by October 7th, 2025. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has opened a 30 day public comment period for PaintCare’s proposed amendment to the Colorado Paint Stewardship Program plan through Sunday, August 10th, 2025. CDPHE will consider all public comments received before deciding whether to approve or reject the plan.
To increase the amount of film and flexible packaging from communities, Circular Colorado is inviting school districts across the state to join the Circular Transportation Network (CTN), a program of Circular Colorado and the CEDC. The CTN is funded in part by a grant from The Recycling Partnership to support the initiation of a collection system to collect, consolidate and recycle film and flexible packaging.
Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency (CASR) has published its 2024 Annual Report. It highlights progress in reducing pollution and building resilience as our city grows hotter and drier.
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As required by the Producer Responsibility Act, a producer shall not sell or distribute products that use covered materials in the state unless the producer is participating in the program as of July 1, 2025.
Extended producer responsibility, community engagement and chemical recycling were all hot topics for Colorado service providers, business owners and municipal representatives at a recent conference.
9:00 am | Hike in Grand Junction
The 2025 NextCycle Colorado Pitch Competition showcased the culmination of a six-month business accelerator program designed to promote circular economy-based ventures and foster innovation in sustainable design, reuse, repair, compost, recycling, and material recovery solutions for end markets in Colorado. Funded by the Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Enterprise, this program supports teams in advancing their circular ventures to create impactful solutions within the state.
Longmont, CO – Last month, Recycle Colorado announced the departure of its treasured Executive Director, Dr. Elizabeth (Liz) Chapman, slated to leave her post in early June. Since that announcement, Recycle Colorado has been in search of its new leader. We are thrilled to announce that Brandy Moe has accepted the position of Executive Director of Recycle Colorado effective June 9, 2025.
