Colorado Producer ResponsibilityProducer Responsibility for Recycling Packaging and Paper (HB22-1355) passed in 2022 in Colorado. It will provide convenient recycling access to all Coloradans with no added cost to consumers or local governments. Visit the Producer Responsibility Website for resources specifically designed to help local governments understand how the law benefits them and their residents and how to prepare for increased access to recycling.
CDPHE Seeking Applicant for Producer Responsibility Advisory BoardThe Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Producer Responsibility Advisory Board. This individual will represent the manufacturer of recycled paper products seat and continue in a two-year term that ends in December of 2024. We are accepting applications until September 11 or until the seat is filled. This representative will join a diverse board that’s working to ensure the program meets the needs of local Colorado communities and businesses. The board, which began meeting in January of 2023, includes representatives from municipalities, counties, materials recovery facilities, compost facilities, environmental justice groups, and an array of other stakeholder groups. Board members must have relevant knowledge and expertise in recycling programs or the impacts of covered materials. The Producer Responsibility Program requires companies that sell products in packaging, paper products, and food serviceware to fund a statewide recycling system to recycle those materials. One of the program objectives is to develop a convenient, cost-effective system with free and equitable recycling for all Coloradans. To apply, please visit the Producer Responsibility Advisory Board webpage. For questions about the application process, contact Darla Arians at 303.692.3542 or [email protected]. Circular Action Alliance appointed as the Producer Responsibility Organization for ColoradoRead more on the appointment by CDPHE as the Colorado PRO and Meet the Circular Action Alliance Team! Introduction to Circular Action Alliance and EPR Laws Webinar. If you have any questions, reach out to [email protected]. Producer Responsibility Program Updates from CDPHEThe FAQ Producer Responsibility Page can be found on CDPHE's Website linked below. Scroll down to find "Frequently asked questions and answers- Producer Responsibility Program" under the documents list. You can find the initial implementation timeline and additional information on CDPHE's website. For updates from CDPHE on the implementation phase of the producer responsibility program, please sign up by sending an email to [email protected] with the subject line "producer responsibility contact list." For questions about the program or advisory board, please email ([email protected]) or call (720-263-1219) Darla Arians. Sign up to Attend Advisory Board MeetingsJanuary 26th, 10:00am - 12:00pm CDPHE Updates & ResourcesThe advisory board want your help reaching all entities that: Producer Responsibility Advisory Board Additional Resources & DocumentsProducer Responsibility Bill DocumentsSummary of Bill Revisions, 5/10/2022 Producer Responsibility Informational DocumentsProducer Responsibility Fact Sheet Articles on Producer ResponsibilityExert in the Denver Post |
