New MRF Best Practices Guide Aims to Strengthen Recycling Infrastructure and Boost Material Recovery Rates

The article covers the release of a new best practices guide aimed at improving performance and recovery rates at U.S. materials recovery facilities (MRFs) as EPR policies expand. Developed by Closed Loop Partners and American Beverage with support from Resource Recycling Systems (RRS), the guide provides practical tools for optimizing operations, from equipment maintenance to performance metrics and workforce organization. Overall, it positions stronger MRF infrastructure and collaboration as essential to meeting evolving recycling demands and achieving circular economy goals.

“Materials recovery facilities are at the center of how communities recycle, and this guide equips them with clear, tactical practices to optimize performance in today’s evolving policy landscape.”

Written by:

Stefanie Valentic