TerraCycle in the news

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News articles

Why durable bioplastics, not biodegradable, may be the answer

TerraCycle’s CEO discusses the future of what he considers to be one of the only viable alternatives to plastics derived from non-renewable resources: durable bioplastics. Image: thornet_ via

2degrees · Jan 28, 2015

New Orleans awards $3.9M sanitation contract to new hauler

The city launched cigarette butt recycling program in the same month and partnered with TerraCycle to become the first city in the nation to participate in such a recycling program. New Orleans earns $4 per pound of waste collected.

WasteDive.com · Jan 27, 2015

The next big recycling battle: Cigarette butts

TerraCycle has also launched similar recycling programs, partnering with various cities to reduce the volume of litter created by cigarettes. Both Vancouver and New Orleans got on board with the plan to help keep their cities clean by targeting cigarette … Continue Reading

WasteDive.com · Jan 27, 2015

Health board considers recycling of cigarette butts

Newburyport News · Jan 27, 2015

The Business of Waste management

District Administration · Jan 20, 2015

Students learn value of King’s message

This Week Community News · Jan 20, 2015

Griggs Elementary recognized for recycling efforts

The Daily Advance · Jan 19, 2015