Launched in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability, the inaugural APR Recycling Leadership Awards will recognize packaging designers, manufacturers, researchers, or innovators who are improving recycling for plastics.
Winners will be announced during the opening plenary session at the Plastics Recycling Conference (PRC), where industry leaders gather to shape the future of recycling, on March 24th in National Harbor, Maryland. Recipients will gain industry recognition and the opportunity to showcase their work at the trade show.
Award categories focus on unique contributions moving plastics recycling forward and include:
- Outstanding Leadership: Celebrating those whose commitment and vision have driven meaningful advancements in APR research or recyclable packaging design.
- Recycling Technology Innovation: Honoring pioneering technology that boosts the quality and efficiency of recycled materials.
- Package Design Innovation: Recognizing creative packaging solutions that address major recycling challenges.
- Post-Consumer Recycled Content (PCR) Utilization: Awarding companies demonstrating a powerful commitment to PCR through expanded applications and innovative use in new product categories.
“We’re continually inspired by incredible innovations across the plastics value chain to drive recyclability,” said Steve Alexander, APR president & chief executive officer. “The APR Design Guide is widely recognized across the globe as the authority on plastics packaging design for recyclability. As we celebrate 30 years of impact, we are pleased to honor individuals driving significant change on a national stage at PRC this coming March.”
The deadline for nominations is January 31, 2025. Both self-nominations and nominations of others are accepted. APR membership is not required to submit a nomination or to be nominated for an APR Recycling Leadership Award. Find more information and submit nominations on the APR website.
Published January 2025
