ISRI the Voice of the Recycled Materials Industry™ and JASON Learning have announced the launch of their annual Youth Recycling contest aimed at building awareness about the value of recycling, and the essential benefits of the recycled materials industry. The theme for this year’s contest is “Design for Recycling®,” which encourages students to enhance an existing consumer product using Design for Recycling® principles.
Student may choose to create either a poster/infographic or a two-minute video showcasing their improved product and explaining the enhancements made using Design for Recycling® principles. The focus of the contest is to maximize recyclability, reduce costs, eliminate hazardous materials, and minimize time and environmental impact in the recycling process.
The contest is open to all students living in the United States and Canada enrolled in grades K-12 during the 2023-24 school year. Students can enter the contest as individuals or as a team of up to four individuals.
The 2022-23 Youth Recycling Contest received 165 entries from talented young minds across the nation. To honor their remarkable achievements, the winners, along with a guardian, attended the 2023 ISRI Convention and Exposition held in Nashville, Tenn. ISRI recognized the student winners and provided invaluable insights into the recycled materials industry. The winners of this year’s contest will be invited once again to attend the ISRI2024 Convention in Las Vegas, Nev.
To assist students with more information on the Youth Recycling contest, ISRI and JASON is sponsoring two Ask-an-Expert LIVE Events, open to all K-12 students, teachers, and family members. The events offer a unique opportunity to hear from recycling industry experts, gain valuable tips for successful submissions, and ask questions.