Circular Action Alliance Oregon submitted its program plan amendment focused on Responsible End Markets (REMs) to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). This submission is an important step toward building a recycling system that minimizes the impacts to the environment and human health while supporting a stable and efficient circular economy for years to come. Once approved, this amendment will improve the REM verification process in Oregon by giving every end market a practical way to meet the Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) requirements. 

On Feb. 6, 2026, the U.S. District Court in Oregon dismissed multiple claims against the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and issued a narrow preliminary injunction in the National Association of Wholesaler‑Distributors (NAW) lawsuit challenging Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act (RMA). This narrow injunction temporarily pauses DEQ enforcement of the RMA against producers who are members of NAW while the case proceeds, with a full hearing scheduled for July 2026.

CEO Jeff Fielkow reflects on the progress made at Circular Action Alliance and the people who made it possible to close out 2025.

Geoffrey Inch, SVP, Producer Services at Circular Action Alliance reflects on our progress together this year.

Geoffrey Inch, SVP, Producer Services at Circular Action Alliance discusses the tools and resources CAA offers to help producers successfully navigate the landscape of EPR as it continues to evolve.

This fall, Circular Action Alliance (CAA) is proud to sponsor 10 of Colorado Municipal League (CML)’s fall district meetings. These gatherings are a great opportunity for local leaders to come together, share ideas and connect on the issues that matter most in our communities.

Juri Freeman, Colorado Executive Director at Circular Action Alliance discusses the tools and resources CAA offers to successfully report in Colorado before the July 31, 2025 deadline.

Geoffrey Inch, SVP of Producer Services at Circular Action Alliance, discusses the tools and resources CAA offers to ensure producers can register and report successfully before the March 31, 2025, deadline in Oregon.

Kim Holmes, Oregon Executive Director at Circular Action Alliance discusses the implementation of Oregon's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law, and the importance of compliance for producers by March 31, 2025. The post highlights the benefits of registration, the consequences of non-compliance, and provides steps and resources for producers to meet their obligations.