Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon released its first annual report on the state’s paper and packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program, highlighting how producer-funded investments are beginning to roll out across the recycling system. New collection sites, equipment and support for local recycling programs are expanding across Oregon under the state’s EPR law.

Residents in Hood River and The Dalles have two new free places to recycle materials not accepted in curbside recycling carts. The new centers help reduce contamination in recycling and increase the number of items recycled.

A producer-funded investment of more than $1 million will help Sanitary Disposal expand recycling service to approximately 10,000 households in Boardman, Hermiston, the City of Umatilla and the UGBs in Morrow and Umatilla County beginning this summer. Recycling cart delivery will begin the week of June 22 and is expected to be completed before July 1.

Circular Action Alliance California (CAA) today submitted its California program plan to the Packaging Producer Responsibility Advisory Board as required under California’s Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54), marking a key milestone in the state’s effort to reduce packaging waste and strengthen recycling and reuse systems.  

Circular Action Alliance Oregon provided over $1.1 million to Baker Sanitary for 5,000+ new recycling carts and two new recycling trucks. 

Residents also have access to a new RecycleOn Center for items not accepted curbside, including glass, plastic bags, and aluminum foil. More ways to recycle, right where people live.  

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approved Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon’s program plan amendment on Responsible End Markets (REM), strengthening how recyclable materials collected in Oregon are verified as being managed responsibly under the state’s Recycling Modernization Act (RMA). 

Roseburg Disposal will begin rolling out more than 10,000 new recycling carts to customers in April. Each cart will be delivered with a packet of information, including the Recycling Guide and other program details. 

The Dalles Disposal, in partnership with Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon, announced expanded curbside recycling service for the City of The Dalles, launching March 30, 2026. The Dalles is the first Oregon community to expand curbside recycling access using producer funding available through the state’s Recycling Modernization Act (RMA).

On Monday, Feb. 9,  Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon submitted an updated Responsible End Market (REM) program plan amendment to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), advancing implementation of Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act by strengthening how recyclable materials are verified as responsibly recycled – a cornerstone of the Recycling Modernization Act. 

Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) has announced Circular Action Alliance (CAA) as the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) to lead the implementation of the Recycling Reform Act, the state’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law for residential paper and product packaging.

As the designated PRO, CAA will work closely with Ecology, producers and other interest holders to expand recycling access for Washington residents and invest in a more effective and efficient system in the state.

Circular Action Alliance (CAA) is proud to announce that the plan to implement Colorado’s House Bill 22-1355, the Producer Responsibility Program for Statewide Recycling Act, was officially approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). This approval marks a significant milestone in the state’s transition to a 100% producer-funded, statewide system for recycling packaging and paper products. The final plan reflects the leadership of CAA and the results of collaboration among producers of packaging and paper products, CDPHE, local governments, businesses, nonprofits, recyclers and communities across Colorado. The program is projected to more than double the state’s recycling rate for packaging and paper by 2035.  

This month, Oregon is starting to rollout a major statewide initiative to expand access to recycling and bring greater clarity and consistency to communities across the state. Backed by the Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (RMA), RecycleOn Oregon is a new public awareness campaign that will help Oregonians stay informed, recycle correctly and prepare for the most significant recycling system upgrade the state has seen in decades. 

Producers located in Minnesota or elsewhere that sell, distribute or ship products into the state with packaging or printed paper are likely obligated under the new EPR law, and must complete registration with CAA to remain in compliance.