Discussions focused on advancing solutions that strengthen recycling infrastructure, improve material recovery and support continued innovation across the industry.
“California has long been a leader in environmental policy, and the plastics industry shares the goal of building stronger, more effective recycling systems,” said Ivy Brittain, regional director of state government affairs at PLASTICS. “By working collaboratively with lawmakers and stakeholders, we can advance policies that improve recycling outcomes while ensuring the products Californians rely on every day remain affordable and sustainable.”
A collaborative approach to recycling policy
The fly-in reflects PLASTICS’ broader efforts to engage constructively with policymakers at both the state and federal levels. As recycling policies continue to develop, direct engagement between industry and lawmakers remains essential to ensuring policies are informed by real-world operations and data.
California’s size and economic influence make it a key state for advancing conversations around materials management and circularity. By connecting policymakers with local industry experts, the fly-in helped provide greater visibility into how recycling systems function in practice — and where opportunities exist for improvement.
Looking ahead
PLASTICS is eager to continue working with state leaders, industry partners and stakeholders to support policies that strengthen recycling systems and promote innovation across the plastics value chain.
As discussions around sustainability and materials management continue to evolve, ongoing engagement like the California fly-in as well as the industry’s DC fly-in, held in April, will play an important role in shaping practical, solutions-oriented approaches that keep materials in use and support a more circular economy.
