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Tim Shestek and Robert Simon, American Chemistry Council: PMM In Person

Nov. 9, 2023

Extended producer responsibility programs and PFAS are the focus of this episode of the PMM Insight podcast.

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Representatives from the American Chemical Council discuss two issues of growing importance to plastics processors — extended producer responsibility programs, commonly referred to as EPR programs, and polyfluorinated substances, or PFAS. PMM Editor Ron Shinn speaks with Tim Shestek, senior director for state affairs in the Western Region, and Robert Simon, vice president for Chemical Products and Technology.

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About the Author

Ron Shinn | Editor

Editor Ron Shinn is a co-founder of Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing and has been covering the plastics industry for more than 35 years. He leads the editorial team, directs coverage and sets the editorial calendar. He also writes features, including the Talking Points column and On the Factory Floor, and covers recycling and sustainability for PMM and Plastics Recycling.