Tearing down a building is a dirty job.

Among other recyclable materials, the CEDC’s Circular Transportation Network (CTN) collects LDPE and HDPE film plastics including film wrap, plastic bags, ziplock bags, bubble wrap and more.

In alignment with the CEDC’s mission to develop circular economies within Colorado, support local economies, and keep materials circulating at their highest value, the CEDC recently launched the Circular Transportation Network (CTN). The CTN is a collaboration between the CEDC, Front Range Transload, and B. Kirkland Trucking made possible by a grant from the Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise Fund.

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We appreciate you taking the time out of your busy day to chat with a Recycle Colorado volunteer on our Lobby Day. If you would like to continue your conversation with us on any policy priorities or initiatives we support, please reach out!

Aspen City Council passed a new construction and demolition (C&D) diversion ordinance aimed at reducing landfill waste and supporting the city’s sustainability goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A key focus area in that effort is addressing the high volume of C&D debris, which represents 53% of the material in the Pitkin County landfill and accounts for 16% of Aspen’s greenhouse gas emissions. 

Restore Grant applications are open through February 19th! Farmers and ranchers can receive up to $25k to implement climate-smart practices that sequester carbon. Award decisions will be sent by late March, 2025.

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Sustainability Interns gain new skills in environmental sustainability while providing education and outreach in the Eagle Valley community. Interns will learn hands-on skills in fostering sustainable behaviors while also gaining valuable experience in how mountain communities, governments, and businesses are taking action and monitoring their environmental impacts.

Find a recycling drop-off center for flexible plastic film near you

• 60+ retail locations, plus municipal depots, throughout the U.S collect plastic film for recycling.
• They accept grocery bags, plastic wrap, shipping mailers, and so much more.
• Recycling these items helps produce new products with a reduced carbon footprint, and helps keep plastics out of our environment.

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The regional material recovery facility would localize recycling operations on the Western Slope.

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The Remediation Program, with assistance from the Solid Waste Program, is initiating the stakeholder process to discuss an upcoming proposed rule that will increase the Hazardous Substance Response Fund portion of the Solid Waste User Fee by $0.01 per cubic yard. The Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission will receive an information briefing on the proposed rule during the February 18th meeting with a hearing on the proposed rule on May 20th with a proposed effective date of October 1, 2025. 

Circular Action Alliance is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Operations Assistant to support our team in data analytics, tracking, and managing paperwork related to EPR compliance and circular economy initiatives. As a key member of our operations team, you will assist in gathering, processing, and analyzing data to ensure the smooth execution of programs aimed at reducing waste and increasing recycling. You will also help maintain records, assist with reports, and support the team in various administrative tasks that drive our mission forward.

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CEDC Taps into Southwest Colorado’s Sustainability Roots
Third CEDC office location brings circular economy resources to the region

The Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Enterprise is here to support Colorado’s path to circularity. C3 provides access to the tools, funding, and expertise you need to bring your projects to life. Whether you’re in the planning stages or enhancing an ongoing initiative, C3 supports circularity projects at every stage.

Leaders from Republic Services, Parker, Centennial and the State of Colorado recently celebrated the opening of a new recycling, waste and organics hauling facility in the Town of Parker. The 22,000-square-foot facility will employ 150 people and be home to 100 collection trucks that will service Southern Denver, Southern Aurora, Centennial, Parker, Castle Rock and surrounding communities.

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PaintCare invites bids from qualified parties to provide collection support and transportation and processing services. Bidders may bid to service any or all of the four groups of sites/events identified in the scope of work within the RFP.

The CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division is starting public meetings focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from municipal solid waste landfills. These landfills are significant sources of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. Addressing emissions from municipal solid waste landfills will help Colorado achieve its ambitious climate goals.

 Denver International Airport’s (DEN) “Zero Waste Valet” program has diverted 69.2 tons of material from the landfill into compost and recycling in its first six months of operation. The pilot program, which launched in June, 2024, has achieved an average waste diversion rate of 71% – or the rate at which trash is kept out of the landfill - three times higher than the airport's facility-wide diversion rate. 

2024 Council & Committee Notes & Resources

Colorado Composting Council (COCC)
Please email us for the 2024 notes document.

Colorado Recycles week is November 11th-15th and America Recycles Day is November 15th this year. During Colorado Recycles Week, we are taking to LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to tell the stories of our members.

Join Brian Loma for a training to get you and your food truck ready for 2025 and beyond. Learn about statewide and local changes to food container regulations designed to eliminate toxic food packaging and fight climate change.