Webinar: What new recycling legislation means to growers and grocers

California’s governor recently signed into law the country’s most sweeping, rigorous restrictions on single-use plastics and packaging. It will affect everyone from growers to grocers to consumers.

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California’s governor recently signed into law the country’s most sweeping, rigorous restrictions on single-use plastics and packaging. It will affect everyone from growers to grocers to consumers.

Learn what this new recycling legislation means for growers, grocers and consumers in this webinar on Aug. 17 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. PDT. Panel members will offer guidance on how the law will affect your business now and in the future.

Discussion topics will include:

  • How the law affects your business today;
  • What a 30% recyclable plastics mandate by 2028 really means;
  • What noncompliance will cost and;
  • The breadth of CalRecyle’s authority.


If your business uses plastics, this discussion is critical. Sign up for the free webinar now.

Co-Panelists:
Kevin Kelly, CEO, Emerald Packaging
Gail Delihant, senior director for governmental affairs, Western Growers Association
Roxanne Spiekerman, vice president of business development, PreZero Recycling
Stephanie Morris, sustainability coordinator, Jimbo’s
Chelsea Minor, corporate director of public affairs, Raley’s

Moderator:
Jennifer Strailey, editorial director, The Packer

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