Sustainable Materials Management

EPA Celebrates America Recycles Day

On November 15, EPA recognizes the importance and impact of recycling, which has contributed to American prosperity and the protection of our environment.

Read about America Recycles Day.

New Funding Available

On September 16, 2024, EPA announced three funding opportunities for recycling and wasted food prevention. Find out more about these opportunities and how to apply:

• Recycling Education and Outreach Grant Program.
• Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for Communities.
• Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for Tribes and Intertribal Consortia.

Final National Strategy

Draft National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution

The report focuses on actions to reduce, reuse, collect, and capture plastic waste.