Sustainability Starts Here
Written by Mary Ellen O’Toole and Emma Lawrence
In 2022, California’s Governor Newson signed Senate Bill 54 (SB 54) into law. Also known as the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, the law focuses on plastics and packaging
Most packaging is single-use, meaning it’s designed to be disposed of, but that doesn’t mean that it has to end up incinerated or in the landfill. And yet, that is the fate of the majority of packaging waste across all
As more EPR legislation comes into effect over the next year, businesses will have to spend considerable time and effort addressing these new regulatory requirements. While many states are finalizing their fees and additional rules, many have already released timelines
MASON, OH – February 3rd, 2026
As Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs continue to evolve, producers face increasingly complex reporting requirements. Oregon’s EPR program takes a more novel approach to eco-modulation and environmental impact disclosure by incorporating life cycle assessments
MASON, OH – January 7th, 2026
Trayak announced the availability of Mismanaged Waste Index (MWI) plastic calculations within its EcoImpact Sustainability Platform. This capability enables companies to estimate the risk of plastic leakage and incorporate plastic pollution impacts into life
MASON, OH – November 18, 2025
Trayak is pleased to announce expanded support within the EcoImpact Sustainability Platform and our consulting services to help companies meet Oregon’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements. This includes third-party reviewed Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs)
Oregon’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program represents a shift in how businesses manage product packaging and environmental impact. The Circular Action Alliance (CAA) released a comprehensive project plan that implements Oregon’s EPR program by expanding recycling infrastructure, promoting education of