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Producers Discuss Source Reduction Strategies Under SB 54

Producers and regulators addressed weight and quantity reduction mandates for plastic components under California SB 54 at SPC Advance.

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What happened
Producers facing weight and quantity reduction mandates for plastic components under California SB 54 discussed compliance strategies at the SPC Advance event in San Diego. Representatives from CalRecycle, the Circular Action Alliance, and industry stakeholders participated in the discussions regarding collaborative preparations.
Why it matters
This discussion outlines how producers are approaching regulatory compliance and collaborative frameworks for source reduction mandates under California law.
Who is affected
Producers, packaging buyers, and materials suppliers.

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  1. Source reduction is a team sport for producers — Packaging Dive

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