Colorado Debate Over Mass Balance Allocation in Recycling Sparks Industry Disputes
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) withdrew a lawsuit against Colorado's Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) over the use of mass balance allocation methods in the state's extended producer responsibility (EPR) program. The debate over what constitutes valid recycled content continues, with CDPHE planning further discussions this summer. The dispute highlights tensions between industry groups and regulators over recycling methodologies.
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