Advancing Recycling June 12, 2015

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SERDC SERDC works to unite industry and government to promote sustainable recycling in the Southeast. SERDC’s message is economic based. That recycling is beneficial for the environment is probably an uncontested proposition. What is becoming increasingly more obvious is that recycling contributes to the state’s economic health.

SERDC Research 4 A summary of key Southeastern manufacturers who look to recycled content feedstock to build their consumer level goods.

Regional Collaboration = Increased Access to Markets 5 Summary of Region Wide Findings: 206 manufacturers 47,525 employees $29.4 Billion sales revenue

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Kentucky 17 Manufacturing Facilities $3.8 Billion in yearly sales 4,300 Kentucky Jobs

8 SERDC Resources Maps Websites Reports Workshop Materials Curriculum Support

Next Steps Networking in Kentucky A voice for recycling A platform to share experiences A platform to address obstacles

SERDC.org Contact Information Will Sagar Executive Director (828)