Crossposted from Keeping King County Green

King County’s longstanding leadership in recycling will become stronger through the recent passage of Washington’s Recycling Reform Act – a comprehensive law that modernizes the state’s recycling system and promises to slash waste while boosting recycling rates.

At the center of the legislation is a policy approach called Extended Producer Responsibility, which requires manufacturers to take responsibility for the end of life of the packaging they produce. The law will provide sustainable funding for recycling services, increase recycling rates, and create consistency and transparency in recycling throughout the state.

“This law is a win for King County residents, and for our climate action goals,” King County Executive Shannon Braddock said. “It will reduce waste, provide sustainable funding for residential recycling in King County, and make recycling services more equitable, ensuring all communities are empowered to take action.” Read more.