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State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management

Advisory Council Meeting for Statewide Implementation Analysis (SIA) for a Beverage Container Redemption, Packaging, and Recycling Plan

Date:

Virtual Meeting: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/277062728773407?p=RmBczuHXjxrsIM1Ag6

DEM, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) and an independent third-party consultant, is conducting an analysis for the Statewide Implementation Analysis (SIA) of a Beverage Container Redemption, Packaging, and Recycling Plan. 

The study will examine how different recycling and redemption programs could work in Rhode Island and their potential impacts. The analysis will examine paper, plastic, metal, and glass materials and explore how these programs could improve recycling, reduce waste, and support Rhode Island’s long-term waste management goals.

Agenda:

  1. Welcome & Opening Remarks - Chair Terry Gray 
  2. Consideration of Minutes of July 14, 2026, Meeting - for action 
  3. Presentation of Program Plan & Cost Benefit Analysis - Rachel Perman, Resource Recycling Systems 
  4. Update on upcoming Public Hearing - David McLaughlin, RIDEM 
  5. Council member open discussion 6. Public comment 7. Wrap Up & Adjourn meeting

Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/277062728773407?p=RmBczuHXjxrsIM1Ag6  

  • Meeting ID: 277 062 728 773 407 | Passcode: PS72My3A 
  • Dial in by phone (833) 201-5833,,671256163# United States (Toll-free) 
  • Phone conference ID: 671 256 163#

Questions/Need Assistance?

Please contact David McLaughlin (RIDEM) at david.mclaughlin@dem.ri.gov