Published on 22. August 2024
Updated on 10. September 2024
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In response to the growing demand for extended producer responsibility (EPR) expertise, Raan Corporate Group and RecycleMe are excited to announce a significant expansion into the United States.
RecycleMe USA is set to assist brand owners in navigating the rapidly evolving EPR legislation in the US by drawing on its global expertise gained over 25 years in 9 different countries in the EU and Canada.
The Raan Group of companies, which includes the Reclay brand, has been represented in North America for many years with Reclay StewardEdge. Raffael Fruscio, CEO and founder of the Raan Group states, “It’s thrilling to see RecycleMe launch in the US. As the consulting arm of our group of companies, RecycleMe is already well established and serving producers’ diverse needs throughout Europe. Our group of companies has led the way in helping European countries successfully implement EPR programs that have led to higher recycling rates, reduced waste, and improved environmental outcomes. This experience offers the US tested and effective strategies and tools for managing producer responsibility.”
“As a company, our mission is to share our depth of knowledge, international expertise and know-how with clients to guide them through the operational and practical implications of EPR and producer responsibility operations (PRO). Through our work with brand owners and different levels of government, we understand the complexities US companies are facing right now in transitioning to EPR legislation,” says Ken Friesen, President of Reclay StewardEdge. “Bringing our EPR expertise to the US will accelerate the development of comprehensive and sustainable strategies for US companies leading to reduced costs and long-term environmental benefits.”
Learn more about RecycleMe USA here. You can also contact Sheri Moerkerk, Director Marketing & Communications at info@recycle-me.us for more information.
Additionally, RecycleMe has appointed Jason Bergquist as Vice President to lead the US operations.
“I’m excited to join the RecycleMe team and honored to have their trust to work with stakeholders in the US market. There’s a lot of work that needs to be done and I’m excited to play a part in growing the circular economy in the US,” says Jason.
Jason brings over 35 years of experience in waste and recycling roles. He has managed commercial and municipal waste hauling divisions, single stream recycling hauling and material recovery facility operations, bottle bill redemption pickup and sorting operations among others, in Maine, New York and California. Additionally, Jason has significant international experience, having worked in the manufacturing industry in both Europe and Asia.
He holds a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from John F. Kennedy University of Law and has provided counsel in the areas of Superfund compliance, beverage container deposit law, and hazardous waste management. Jason and his wife live in Maine and are proud to have raised three children together.
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