November 11, 2024

From Waste to Worth: How We Help Businesses Turn Recycling into Revenue

When you think of recycling, what comes to mind? Reducing landfill waste? Cutting down on pollution? At Mid America Paper Recycling, we go a step further. We believe recycling isn’t just about managing waste; it’s about uncovering hidden value within it. We help businesses turn their recycling programs into revenue streams, transforming what was once considered waste into valuable assets.

Maximizing the Value of Recyclable Materials

We know that every company’s sustainability journey is different. Instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we begin by carefully evaluating each client’s processes and materials. By thoroughly understanding a client’s waste stream, we can identify the materials that hold potential value—whether it’s various grades of paper, plastic, or other recyclables. This collaborative assessment enables us to uncover opportunities for improvement that align with both environmental and financial goals.

Rather than simply responding to RFPs for recyclables, we work closely with clients to develop custom recycling solutions. Our team leverages a deep understanding of the recycling market to pinpoint who will find value in each type of waste, setting up mutually beneficial relationships between sellers of recyclable materials and buyers eager to upcycle.

Transforming Waste: A Real-World Success Story

One of our key partnerships is with Orbus, a trade show display manufacturer based in Woodridge, IL. For over a decade, Orbus has recycled 75 percent of its total waste, diverting millions of pounds of materials from landfills. In 2023 alone, they recycled over 1.6 million pounds of cardboard, fabric, plastic, and other materials, reducing landfill waste by 80 percent.

With Mid America Paper Recycling’s support, Orbus has implemented a comprehensive recycling program, sorting and baling materials like fabric, cores, and rolls. “We started processing items like their fabric and paperboard cores that no one else would recycle for them,” says Bill Krafcheck, National Sales Manager at Mid America. “We also recycle wood supports from their displays, repurposing them as landfill cover, keeping them out of dumpsters.”

Orbus values environmental responsibility, seeing sustainability as key to a greener future. As Vice President of Marketing Natalie Whited puts it, “We’re proud of our progress and excited to continue implementing more green practices in the years to come.”

Why a Strategic Recycling Partner Matters

For many companies, recycling programs are often seen as cost centers rather than revenue drivers. But when managed strategically, recycling can contribute directly to the bottom line. By working with a dedicated recycling partner like Mid America Paper Recycling, businesses can benefit from innovative recycling solutions and industry partnerships that would otherwise be out of reach.

Ready to Maximize the Value of Your Waste?

If your organization is ready to move beyond paying a disposal or recycling vendor to remove your recyclables, we’d love to help. At Mid America Paper Recycling, we’re committed to supporting your sustainability goals with a recycling program that generates revenue and drives positive environmental impact.

Let’s work together to transform waste into an asset. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can add tangible value to your recycling efforts.

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