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Learn about ABCRC’s sustainable practices, innovations, industry leadership and engagement within Alberta communities in our interviews, press releases and stories.

ABCRC Leadership Update
After more than three decades of service, Guy West is stepping away from the role of President & Chief Executive Officer of ABCRC, effective immediately.

ABCRC Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation (ABCRC), the organization responsible for the collection and recycling of more than 150,000 different types of regulated, non-refillable beverage containers

Albertans Led Canada in Recycling in 2024
This year Albertans recycled billions of cans and bottles, earning the #1 spot in Canada and #2 in North America. “Albertans are winners and these

ABCRC & NAIT Partner in Pursuit of Enhancing Sustainability and Alberta’s Circular Economy
With a recycling industry ripe for innovation, Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation (ABCRC) and Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) are thrilled to announce an

ABCRC Launches “Trash Talk” to Boost Return Rates
ABCRC launched “Trash Talk” this month, which focuses on beverage containers with low return rates, such as gable top (milk cartons), tetra brik (juice boxes)

ABCRC is working toward a greener future
ABCRC’s Guy West talks to Global News Edmonton about all the work we do to support recycling in Alberta! Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation diverts

Innovation in the recycling industry saves time and carbon emissions
An article published last week talks about how ABCRC and the beverage container industry are using new technologies and tools to move Alberta toward a

A Shining Example of Alberta Ingenuity
Alberta’s recycling program is a shining example of Canadian ingenuity. Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation collects and recycles 150,000 unique types of beverage containers, which

ABCRC Calgary Hosts CTV Morning Live
ABCRC was featured on CTV Morning Live on December 21, 2022, sharing our critical role in Alberta’s recycling ecosystem. Guy West, President & CEO, and

ABCRC Embarks on a new awareness campaign
CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kicking off the start of Waste Reduction Week in Canada, Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation (ABCRC or