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Name
Eric Potashner
Title
VP & Senior Director of Strategic Affairs, Recology
Bio
Eric Potashner joined Recology' Corporate team in 2012. Eric is responsible for the government affairs, permitting and planning as well as community and media relations activities in the 4 states and over 100 communities where Recology operates. Outside of his duties at Recology Eric serves on the Board of Directors for Young Community Developers and Clinic by the Bay. Prior to joining Recology, Eric was a political consultant at Platinum Advisors (2008-2012) and worked as a Chief of Staff for State Senator Carole Migden in Sacramento (1999-2008).
Market Pressures of Packaging Materials in Organics Collection Programs
I will focus presentation on current market pressures the industry faces with regards to the acceptance of "compostable" plastic materials into local collection programs. I can identify operational challenges with the processing of these materials, the risks both potential and real associated with the issue; and finally legislative/regulatory efforts that can mitigate some of the identified risks.
Market Pressures of Packaging Materials in Organics Collection Programs
I will focus presentation on current market pressures the industry faces with regards to the acceptance of "compostable" plastic materials into local collection programs. I can identify operational challenges with the processing of these materials, the risks both potential and real associated with the issue; and finally legislative/regulatory efforts that can mitigate some of the identified risks.
