The Ag Container Recycling Council (ACRC) is an industry-funded nonprofit trade association dedicated to the safe collection and recycling of agricultural chemical containers. Representing member companies and affiliates that formulate, produce, package, and distribute agricultural chemical products, ACRC operates at the intersection of packaging, product stewardship, and end-of-life management. The ACRC program scope covers the full spectrum of agricultural chemical products, including pesticides, fertilizers, animal health, micronutrients, biologicals, adjuvants, and surfactants.

Through cost-effective programs that prioritize public health, environmental protection, and resource conservation, ACRC supports the collection and recycling of rigid HDPE agricultural containers up to 55 gallons. Implemented in 1992 as the first industry stewardship program of its kind in the nation, ACRC has facilitated the recycling of more than 268 million pounds of agricultural plastic containers over its 34-year history. The organization also advances research into responsible end-of-life solutions, helping ensure materials are managed safely while supporting efficient recovery systems.

ACRC is actively engaged in policy discussions related to extended producer responsibility, recycled content mandates, advanced recycling, chemicals of concern, and labeling. Through AMERIPEN, the organization values access to timely legislative insights and collaborates with stakeholders to support practical, informed policy solutions.

Amcor is a global leader in responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. As a packaging converter and supplier, the company develops innovative packaging that is designed to be more sustainable, functional and appealing for customers and consumers. Through its AmPrima® portfolio, Amcor is advancing recyclable packaging solutions that are designed to work within existing collection systems where available, without compromising functionality. These solutions can incorporate recycled content while maintaining performance standards, supporting progress toward a more circular packaging system.

Amcor is actively engaged in key policy discussions, including extended producer responsibility, recycled content mandates, and end-of-life management. Through AMERIPEN, Amcor gains valuable insights into the evolving legislative landscape and collaborates with peers across the value chain to support practical, effective policy solutions.

With sustainability as a core company value, Amcor continues to invest in innovation and partnerships that support circularity and long-term system improvements.

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) is the trade association representing manufacturers of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and water heating equipment. AHRI’s more than 300 member companies account for more than 90 percent of the residential and commercial HVACR and water heating equipment manufactured and sold in North America.

AHRI serves as a leading voice for the industry through advocacy, standards development, certification programs, and research that supports innovation, energy efficiency, product performance, and environmental stewardship. The organization works closely with policymakers and regulators to help ensure legislation and regulations are informed by technical expertise and real-world industry experience.

As packaging policy continues to evolve, AHRI recognizes the importance of staying engaged in conversations that impact manufacturers and the broader supply chain. Through its involvement with AMERIPEN, AHRI gains insights into emerging packaging legislation and regulatory developments while contributing to collaborative, science-based policy discussions.

AHRI values the opportunity to engage with organizations across the packaging value chain and leverage AMERIPEN's policy expertise, legislative tracking, and advocacy efforts to help inform practical, effective packaging policy solutions.