End Markets Committee Embraces Operations
CDRA’s popular End Markets Committee has recently been rebadged as the End Markets & Operations Committee.
With a commitment to fostering industry growth, the committee is expanding its efforts to help members optimize operations and explore new market opportunities. Chair Will Hancock recognized the need to offer members practical advice beyond end markets, which are already receiving specific attention through the well-developed gypsum, shingle, and aggregates recycling committees.
Building on the popularity of his “Recycler’s Anonymous” at the end of every meeting, and C&D World’s Technology Forum, Will and Vice Chair Lincoln Young will incorporate discussions on emerging technologies and best management practices to improve recycling efficiency and recovery.
The CDRA community is all about sharing experiences and collaborating to solve problems. If you haven’t joined an End Markets (and Operations) Committee meeting recently, we encourage you to participate in the next one. Come prepared to share your biggest challenges and opportunities while welcoming input from your peers.
Together, we can build a stronger industry. This year’s event gathered professionals from across the globe to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and solutions to challenges in C&D recycling. Exceeding 500 attendees and 55 exhibitors, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as leaders in the field shared insights and forged valuable connections.
Together, we can build a stronger industry.
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LEED V5 Ratified by Members
LEED v5 was ratified by USGBC members earlier this month, following a multi-year development process. The final vote took place after public comment periods and refinements to the rating system. CDRA leaders and members were instrumental in retaining biofuels as diversion, which was expressly excluded in earlier versions. Another ‘win’ for C&D recyclers is the stricter accountability measures included to help reduce fraud in recycling rate reporting. The updated framework emphasizes greater transparency, third-party verification, and improved tracking requirements.
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Will You Be at WasteExpo? We Will Be – And We’ve Got Big News!
The CDRA is proud to have a major presence at this year’s WasteExpo, and we’d love for you to join us in the excitement!
We're thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Terri Ward, and Executive Committee Member, Brock Hill, will be honored with prestigious industry awards – a testament to their leadership and commitment to advancing construction and demolition recycling.
You’ll also find CDRA members featured in several conference sessions, sharing their expertise on cutting-edge trends, sustainability, and operational innovation in our industry.
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And don’t forget to stop by our booth in the exhibit hall – Booth # 3513. Come connect with our team, explore what’s new in C&D recycling, and see how CDRA continues to lead the way.
Want to lend a hand? If you have a little extra time during the show, we’d love your help at the booth! Reach out to Heather Schuler to schedule a time to volunteer.
We can’t wait to see you there! Let’s make this WasteExpo unforgettable.
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Safety Scoop
Free Safety Webinar - Culture: The Ultimate Risk Mitigation Tool!
Investing in people and culture is essential for organizations as it directly impacts employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. A strong organizational culture fosters a sense of belonging and inclusivity, which enhances collaboration and productivity among diverse teams. Prioritizing people and culture helps organizations attract top talent, reduce turnover costs, and mitigate risks associated with disengagement.
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Committee Corner
Our Committees are where all of the lifting occurs!
Check out highlights from their discussions at our most recent meetings. CDRA members are encouraged to attend committee meetings to get the most out of their memberships.
Aggregates Recycling Committee CDRA President John Thomas welcomed attendees to the first-ever Aggregates Recycling Committee meeting on April 15th! He introduced future Co-Chair Lauren Asfour and offered all attendees a chance to introduce themselves and share some of the challenges they are facing in this market. New members and longtime CDRA supporters joined us for this meeting. Read More
End Markets & Operations Committee
During our newly reinvented End Markets & Operations Committee, Chair Will Hancock invited members to share their challenges with Alternate Daily Cover (ADC) in the marketplace. The idea for this discussion came from member feedback that more states are considering ADC equivalent to garbage, rather than a beneficial use product. The group discussed the technology used to produce various types of ADC, the important differences between utilizing MRF screenings as a byproduct versus grinding C&D to ‘manufacture’ ADC. Ideas for modifications to the product to better suit specific areas and opportunities to better educate all industry stakeholders on the benefits of ADC and C&D fines were discussed. Read More
Shingle Recycling Committee
Our recent committee meeting focused on the different end uses and processing techniques for recycled asphalt shingles, and also offered the opportunity for members to share their thoughts on what the future priorities of the committee should be. Potential future projects were shared, including an annual update of an existing C&D Report on state requirements for RAS, a Best Practices document for the management and processing of recycled asphalt shingles, and the development of an official opinion on how best to deal with asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral once widely used in building materials that has since raised health concerns in recent decades. Read More
Membership and Marketing Committee: Member Round TableOur recent Quarterly Roundtable was led by CDRA’s Membership & Marketing Director, Heather Schuler, and we’re proud to report it was both well-attended and highly impactful. Originally developed to welcome and orient new member companies and staff to the CDRA, it has become a popular event for members looking to make connections with like-minded people. All members are welcome. Read More
Committee Meetings
Join a committee to take part in an upcoming meeting:
May 14 at 11 AM ET, Gypsum RecyclingJune 5 at 3 PM ET, End Markets & OperationsJune 10 at 4 PM ET, Aggregates RecyclingJune 17 at 3 PM ET, Shingle RecyclingJune 24 at 4 PM ET, Aggregates Recycling
June 30 at 3 PM ET, Legislative & RegulatoryInterested in a calendar invitation? Contact our Membership Manager.
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CDRA In-Person Events - Join Us!
- Mid Year Board Meeting - Charlotte, NC, October 1, 2025
- Greenbuild - Los Angeles, CA, November 4-7, 2025
- C&D World - Tampa, FL, January 27-30, 2026
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Members Making News
- WM has opened its newest MRF, a $50 million project in Elkridge, Maryland that has the largest processing capacity of all its recycling facilities. Read it
- Owens Corning takes a step toward diverting shingles from landfills, marking a significant industry milestone in shingle recycling. Read it
- CDE is hosting an Open House event in partnership with Freehaven Materials on May 14 at 150TPH C&D Waste Wash Plant. Guests will have the opportunity to meet with the CDE and Freehaven teams while enjoying a detailed, expert-led tour of the plant. Read it
- Nexwaste acquires Austin, TX area waste businesses Recon, Rockin Disposal and Mobile Magic, signaling a move to expand. Read it
- Three Houston, TX Area Residential Waste Collection Companies Purchased by Nexwaste. Read it
- Lautenbach Recycling announces the addition of Tony Rounds as its new Business Development Manager. Tony brings decades of recycling industry experience and a wealth of knowledge to his new role at the firm. Read it
- Northstar secures 15-year lease extension for its Empower Delta shingle recycling facility in Delta, British Columbia. This extension will support Northstar’s long-term growth and allow for the retrofit of the facility into a commercial-scale operation. Read it
- Sky Quarry enters into a letter-of-intent (LOI) with Southwind RAS LLC. to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing shingle recycling in the Chicagoland area. Read it
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Industry News
- Tariffs lead to surging prices for key construction inputs like iron,steel, steel mill products, copper wire, and cable. According to the Associated Builders and Contractors, iron and steel, steel mill products and copper wire and cables prices rose by over 5% in March. Read it
- The Mobile County Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Alabama votes to recommend denying the conversion of a Theodor-Irvington dirt pit into a landfill. After a 2-0 vote against the proposal, the decision now goes to the Mobile County Commission for a vote next month. Read it
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