Katie Pyzyk

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Katie is the lead reporter at Packaging Dive, which she joined full time in 2023 after six years of freelancing for various Industry Dive publications. Katie especially enjoys writing about topics including science, sustainability and economics, which she gets to explore daily in her Packaging Dive beat coverage of fiber, flexible plastics, M&A and innovation.

In addition to digital and print journalism, Katie previously worked as a TV news producer. Her freelance work has appeared in publications such as National Geographic and Bloomberg CityLab. Katie has won multiple Society of Professional Journalists, Edward R. Murrow, Azbee, and Jesse H. Neal awards, including for Packaging Dive articles recognized as the best technical or scientific content. You can reach her via email or LinkedIn.

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248 articles by Katie Pyzyk

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A reuse symbol hit the market. Oregon is putting it to the test.
June 9, 2026
US Plastics Pact urged to remove 2 polystyrene items from ‘problematic’ list
May 22, 2026
Kenvue tracks packaging through recycling stream with Greyparrot’s AI
May 20, 2026
20% of US residents can now recycle paper cups, FPI says
May 11, 2026
Keefe Harrison stepping down as CEO of The Recycling Partnership
April 15, 2026
ReMA advances HDPE beverage carrier spec following PakTech petition
March 16, 2026
Ahead of the demand curve? What’s behind the rPET slump.
Feb. 20, 2026
Will EPR actually increase recycling?
Feb. 18, 2026
New year, new label: PP cup recyclability status changes
Feb. 3, 2026
US Plastics Pact charts progress toward 2030 targets
Jan. 13, 2026
Success for composting and EPR programs go hand in hand: report
Dec. 10, 2025
Containerboard production continued downward slide in Q3
Nov. 3, 2025
Plastic film recycling has a problem with staying power
Oct. 24, 2025
Prioritizing end markets key to taming EPR tension: PPRC speakers
Oct. 22, 2025
One year after acquisition, GDB details revival strategy for Minnesota film recycling plant
Oct. 22, 2025
China’s new pulp import restrictions create ‘black swan event’ for OCC
Oct. 20, 2025
APR launching its 1st total-package recyclability assessment tool
Oct. 1, 2025
BPI introduces home compostable certification, label
Sept. 19, 2025
Can recycling advancements get black rigid plastics off packaging’s blacklist?
Sept. 10, 2025
Adding new commodities brings recycling education challenges
Sept. 3, 2025
Exports pulled down 2024 paper recycling rate: AF&PA
Aug. 13, 2025
What does ReMa’s new paper cup specification mean for packaging companies?
July 31, 2025
Policy tension over on-pack recyclability labeling ‘needs to get worked out’
July 14, 2025
Mars multiplies recycled content use, but still lags 2025 target
July 7, 2025
4 collaborative projects that aim to advance packaging recycling
July 2, 2025
WM’s upgraded Wisconsin MRF aims to capture more types of plastic packaging
June 23, 2025
Boxed vs. bottled: Not all sustainability claims hold water, nonprofit says
June 17, 2025
Crate idea: Transport packaging made from recycled Tetra Pak cartons
April 2, 2025
AI-enabled MRF technology aids food-grade polypropylene recovery: report
March 25, 2025
PET thermoform recycling is rising, but still not matching PCR demand
March 19, 2025
Caps, pumps, pods: Preventing small packaging from slipping through recycling systems
Feb. 24, 2025
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs to impact paper, plastic packaging
Feb. 3, 2025
Following market volatility, will OCC prices return to ‘normal’ in 2025?
Jan. 17, 2025
EMF global commitment signatories make progress on recycled content, lag on plastic reduction
Nov. 20, 2024
Southwest Airlines brings bamboo on board for new cups
Oct. 29, 2024
Keurig Dr Pepper to pay $1.5M to settle charges about K-Cup recyclability
Sept. 10, 2024
Target still struggles to lower virgin plastic use by 2025 deadline
Aug. 6, 2024
Starbucks piloting compostable cold cups in select California and Minnesota locations
Aug. 5, 2024
Compostables break down in real-world conditions, but more work needed: report
April 16, 2024
5 packaging innovation trends to watch in 2024: SPC
April 10, 2024
PCR procurement platform Circular eyes expansion with $10.5M in funding
March 27, 2024
It’s black and white: Walgreens details cap color change among sustainability efforts
Feb. 21, 2024
Colgate-Palmolive faces lawsuit over ‘misleading’ recyclable toothpaste tube claims
Feb. 9, 2024
Sustana rebrand unifies distinct fiber businesses
Jan. 17, 2024
Big things for small packages: Working to capture tiny recyclables
Nov. 22, 2023
Waste Connections’ Mittelstaedt talks industry changes, improvements during time away from CEO job
Nov. 21, 2023
US recycling rates have stagnated. Can collaborative packaging solutions turn them around?
Nov. 17, 2023
Recyclers urge collaboration with brands, end of ‘Franken-plastics’ to boost circularity
Nov. 15, 2023
What’s in the box? Maybe a gift of recovering corrugated demand.
Nov. 1, 2023
Packaging experts talk gaps in state, federal policy
Sept. 27, 2023
Ameripen, ACC talk intersection of chemical recycling, EPR
Sept. 6, 2023
Starbucks and Turn Systems’ reusable cup pilot aims for waste reduction
Aug. 23, 2023
OCC recycling rate reaches 93% — depending on who you ask
Aug. 11, 2023
Collaboration across value chains key to increasing food service packaging recycling, experts say
Aug. 9, 2023
Amazon phasing out plastic mailers and working to reduce e-commerce packaging
July 21, 2023
Nova Chemicals, Novolex collaborate on facility for making PE from mechanically recycled film
July 19, 2023
Consumers don’t understand ‘compostable’ messaging on packaging, survey finds
July 12, 2023
Pratt Industries opens $253M box factory in Texas
July 3, 2023
CG Roxane launches second in-house rPET plant to supply bottled water operations
June 20, 2023
Oregon Gov. Kotek signs foam ban, allows customers’ reusable containers at restaurants
May 10, 2023
Curbside film recycling can be a reality with the right equipment and policy updates, pilot suggests
April 12, 2023
Sonoco biogas equipment upgrade to aid emissions targets, RNG capabilities
April 6, 2023
For OCC demand and pricing, economic uncertainty puts quick recovery in question
March 21, 2023
Refill and reuse sectors strive for scale to upend single-use packaging’s stronghold
March 17, 2023
LRS’ new $50M Chicago MRF is heavy on automation, with room for expansion
March 15, 2023
Innovation takes center stage at Sustainability in Packaging conference
March 15, 2023
Colorado’s lead composter imposes stricter accepted materials rules to curb contamination
March 6, 2023
GFL says ‘exceptional year’ of growth driven by acquisitions, but M&A expected to slow in 2023
Feb. 22, 2023
Production begins at Circularix’s inaugural rPET facility
Feb. 14, 2023
Sonoco reports ‘pivotal year’ of growth driven by consumer packaging demand and M&A
Feb. 13, 2023
Loop touts retail store expansion as standalone e-commerce program sunsets
Jan. 10, 2023
Stadiums pursue new technologies and tactics to boost waste diversion
Jan. 9, 2023
Next steps for the Great Lakes region’s circular economy strategy
Dec. 21, 2022
Specialty recycling pick-up services flip the script on items accepted curbside
Dec. 13, 2022
Why WM and Dow are launching a curbside plastic film recycling pilot
Nov. 21, 2022
Why are PET prices declining? Experts cite a ‘confluence of events’ tied to the shifting economy
Oct. 19, 2022
Domino’s and WestRock launch initiative to boost pizza box recycling
Sept. 22, 2022
How the Inflation Reduction Act is heating up an already active market for critical metals in EV batteries
Sept. 22, 2022
Glass Packaging Institute launching MRF equipment leasing program, eyeing Midwest and Southeast
Aug. 24, 2022
Domestic destinations for recycled paper and plastic are growing. Is National Sword the reason?
Aug. 22, 2022
Lithium-ion battery industry ramps up recycling focus as geopolitical events challenge supply chain
May 17, 2022
How Republic's investment in secondary plastics processing puts a 'different twist' on vertical integration
March 30, 2022
The pandemic pushed paper markets to record levels. How long will those prices continue?
Feb. 23, 2022
Glass recycling revival relies on a growing number of specialty drop-off and collection programs
Jan. 31, 2022
Corporate Growth Conference: Navigating modern M&A involves more partners than ever before
Nov. 10, 2021
High aluminum prices, supply chain issues create 'best of times and the worst of times' for recyclers
Oct. 27, 2021
Recycling Partnership grants could boost curbside polypropylene acceptance by 6%
Sept. 1, 2021
Brand commitments contributing to higher recycled HDPE prices
Aug. 26, 2021
Emerging solar panel recycling market ripe with opportunity, but barriers remain
July 28, 2021
After years of pressure, glass recycling may be at a turning point
Jan. 27, 2021
Inspector General faults Chicago for multifamily recycling stagnancy, lawmakers call for answers
Dec. 11, 2020
Trump signs Save Our Seas 2.0, giving plastics recycling infrastructure potential boost
Dec. 8, 2020
MRF Summit: Despite pandemic setbacks, 2020 shows bright spots for recycling
Nov. 24, 2020
Oregon beverage container redemption volumes surge despite pandemic
Nov. 16, 2020
Brand commitments, legislation and pandemic all influencing plastic recycling
Oct. 28, 2020
Plastic processors moving ahead on polystyrene recycling plant in Illinois
Oct. 7, 2020
MRF experts foresee further adoption of robotics, potential for 'boutique' facilities
Sept. 23, 2020
Calls for e-cigarette legislation increase amid growing fire hazard to waste and recycling industry
Sept. 22, 2020
Chicago anaerobic digester, urban farm project secures final funding for $32M campus
Aug. 20, 2020
Flexible packaging separation pilot deemed a success, but end markets unproven
July 22, 2020
California's beverage container redemption volume drops estimated 30% during pandemic
May 29, 2020
Pandemic exacerbates UBC recycling issues, following aluminum market decline
May 20, 2020
COVID-19 turns some recycled fiber market dynamics on their head
April 13, 2020
Chicago's ailing recycling program under new scrutiny
April 1, 2020
At least 8 states suspend bottle bill requirements during coronavirus pandemic
March 24, 2020
Boise, Idaho temporarily sending EnergyBag plastics to cement manufacturing facility
March 19, 2020
Florida governor signs third attempt at curbside recycling contamination bill into law
Jan. 30, 2020
California Senate votes against EPR changes for struggling bottle bill
Jan. 22, 2020
India to enforce 1% contamination rate on paper imports, conduct random inspections
Jan. 15, 2020
Detroit receives $800K in grants for major residential and commercial recycling expansion
Jan. 9, 2020
Denver mayor signs plastic and paper bag fee into law
Jan. 6, 2020
New York governor proposes statewide polystyrene foam ban
Dec. 23, 2019
New York bottle bill expansion could boost glass container recycling by 65%: study
Dec. 13, 2019
Robots move in
Dec. 11, 2019
Recycling Campaign of the Year: Michigan's 'Know It Before You Throw It'
Dec. 9, 2019
Ann Arbor, Michigan approves new contract to reopen long-idled MRF
Dec. 4, 2019
Santa Fe, New Mexico reopens idled MRF under new recycling contract
Nov. 27, 2019
Sims expands aluminum recycling in New York with Nespresso funding
Nov. 18, 2019
New Hampshire legislators call for major changes to meet modern 'realities' of waste and recycling
Nov. 11, 2019
Where to grow: Asian and Latin American countries may increase recyclable import capacity
Oct. 30, 2019
Burned by lithium battery surge, recyclers seek solutions
Oct. 9, 2019
Senate passes 'Save Our Seas 2.0' bill focused on plastic waste
Oct. 2, 2019
Billionaire-backed foundation contributes $300M to new plastics initiative
Sept. 27, 2019
Pennsylvania community first to take flexible packaging in curbside carts
Sept. 25, 2019
Basel Ban on hazardous waste trade approved 25 years after initial passage
Sept. 20, 2019
What's the next recycling boom market? ISRI roundtable weighs in
Sept. 18, 2019
California governor signs law encouraging dual-stream recycling
Sept. 11, 2019
The Recycling Partnership launches tool to simplify recycling for consumers
Sept. 4, 2019
What's next for California container recycling after rePlanet's closure?
Aug. 28, 2019
Why China's 2020 total scrap import ban may not be so clear cut
Aug. 7, 2019
Precipitous drop in reclaimed plastic film exports drags down recovery efforts
July 31, 2019
Boise, Idaho mixed plastic program could expand following changes
July 24, 2019
New Hampshire passes recycling study bill amid market challenges
July 17, 2019
Reduce, reuse, rescoot? A look at e-scooters' long-term sustainability
July 17, 2019
77% of global cities will experience 'striking shift' in climate by 2050
July 12, 2019
Lawsuit over Keurig coffee pod recyclability moving forward
July 10, 2019
Michigan launches statewide educational campaign on recycling
July 3, 2019
Chinese port shuts out scrap metal imports 3 days before new restrictions take effect
July 2, 2019
Lexington, Kentucky, issues RFP to resume paper recycling
June 26, 2019
ASTRX report identifies most troublesome materials in recycling chain
June 19, 2019
Recycling trade associations still see potential to grow export markets
June 12, 2019
Philadelphia cancels recycling rewards program
June 5, 2019
Cincinnati chosen as next 'Beyond 34' city
May 29, 2019
Nonprofit tests trash-collecting robot on Chicago River
May 28, 2019
Kentucky city's suspension of paper recycling ripples through region
May 22, 2019
WWF 'activation hub' to help companies make good on plastic pollution commitments
May 15, 2019
Recyclers request government mandates for recycled plastic content in bags
May 9, 2019
What recycling end market development looks like in 2019
May 8, 2019
Scrap metal theft bill gains new momentum in Kansas legislature
May 1, 2019
Philadelphia to send all recyclables to Waste Management under new contract
April 29, 2019
Lincoln, Nebraska's cardboard disposal decreases dramatically following ban
April 24, 2019
Iowa waste authority approves $10.9M equipment contract for new MRF
April 22, 2019
Brightmark Energy closes $260M financing for Indiana plastics-to-fuel facility
April 16, 2019
Phoenix awards contract to Renewlogy for chemical recycling project
April 5, 2019
European Parliament approves 2021 single-use plastics ban
March 29, 2019
Prince William County, Virginia eliminates glass, some plastics from curbside recycling
March 27, 2019
Starbucks announces trials for recyclable cups, lids
March 22, 2019
Maryland passes statewide EPS foam ban bill
March 20, 2019
Orlando mandating commercial and multi-unit residential recycling by 2023
March 14, 2019
Ontario's government considers single-use plastic ban
March 12, 2019
India extends timeline for plastic scrap import ban
March 7, 2019
Nespresso collaborates with Sims, NYC on curbside coffee pod recycling
March 5, 2019
Facility closure prompts Virginia communities to suspend, alter recycling programs
Feb. 27, 2019
Michigan MRF upgrade approved, heralding switch to single-stream
Feb. 26, 2019
Major glass, plastic recycling changes proposed in Washington state
Feb. 21, 2019
Nashville to expand curbside recycling collection with $2M state grant
Feb. 12, 2019
Gap exists between waste, recycling businesses' technology desires and implementation
Jan. 30, 2019
APR: Recycled plastics reduce energy consumption, GHG emissions
Jan. 29, 2019
How small cities around the country are fighting to save recycling
Jan. 28, 2019
Washington state recycling market incubator bill signed into law
Jan. 24, 2019
The value of math-driven organics policy in three different states
Jan. 23, 2019
Nestlé lays out first steps to making all product packaging recyclable by 2025
Jan. 16, 2019
Deltona, Florida suspends curbside recycling indefinitely
Jan. 9, 2019
Albuquerque, New Mexico signs single-use plastic bag ban into law
Jan. 8, 2019
China details scrap metal import restrictions for July
Jan. 3, 2019
UK waste strategy calls for packaging EPR, widespread organics collection
Dec. 19, 2018
Plastic bottle recycling rates slipped in 2017
Dec. 18, 2018
Connecticut authority approves state's first source-separated glass pilot
Dec. 12, 2018
Akron, Ohio's ban on glass recycling creates confusion between city and processor
Dec. 10, 2018
Des Moines, Iowa landfilled 20 tons of mixed paper each day this summer
Dec. 3, 2018
Education Initiative of the Year: Global Recycling Day
Dec. 3, 2018
Market Developer of the Year: Agilyx
Dec. 3, 2018
Minnesota county mandates commercial and residential organics recycling
Nov. 29, 2018
Bay Area city offers year of free collection for clean recycling
Nov. 27, 2018
NERC: Recycled paper capacity increasing at 17 North American mills
Nov. 19, 2018
Colorado produces record amount of trash as recycling stagnates
Nov. 15, 2018
RES Polyflow receives $57M investment for plastics-to-energy tech
Nov. 12, 2018
New York town switching back to dual-stream program
Nov. 8, 2018
Alderman, advocates push for recycling reform in Chicago
Nov. 6, 2018
St. Louis suburbs find recycling solutions after major MRF halts service
Nov. 2, 2018
Our Ocean conference brings big commitments to fight marine plastic
Oct. 29, 2018
Charlotte, North Carolina launches circular economy plan
Oct. 26, 2018
China's new role in the global recycling economy
Oct. 23, 2018
Daily Digest: NYC commissioner calls for end to fatigued driving
Oct. 22, 2018
Relationship advice for MRF operators looking to renegotiate and educate
Oct. 19, 2018
WEEE Forum launches inaugural E-Waste Day
Oct. 12, 2018
All Austin food businesses now required to divert organics
Oct. 2, 2018
Malaysia to end plastic imports within three years
Sept. 27, 2018
Report: Half of EU countries might not meet 2020 recycling goals
Sept. 25, 2018
California passes law barring restaurants from automatically offering plastic straws
Sept. 20, 2018
27 global cities tout GHG emissions reductions
Sept. 20, 2018
Indianapolis set to unveil plans for long-awaited recycling program this fall
Sept. 18, 2018
Recycling Partnership, Re-TRAC Connect launch program to standardize recycling data
Sept. 12, 2018
ISRI Commodities Roundtable: China and tariffs are forcing market changes
Sept. 10, 2018
Washington, DC releases updated sustainability plan with waste goals
Sept. 6, 2018
Lake Worth, Florida reverting to dual-stream collection next month
Sept. 4, 2018
Ohio city suspends recycling for two years with hopes to resume
Aug. 31, 2018
Harvest Power closing controversial organics facility in British Columbia
Aug. 29, 2018
Closed Loop Fund announces $5M partnership in Pennsylvania
Aug. 24, 2018
St. Louis suburb preserves curbside recycling after public pushback
Aug. 21, 2018
Thailand to permanently ban plastic imports by 2021
Aug. 17, 2018
France to discount goods with recycled plastic packaging
Aug. 15, 2018
Blockchain boom hits waste industry
Aug. 10, 2018
Vietnam, Malaysia crack down on scrap imports
Aug. 2, 2018
Washington, DC wraps recycling trucks in colorful art
July 30, 2018
Phoenix solicits proposals for plastics processing facility
July 26, 2018
Portland, Oregon regional government approves commercial organics mandate
July 23, 2018
Closed Loop Partners CEO talks infrastructure investments in light of National Sword
July 17, 2018
CalRecycle awards $25M in organics grants
July 10, 2018
Rochester, New York examines adding organics collection
July 5, 2018
Denver partners with NRDC for new food waste plan
June 29, 2018
4 takeaways from the new Chinese import ban plastics study
June 27, 2018
Thailand temporarily stops plastic, e-scrap imports
June 26, 2018
'Beyond 34' report outlines ways to boost national recycling rate
June 22, 2018
2 Midwestern cities advance composting programs
June 22, 2018
State bill could relax California recycling requirements due to China impact
June 19, 2018
Recycling in Pensacola, Florida to resume in July after 9-month lapse
June 19, 2018
US recycling businesses recognized as 'Best for the World'
June 13, 2018
US, Japan abstain from Ocean Plastics Charter, reactions vary
June 12, 2018
WestRock now open to any buyer of Newberg, Oregon mill
June 7, 2018
San Diego set to ban expanded polystyrene products in 2019
June 6, 2018
Nonprofit touts benefits of housing deconstruction over demolition
June 5, 2018
Indonesian government delays tight fiber inspection policies
June 1, 2018
Memphis, Tennessee to rebid trash collection contract following complaints
June 1, 2018
CalRecycle recommends comprehensive e-waste updates
May 30, 2018
Nine Dragons to acquire 2 US paper mills for $175M
May 30, 2018
Lawsuit over St. Paul, Minnesota franchise plan dismissed
May 30, 2018
China ban prompts Oregon county to suspend recycling program
May 29, 2018
Entrepreneur proposes mixing sludge, yard waste to create compost in Omaha, Nebraska
May 25, 2018
Study: Climate change beliefs don't predict pro-environmental behaviors
May 8, 2018
From foam to oil: Agilyx offers new chemical recycling solution
May 7, 2018
Old school vs. new school: Bridging generational differences in scrap recycling
May 1, 2018
EPA announces $54.3M in 2018 brownfield grants
April 28, 2018
Expert tips on finding and retaining recycling industry talent
April 26, 2018
With China's 'nearly impossible' contamination standard, where are MRFs looking now?
April 4, 2018
Florida bill ends hauler responsibility for curbside contamination
March 20, 2018
Report: UK overstated its plastic packaging recycling rates
March 9, 2018
QRS plastics facility to be dismantled, but Closed Loop will get investment back
Aug. 14, 2017

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