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Black History Month (BHM) began in 1925 as a week of celebration dedicated to raising the awareness of African American contributions to civilization. The celebration was extended to a month in 1976. Many of us remember learning of heroes like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks. But the recognition of Black...

From January 31 to February 4, 2026, Todd Foreman, ReMA’s Senior Director of Law Enforcement Outreach, and ReMA’s Zoë Bierce, Program Coordinator, Youth Outreach & Workforce Development, attended the National Sherrif Association’s Winter Conference in Washington, DC. The NSA Winter Conference brings together high-level leadership from federal agencies, members of Congress, and very active sheriffs to...

On Tuesday, February 10, more than 120 recyclers from across the country traveled to Capitol Hill in Washington, DC to meet with lawmakers and legislative staff as part of the Recycled Materials Association’s (ReMA) 2026 Congressional Fly-In. ReMA members had one unifying message: America is Made with Recycled Materials. The message is part of the...

Most drivers want to work at a carrier that pays a decent wage, provides a safe and secure environment, and is compassionate. Many carriers are good at marketing the first of these when recruiting drivers but tend to not market the others. Do you have good and safe equipment? Driver frustration with vehicles and maintenance...

From April 13 – 16 2026, ReMA2026 – The Show, Powered by ReMatter is taking over Mandalay Bay and bringing together close to 7,000 industry professionals.  To give attendees a sneak peek of the convention, ReMA News spoke with the co-chairs of ReMA’s Women in Recycling Council – Kimberly Scott and Mel Tally about the councils’ presence...