Advocating for the EPS Industry with Walter Reiter of EPSIA

Advocating for the EPS Industry with Walter Reiter of EPSIA

From Redefining Plastics by Justin Riney

November 11, 2025 · 1h 42m · Season 1 · Episode 49

About this episode

Walter Reiter discusses the EPS industry and the importance of communication in addressing public perceptions of plastics.

Do you work in the plastics industry? Are you frustrated with the fear surrounding plastic products? The best way to combat fear is through communication: with consumers, with regulators, and with legislators. That is what organizations like the EPS Industry Alliance (EPSIA) do for the industry. In this episode of the Redefining Plastics Podcast, host Justin Riney interviews Walter Reiter from the EPS Industry Alliance (EPSIA). Walter shares his diverse background, from studying biology and law to his extensive experience in litigation, ultimately leading him to his current role at EPSIA. The discussion delves into the intricacies of the plastic recycling industry, focusing on EPS, its recyclability, and public perceptions. They explore the challenges of extended producer responsibility (EPR), the effectiveness of drop-off recycling programs, and the broader issues of consumption and sustainability. Walter emphasizes the importance of community involvement, proper waste management, and the need for better communication and transparency in the industry. EPSIA https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-reiter-ab143316/ https://www.epsindustry.org/ https://www.epsindustry.org/recycling-map…

People in this episode

Host: Justin Riney

Guest: Walter Reiter

Topics covered

  • plastic industry
  • recycling
  • sustainability
  • communication
  • extended producer responsibility

Keywords

  • EPS
  • recycling
  • sustainability
  • plastic products
  • EPR

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: EPS Industry Alliance, EPSIA, EPS

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