Michael Globetti, DNREC Public Affairs, 302-739-9902

DNREC requests public comments by Dec. 14 on draft
 Universal Recycling guidance and reporting forms

DOVER (Dec. 3, 2010) – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is seeking public comments by Dec. 14 on the draft Universal Recycling guidance and reporting forms. Businesses engaged in recycling activities are encouraged to review the draft forms found on DNREC’s website and provide written comments.

Draft guidance and reporting forms were developed by DNREC for businesses that collect, process and market recycling materials.

Beginning in calendar year 2011, businesses are required to use DNREC’s reporting form to record and report the type and quantity of recyclables managed, the method of collection and the recycling facilities used. To comply with the required guidance and reporting forms, businesses are encouraged to make adjustments to their internal data collection or recording procedures prior to the beginning of the new year.

Businesses engaged in recycling activities are required to develop an annual Recycling Activity Report and submit it to DNREC by Feb. 15 of the following year. The first Annual Recycling Activity Report is due Feb. 15, 2012.

The Delaware Solid Waste Recycling Law (commonly referred to as the Universal Recycling Law) established annual reporting requirements in order to determine the state’s annual recycling diversion rate and whether diversion goals are being met.

Written comments should be submitted:

• By email to James.Short@state.de.us
  
  
• By fax (302-739-5060), Attention: James Short, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Branch
  
  
• By mail to:  Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
                      Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Branch
                       89 Kings Highway
                       Dover, DE  19902
                       Attn:  James Short

Vol. 40, No. 404