Industry Trends

As we approach the end of 2025, the waste management landscape is shifting rapidly. At ROVOX, we believe that smarter recycling starts with staying informed. Here is a breakdown of the most impactful recent developments in the industry and what they mean for the future of material recovery. 1. Regulatory Clarity for Advanced Recycling Perhaps the most significant legislative news this month is the introduction of the Recycling Technology Innovation Act by Reps. Dan Crenshaw (

The Recycling Industry Needs Intelligence. Here's What's Happening Now. The waste and recycling sector is at an inflection point. Major infrastructure investments, new EPR regulations, and rising material recovery challenges are forcing the industry to evolve. At ROVOX, we're watching these trends closely—and building solutions for what comes next. Key Industry Movements: Infrastructure Modernization $4.4B in announced investments across the recycling sector signal massive ca

In an era where sustainability has become more than just a buzzword, the recycling industry faces unprecedented challenges. With growing waste volumes, complex material streams, and increasing pressure for efficiency, traditional recycling methods are struggling to keep pace. The Problem with Traditional Recycling For decades, material recovery facilities (MRFs) have relied on manual sorting and basic mechanical systems to separate recyclables from waste streams. This approac