As part of its broader advocacy efforts, the Alberta Plastics Recycling Association (APRA) is developing position statements on key policy and regulatory issues affecting Alberta’s plastics industry. These statements will help inform APRA’s advocacy priorities, support discussions with government and other stakeholders, and advance a more circular plastics economy in Alberta.
Member input is an important part of this process, helping ensure APRA’s positions reflect the perspectives, experiences and priorities of the diverse organizations it represents.
To support this commitment to informed, member-driven advocacy, APRA is inviting participation in two sessions focused on mass balance allocation. The first will bring together industry experts to share insights on the topic, followed by a facilitated discussion to gather member feedback on APRA’s draft position statement.
How to Participate
Members are encouraged to attend both sessions, as the webinar will provide important context for the engagement discussion. Please register for both sessions below.
For those unable to attend the first session, a recording will be made available in advance of the member engagement session.
Session 1: Industry Insights on Mass Balance Allocation
Webinar | November 18, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ABT
Join APRA and subject matter experts for an introductory discussion on mass balance allocation, including its practical applications, relevant standards, verification approaches and broader industry considerations.
This session is intended to establish a common foundation of understanding and provide members with the background information needed to participate in APRA’s subsequent position statement engagement.
David Lynch | Managing Director and Owner, Get Green Solutions Incorporated
David has more than 30 years of experience in product and process development, specializing in biofuels, advanced chemical recycling, lifecycle analysis, and intellectual property strategy. Through Get Green Solutions Incorporated, he supports clean technology companies in advancing bio-based and chemical recycling technologies from the laboratory to commercial scale.
David was part of the team that developed CSA R117:24 and led the chemical recycling team during its development. His expertise includes mass balance accounting used to determine recycled content and recycling rates.
Usman Valiante | Senior Policy Analyst and Commercial Strategist
Usman brings 30 years of experience in environmental science and economics, public policy, regulatory design and commercial strategy. He has advised federal and provincial governments and national organizations on environmental regulatory frameworks, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and circular economy systems.
Most recently, Usman helped establish Circular Materials as a national producer responsibility organization and led work involving recycling technology assessments, collection systems and commercial recycling agreements for plastic packaging.
Session 2: Member Engagement on APRA’s Draft Position Statement
Facilitated Member Discussion | December 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ABT
Building on the webinar, APRA will host a facilitated discussion to gather member perspectives on its draft mass balance allocation position statement.
Members will have an opportunity to share their views, identify potential impacts and considerations across the plastics value chain, and provide feedback to help inform APRA’s final position.