MML Review Magazine Summer 2026

CURBSIDE RECYCLING

Find tools and resources by searching Materials Management Planning at Michigan.gov/EGLE .

Metro Detroit's recycling cart rollout, 2017. Image credit: EGLE

“ Communities can share regional drop-off agreements or co-locate with existing facilities. ”

Smart planning is key. Many communities are already exploring shared regional drop-off agreements or strategically located “hub and spoke” systems, or co-locating with existing facilities to offer both compliance and convenience. Local communities aren’t left to do this alone. The state is backing these requirements with funding to support Materials Management Planning; competitive recycling infrastructure grants for equipment, carts, and facilities; and more. These funding streams support planning (like data collection, analysis, and strategy development) and implementation (expanding curbside routes, launching drop-off sites, and upgrading infrastructure). Beyond funding, the state offers hands-on support through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE): • Regional recycling specialists who understand local conditions. • Planning tools and data resources to simplify analysis. • Direct guidance on meeting BRS requirements. There’s also support through programs like NextCycle Michigan, which helps communities and partners develop new recycling solutions and connect with industry expertise. You can learn more by exploring the information available through EGLE’s Recycling webpage and Achieving Benchmark Recycling Standards explainer.

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Matt Flechter is a recycling market development specialist at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. You may contact Matt at 517-614-7353 or flechterm@michigan.gov.

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