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Oregon’s Mattress Recycling Breakthrough | Bend News
Oregon’s new Mattress Stewardship Program, launched in January 2025, diverted over 130,000 mattresses and box springs from landfills in its first year—thanks to a $22.50 fee on every new purchase, statewide drop-off points, and retailer partnerships. The program dismantles old mattresses to recycle materials like springs and foam into carpet padding and insulation, turning bulky waste into useful products. It’s part of Oregon’s broader push for producer responsibility, tackling everything from paint to electronics, and stands out as a smooth, legally clear success compared to other recycling…
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