Workshop Session III: Tuesday, May 4, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Concentration: Greening the Manufacturing Sector and Other Industries

Recycling is a key component in achieving our nations greenhouse gas reduction goals. As aluminum products have seen an increase in use, the domestic aluminum recycling industry has likewise experienced growth and investment. In 2008, 34 percent of the aluminum used in North America was derived from recycled materials — amounting to approximately 1.56 billion pounds of used beverage cans in the United States.

Presenters:
Bill Heenan, Steel Recycling Institute, President
Brett S. Smith, American Iron and Steel Institute, Senior Director, Government Relations
Jerry Schwartz , American Forest and Paper Association, Senior Director Energy and Environmental Policy  Alcoa Representative (Invited)