The CIRCLE Act of 2025 (Cultivating Investment in Recycling and Circular Local Economies Act) was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on July 16, 2025 by Representatives Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA). It was immediately referred to the House Ways and Means Committee, where it is currently pending review, without any hearings or markups scheduled as of August 11, 2025
What the CIRCLE Act Aims to Achieve
- Offers a 30% investment tax credit for newly built or upgraded recycling infrastructure, phased out over 10 years, with direct rebates for municipalities, which are exempt from federal income tax
- Targets significant outcomes: up to $30 billion in economic benefits, 200,000 new jobs, 169 million tons of recyclables redirected to domestic markets, and around $9–10 billion in taxpayer savings
- Seeks to modernize America’s recycling infrastructure, reduce landfill waste, bolster domestic supply chains, and support public-private partnerships to build a sustainable circular economy
How Waste Wise Innovation Aligns with the CIRCLE Act
The CIRCLE Act’s intentions alongside Waste Wise Innovation’s solutions:
| CIRCLE Act Objective | Waste Wise Innovation Solution |
|---|---|
| Modernize recycling infrastructure | Cerobin® Modular Bins—durable, scalable, clearly labeled for efficient reuse |
| Prevent contamination at the source | Topper Stopper® V3—smart scanning device that rejects non-recyclables, includes user feedback display |
| Enable public education on recycling | On-unit educational messaging via video and visual prompts |
| Improve waste diversion and reduce pollution | Custom compost-compatible collection units—ideal for high-traffic venues |
| Enhance public-private partnerships | Custom branding and sponsor messaging to build community and funding support |
| Measure, report, and optimize recycling programs | Smart tracking tools for contamination, usage, and impact reporting |
An Act for the Future
- With the CIRCLE Act pending in committee, organizations can begin planning to align their infrastructure investments with its incentives once enacted.
- Waste Wise Innovation’s modular, smart, and scalable tools allow early adopters, schools, municipalities, businesses, and venues to be ahead of the curve, ready to leverage new funding streams and deliver immediate recycling improvements.
- Together, the Act’s policy framework and Waste Wise Innovation’s technology pave the way for a cleaner environment, stronger circular supply chains, and measurable economic and social returns.
Learn More About the CIRCLE Act
Ready to Modernize Your Recycling Program?
Whether you’re a city department evaluating rebate‑eligible upgrades, a university seeking verifiable diversion data, or a venue trying to curb contamination on event days, Waste Wise Innovation can help you implement technology and analytics that align with the CIRCLE Act’s vision and deliver measurable results today. Let’s build a cleaner stream of materials and a more resilient circular economy together.
