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CurbWaste and RCI's Innovative Partnership

In a significant move towards enhancing recycling certification processes, CurbWaste has joined hands with the Recycling Certification Institute (RCI). Announced on February 24, 2026, this multi-year partnership positions CurbWaste as the exclusive operational management platform for RCI's certification programs in construction and demolition recycling across the nation.

Revolutionizing Recycling Certification

CurbWaste, known for its cutting-edge operating system designed for independent waste haulers, aims to streamline and modernize the certification process for recycling facilities. By integrating various elements of facility operations, certification workflows, and reporting into one comprehensive system, the partnership exemplifies a broad trend towards verticalization within the recycling industry.

Under this agreement, CurbWaste will become the primary system of record for RCI, enabling better management of the comprehensive lifecycle of facility certification. This includes crucial aspects like application handling, data collection, evaluator reviews, compliance monitoring, billing procedures, reporting, and public verification.

RCI's certification program plays a crucial role in fostering transparency and boosting confidence among sectors relying on reported recycling rates, including municipalities, architects, contractors, and sustainability advocates. Facilities achieving RCI certification will stand out for adhering to stringent recovery and reporting standards, which provide a stronger basis for sustainability and green building documentation.

Strengthening Trust in Recycling

According to John Thomas, Managing Partner of Waste Recycling Solutions LLC at the Recycling Certification Institute, the alignment of facility operations with standardized certification workflows and reporting mechanisms under the CurbWaste platform enhances overall market consistency, transparency, and trust. He emphasized that their priority is to build a robust framework for credible recycling certification that benefits all stakeholders involved.

This partnership also reflects CurbWaste's commitment to developing operational software that effectively meets real-world certification and compliance requirements. CEO Mike Marmo highlighted the heightened demand for reliable, auditable data within the construction and demolition recycling sector, positioning CurbWaste at the forefront of this transformative initiative.

Advanced Features of CurbWaste’s Platform

To support the RCI certification process, CurbWaste will offer an array of advanced features that include:

• - Standardized Material Tracking: Facilitating easier monitoring of recycling materials throughout the certification lifecycle.
• - Automated Recovery Calculations: Streamlining the evaluation process for recycling outcomes.
• - Anomaly Detection Systems: Ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting.
• - Evaluator Workflow Management: Enhancing the efficiency of evaluators in their roles.
• - Subscription Billing and Compliance Enforcement: Simplifying the financial aspects of the certification process.
• - Public Facing Tools: Assisting the community in verifying certifications and gaining insights into reporting.

The transition towards this new platform will be executed in phases to ensure minimal disruption, with a focus on preserving data integrity, continuity, and the long-term sustainability of the program. CurbWaste plans to work closely with RCI members and evaluators during this transition process.

About CurbWaste

CurbWaste is pioneering the waste management sector with the first-ever end-to-end platform tailored explicitly for independent haulers. With roots grounded in industry experience, CurbWaste aims to empower family-owned operations by infusing modern technology into a sector that forms the backbone of waste management in the United States. Their mission is to elevate operational efficiency while providing exceptional service to customers, making them a vital player in the waste management landscape.

For further information on their initiatives, visit CurbWaste's website.

About the Recycling Certification Institute

The RCI is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to certifying construction and demolition recycling facilities through rigorous, third-party verification processes. This initiative fosters improved transparency and reliability in recovery rate reporting, ultimately aiming to enhance sustainability within the industry.