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All the latest ideas and news from Upstream’s thought leaders and partners.
Putting reuse into practice
Upstream’s vision for reaching the “tipping point” where reuse services become a widespread, cross-sectional, intraoperative industry and an everyday utility.
Upstream Launches Bold Initiative to Eliminate Single-use Waste with Grant from the National Park Foundation
The plan will make the South Rim at Grand Canyon National Park the first to eliminate nearly all single-use foodware.
Upstream’s Strategic Vision for Change
How Upstream is working to take reuse to the next level.
A reuse policy roundup for 2023
2023 was a banner year for reuse policy. Join us in celebrating the highlights!
A Year of Transition at Upstream: Thanks to those who helped us wrap up our second decade!
Join us in celebrating this memorable year with our short end-of-year sizzle reel of 2023 highlights. We couldn’t have done it without our community of supporters.
"Lessons" from Starbucks Reusable Cups Pilot
We don’t need consumer behavior change, we need systems change, initiated by leading brands.
The Indisposable Women of Upstream
Happy International Women’s Day! Here at Upstream, we are inspired daily by the many visionary, innovative, and dauntless women who power the reuse movement.
Principles for Reuse in EPR & DRS
State legislation such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Deposit Return Systems (DRS) must focus on transitioning to a circular economy that prioritizes reuse.