Northeast Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs)

Commodity Values Report

NERC’s Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) Commodity Values Survey Report for the period January - March 2025 showed a slight jump in the average commodity prices for Q1 2025. The average value of all commodities increased by 9% without residuals to $102.34 and 8% with residuals to $89.62, as compared to last quarter. Single stream increased by 12% without residuals and 11% with residuals, while dual stream / source separated increased by 10% without residuals and 9% with residuals compared to last quarter.

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These survey results reflect the differing laws and collection options in the participating states. Five of the states have beverage container deposit laws. As a result, fewer glass bottles, PET bottles and aluminum cans are processed in MRFs in those states. Those MRFs are also likely to have less revenue from those recyclables. In addition, the report reflects a mix of single stream, dual stream and source separation to collect recyclables with single stream being the most common approach. The type of collection used will have an impact on MRF design and operation. Thus, the data from this report reflects the unique blend of facilities and statewide laws in the reporting states.