Youngkin Signs Executive Order Recognizing the Value of Recycling and Waste Reduction

Governor Glenn Youngkin signs an executive order which promotes recycling and encourages the creation and relocation of clean technology companies that are involved in recycling-related issues to the Commonwealth. The order calls on food manufacturers, grocery retailers, sports arenas, schools, hotels and banquet facilities to identify appropriate strategies to reduce food waste. It also directs State Parks to examine ways to create more recycling opportunities.