EOLAP Programs

Sponsoring a GARA End-of-Life Aerosol Progam (EOLAP) is more than a commitment to sustainability—it’s a strategic investment in the future of your business. By supporting one of our targeted programs, your company takes a leading role in solving critical industry challenges, showcasing innovative solutions, and creating scalable models that open new market opportunities.

How Sponsorship Benefits Your Business

  1. Industry Leadership:
    Establish your company as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and actionable solutions within the aerosol recycling ecosystem.

  2. Scalable Growth Opportunities:
    Develop and validate new waste stream solutions, creating scalable use cases for your technology or expertise that drive business expansion.

  3. Real-World Applications:
    Showcase your technology or system in action through one of our targeted programs, providing measurable results and powerful case studies.

  4. Exclusive Access to Industry Networks:
    Collaborate with manufacturers, policymakers, and recyclers through GARA’s extensive network to explore new partnerships and markets.

  5. Sustainability and CSR Alignment:
    Position your company as a key player in global sustainability efforts, enhancing your brand’s reputation and aligning with customer values.

What Does a Sponsorship Involve?

  • Named Sponsor:
    Founding Members, who are hand-chosen industry leaders recognized for their innovation and commitment to sustainability, have the first opportunity to be Named Sponsors. While Founding Members will have initial opportunities at a Named sponsorship, other organizational members can take advantage of this opportunity. As Named Sponsors, your company will take center stage as the Lead Named Sponsor of a chosen EOLAP program. The program will support your brand’s solutions and expertise, showcasing your leadership and creating a proven model for the industry to follow. The commitment for this opportunity is $50,000 annually for five years, positioning your business as the cornerstone of innovation in aerosol recycling.

  • GARA Membership at Any Level:
    GARA Membership provides access to exclusive resources, industry networking, and program collaboration opportunities. Members also have the opportunity to participate as a Co-Sponsor of a Lead Named Program, with a commitment of $10,000 annually for five years.


Examples of Partnership Opportunities

The End of Life Aerosol Programs (EOLAP) are dedicated to implementing targeted initiatives that address the unique challenges of aerosol waste across diverse sectors. Below are the cornerstone programs of EOLAP, each designed to tackle specific areas of aerosol lifecycle management:

Aerosol SmartSort: Consumer Curbside Solutions
Objective: Empower consumers to segregate aerosols from standard blue box waste for safer recycling. Key Features:
* Launch a public awareness campaign on the importance of aerosol segregation.
* Partner with municipalities to develop dedicated curbside collection programs.
* Offer labeled containers specifically for aerosol disposal, reducing contamination in recycling streams.

AeroDirect: Manufacturer Waste Optimization
Objective: Collaborate directly with aerosol fillers and manufacturers to meet sustainability protocols while incorporating safe waste management practices. Key Features:
* Develop protocols and alliances to direct unused or defective products to specialized recycling facilities.
* Provide guidance on upgrading or replacing in-house recycling technologies for safer and more environmentally sound practices that meet industry safety and environmental protocols
* Promote partnerships between aerosol fillers and Haz waste recycling companies to close the loop on aerosol waste created during the manufacturing process.
* Coming soon: RePaint project.

BeautyCycle: Sustainable Solutions for Cosmetics
Objective: Address aerosol waste from used consumer cosmetics and professional users such as salons. Key Features:
* Partner with cosmetic brands to create recycling take-back programs for aerosols.
* Work with retail and corporate users to implement public disposal programs for aerosols such as hair sprays, dry shampoos, deodorants, shaving gels, and body sprays.
* Educate consumers and businesses about proper disposal methods and sustainability practices.

NonShield: N20 canisters / Medical inhalers/ Foams
Objective: Focus on recycling the most underserved non-recycled aerosol types such as nitrous oxide canisters, medical inhalers, and expandable foam products. Key Features:
* Collaborate with healthcare providers and pharmacies to offer safe and reliable recycling methods for inhalers and medical aerosols.
* Partner with recycling industries such as Medclair  Nitrous oxide recycling to implement safe disposal and recycling protocols for the otherwise non-recyclable waste stream NO2.
* Research and create recycling methods to handle the unique challenges of these specialty aerosols.

HazardCycle: Boosting Recycling at Hazardous Waste Facilities
Objective: Enhance recycling capabilities at hazardous waste facilities to better handle aerosols. Key Features:
* Provide facilities with resources to adopt aerosol recycling processes.
* Conduct training workshops on best practices for managing aerosol waste.
* Implement comprehensive safety training and protocols to properly address the biggest deterrent to recycling aerosols.
* Develop and implement technologies to streamline aerosol decommissioning and recycling.

WasteFlow Pro: Commercial and Industrial Solutions
Objective: Address aerosol waste from retail, big-box stores, and industrial operations. Key Features:
* Work with retailers to manage aerosol waste from unsold products or SKU changes.
* Collaborate with industrial operations to recycle aerosols used in manufacturing.
* Create scalable systems for large-volume aerosol waste disposal and recycling.

These programs represent EOLAP’s commitment to addressing aerosol waste comprehensively, from consumers to industries. Together, they aim to establish a robust framework for sustainable aerosol lifecycle management globally.

Expected Outcomes for Sponsors

  1. Business Expansion:
    Develop proven, scalable models that allow your company to access new markets and grow revenue streams.

  2. Innovation Recognition:
    Gain visibility as an industry leader driving sustainable solutions for aerosol recycling.

  3. Tangible Results:
    Showcase your company’s role in solving real-world problems through data-backed results and successful pilot programs.

  4. Increased Market Influence:
    Strengthen your position as a trusted partner within the aerosol and recycling industries.

Join Us in Transforming the Aerosol Recycling Industry

By partnering with GARA, you’re not just supporting a program—you’re investing in a future where sustainability and business growth go hand in hand. Let’s work together to create scalable solutions, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact.

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