P&G-Sponsored Beauty Recycling Centers Debut In 25 Walmart Stores
Executive Summary
Selected US Walmart stores will help keep “traditionally non-recyclable beauty waste” out of landfills by offering drop-off points for used product packaging. The pilot program is being sponsored by Procter & Gamble Co. in partnership with TerraCycle.
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