Accomplishments & Goals

In 2010 CTRA members accomplished amazing recycling statistics. Just over 6,600 tons of materials were recycled through CTRA. This had the following effects on the environment:

Total Saving in Landfill Fees: $198,240.00
Total Saving in Cubic Yards of Landfill Space: 19,842
Total Savings in Trees: 112,358
Total Savings in KWHrs: 27,096,430
Total Savings in Gallons of Water: 46,262,200
Total Savings in Lbs of Air Pollution: 396,534

CTRA's primary goal remains unchanged. By providing cooperative marketing, technical assistance and recycling education, CTRA will strive to establish and protect the viability of recycling as a solid waste management option for its members. In addition, the Board of Directors has also established the following goals:

• Continue to increase CTRA membership and member recycling volumes;
• Increase awareness of CTRA throughout Texas and it’s bordering states;
• Identify and secure new sponsors for the organization; and
• Seek out new partnerships that will expand recycling opportunities for CTRA members and the citizens of Texas and beyond.