Accomplishments & Goals

In 2009 CTRA members accomplished amazing recycling statistics. Just over 7,250 tons of materials were recycled through CTRA. This had the following effects on the environment:

Total Saving in Landfill Fees: $217,317.20
Total Saving in Cubic Yards of Landfill Space: 21,741
Total Savings in Trees: 123,369
Total Savings in KWHrs: 29,750,654
Total Savings in Gallons of Water: 50,793,786
Total Savings in Lbs of Air Pollution: 435,396

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.