To establish, promote, and maintain high professional and industry standards

To train and qualify people in the public and private sectors

To provide a mechanism for continued and industry advancement

To provide training paths supporting specialized career paths

To ensure accessible and affordable training opportunities

To assist in meeting and exceeding the States’ Waste Reduction Goals

In the Carolina Recycling Association’s continuing commitment to bring members and friends innovative, interesting, and relevant training opportunities, the Carolina Recycling University (CRU) has been created to meet the training needs of the Carolinas.

The CRU provides comprehensive, professional, in depth, training opportunities for professionals in the recycling, solid waste industry, and beyond.

The CRA offers attendees recognition for attending CRU courses.  Following the Professional Recycler’s Qualification Training (PRQT), professionals will have numerous opportunities to attend intermediate and advanced skill level courses in order to improve their skills and knowledge while also receiving the continuing education credits(CEUs)