Overview
Aquafil Carpet Recycling is an operational recycling plant in Woodland, California, specializing in carpet recycling. It processes post-consumer carpet into nylon 6 for new products, supporting circular economy goals.
Aquafil Carpet Recycling is a recycling plant located at 550 N Pioneer Ave Ste 400 in Woodland, California, within Yolo County. The facility is operational and focuses on the recycling of post-consumer carpet, converting it into nylon 6 polymer for use in new carpet and other products. As part of the Aquafil Group, it plays a key role in the company's circular economy model, which aims to reduce waste and promote sustainable material use. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California state environmental regulations, including RCRA Subtitle D for solid waste management and the Clean Air Act for emissions. Its NAICS codes (423930 and 562920) classify it as a recyclable material wholesaler and materials recovery facility, respectively. The plant's technology involves mechanical and chemical recycling processes to separate and purify nylon from carpet fibers. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing landfill waste and conserving resources by diverting carpet from disposal. It supports California's waste diversion goals and the broader circular economy by providing a closed-loop system for nylon. The facility's location in an industrial area of Woodland minimizes community proximity issues, and its operations are designed to manage potential emissions and leachate responsibly.
Environmental context
The facility operates in California, a state with stringent environmental regulations for solid waste management, including landfill diversion targets and greenhouse gas reduction goals. Carpet recycling reduces methane emissions from landfills and conserves virgin resources. The plant's processes manage potential air emissions through filtration and leachate through proper containment, aligning with local air quality and water protection standards.
Frequently asked questions
Aquafil Carpet Recycling is located at 550 N Pioneer Ave Ste 400, Woodland, California 95776, United States.
Aquafil Carpet Recycling processes post-consumer carpet to recover nylon 6, which is then used to manufacture new carpet and other products, supporting a circular economy.
The facility primarily accepts post-consumer carpet, particularly those containing nylon 6 fibers, for recycling into new materials.
Carpet recycling in California is regulated under the California Integrated Waste Management Act, the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for solid waste, and the Clean Air Act for emissions. The state also has specific carpet stewardship programs.
Carpet recycling reduces landfill waste, lowers methane emissions from decomposing carpets, conserves virgin resources, and decreases energy consumption compared to producing new nylon.
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