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The Association of Plastic Recyclers is an international non-profit and the only North American
organization focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics. Their mission is to improve all
aspects of the plastic recycling process to create a sustainable business for recyclers that minimizes
plastic waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and natural resource extraction.

APR Recycling Demand Champions Program, supported by the Recycling Partnership, recognizes
companies that commit to long-term use of North American post-consumer recycled plastic (PCR).
Using recycled plastics, especially Post-Consumer is a critical “pull” factor for a healthy recycling
system.
Companies with Recycling Demand Champion distinction are not only helping keep plastic out of
landfills and the environment—they’re strengthening North American demand, encouraging investment
in high-quality, certified PCR, and supporting the shift toward a more circular economy. Demand
Champions are required to have an active commitment to PCR use.

Growscape is the first in the horticultural industry to receive this distinction. We’re grateful to every
Growscape team member for making this achievement possible and helping us lead the way toward
a more sustainable future.
In staying rooted toward our goals, we are proud to incorporate both Post-Consumer and Post-
Industrial recycled plastics. Growscape ensures sustainability in everything we do, from strategic
partnerships to confidence in our commitments, and progress in sustainable innovation.

ABOUT GROWSCAPE
Growscape unites The HC Companies and Classic Home & Garden, merging decades of expertise in
horticultural manufacturing and decorative gardening innovation. With a comprehensive portfolio that
spans growing containers, decorative planters, garden décor, and protective packaging, Growscape
serves greenhouse, nursery, retail, commercial, and consumer markets across North America.

Dually headquartered in Twinsburg, Ohio and Shelton, Connecticut, with manufacturing and distribution
facilities throughout the U.S. and Canada, Growscape is driven by a shared mission to deliver
innovation, excellence, and customer-focused solutions at every step, guided by a strong sense of
environmental stewardship. At the heart of everything Growscape does is a deep-rooted commitment
to sustainability through thoughtful product design, development and eco-efficient operations.

At Growscape, sustainability isn't just a goal —it's a guiding principle, and we are proud to lead
the horticultural industry forward with practical innovation, eco-efficient manufacturing, and a deep
respect for our planet.

We understand that for our partners to thrive, the planet must thrive, too. That's why we're committed
to delivering products and solutions that help growers, retailers, and homeowners succeed —without
compromising the environment we all depend on.

Every day, we are dedicated to our shared future that sustains our planet and communities. We
continue to shape a more sustainable horticultural supply chain by prioritizing:

• Zero virgin petroleum-based plastic content in all products, which are fully recyclable or
degradable.
• 50% reduction in our operational carbon and water footprints.
• Circular economy practices that reduce waste and increase recyclability.
These aren’t aspirations – they are active goals backed by decades of action, innovation, and
accountability.

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