Via FoamFacts – “Foam #6, commonly referred to as Styrofoam—a trademark of Dow Chemical Company, is also known as expanded polystyrene or EPS…Foam # 6 is a thermoplastic, which means that it can be completely recycled. From a technical standpoint, converting foam into recycled pellets is very easy. And by using widely available compactors specifically designed for foam (densifiers), it is economically feasible to load 40,000 pounds of foam on a 48’ trailer to transport the material to a recycling facility. Because technological advancements with densifiers make foam recycling more viable, some cities have started adding foam to their curbside and drop-off collection programs…”

• Foam Recycling Programs (Drop-offs and Municipal Programs) throughout the country