Akron

Akron is home to Alterra Energy, the first and oldest plastic burning plant in Ohio, established in 2012. 

Located at 1200 E Waterloo Rd., Alterra may impact the East Akron, Firestone Park, Ellet, Goodyear Heights, and Middlebury neighborhoods.

Join the fight to ensure Akron residents have the right to clean air and water!

Email popakron@benohio.org to get involved.

Alterra does not create recycled plastic but IS dangerous to public health!

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Supplemental Resources

Read national reports featuring Alterra Energy that shows this facility is toxic and harmful.

Chemical Recycling: A Dangerous Deception by Beyond Plastics

Recycling Lies by the Natural Resources Defense Council

Permit No. P0122408

Expired 10/22/2022

Renewal application received 10/15/2022

New application still not issued as of 4/25/2024