State agencies can make a difference when it comes to reaching our recycling goals. That’s where the All StAR (All State Agencies Recycle) program comes in.

The program requires every state agency to designate a recycling coordinator to manage their sites, promote recycling, and submit annual reports on waste and recycling activity.

The program, established in 1988, has grown over time as recycling requirements have expanded. In 2009, state law required agencies to establish systems for recycling aluminum, glass, paper, and plastic, including collection bins in state-owned and operated offices where practical.

Today, state agencies continue to track progress, and in 2023 achieved a recycling rate of 24% across all facilities, with a goal of reaching 40%. The program reflects an ongoing effort to lead by example and steadily improve recycling performance in government operations.

Reporting Documents (Due March 14 of each year)

• Reporting Form
• Commonly Used Definitions
• All StAR MRA Definitions – A complete guide to help you determine if a certain material is considered an MRA or non-MRA material
• Volume to Weight Conversion Table

All StAR Newsletters

• Summer 2024
• Summer 2023

General Info

• Agency Coordinators
• Maryland Green Purchasing Information
  • Maryland Green Purchasing (DGS webpage)
  • Buy Green Newsletters
  • Annual Reports
  • Resources for Procurement Officers
• State Contract for Recycling & Waste Services
• Printer Cartridge Recycling
  • DoorStepInk
  • FedGov Toner Recycling Center
• College & University Recycling Coalition (CURC)
  • Facilitating the exchange of technical knowledge and best practices on recycling and waste reduction among institutions of higher education.
• Maryland Recycling Market Directory
• Double-Sided Copying Sign
• Audit & Implementation Checklists
• DGS Lease Language Update
• Other Resources
  • Improving Workplace Recycling through Convenience, Configuration and Communication
  • Office Recycling 101: Shrink the Trash Receptacle
  • Setting Up Workplace Recycling

Please email us with questions.​