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Practical Solutions to Advance a Circular Economy
The National Stewardship Action Council (NSAC) partners with government, business, and nonprofit leaders to design and implement practical circular solutions that prevent waste, promote reuse, and reduce system costs and burden.
We bring deep policy and technical expertise to help partners turn ideas into action from designing producer responsibility frameworks to improving local collection, reuse, and recycling programs. Our team delivers data-driven analysis, interest-holder facilitation, and program management that help clients unlock the public-health, economic, and environmental benefits of circularity while achieving real-world results.
Partner with NSAC to move from managing waste to building systems that work — for people, the planet, and fair markets.
Mission-aligned Projects & Partnerships
Across the country, NSAC delivers mission-aligned contract services that turn circular economy goals into measurable results.
We work with government agencies, industry associations, and nonprofit organizations that share our commitment to protecting public health, reducing system costs, and advancing policies and programs that build a cleaner, fairer future. Each project below demonstrates how NSAC helps partners move from concept to implementation, designing systems that prevent waste, promote reuse, and create lasting impact.
Types of Consulting & Contract Services We Offer
NSAC provides tailored support to help partners achieve measurable results through circular systems, producer responsibility, and waste reduction initiatives.
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Policy and program design
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Interest-holder facilitation and engagement
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Grant-funded project management
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Legislative and regulatory analysis
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Gap and opportunity analysis
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Research and reporting
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Communications and outreach
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Partnership development
Selected Projects & Outcomes: How We Deliver Circular Solutions
Solar Energy Industries Association — National Dialogue
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) contracted NSAC to convene partners addressing photovoltaic (PV) panel end-of-life management. NSAC organized three national meetings bringing together manufacturers, recyclers, regulators, and environmental organizations to identify challenges and develop coordinated solutions. The final report recommended actions to expand recycling infrastructure, reduce disposal, and move toward a harmonized national framework for PV panel management.
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Bring stakeholders together to have honest discussions regarding PV EOL management to identify key issues for all stakeholder groups, and;
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Identify the considerations for a system that will work nationally to greatly expand PV panel recycling.
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Strategically establish and enhance relationships and lines of communication between recycling, waste management, logistics and relevant leaders and staff at municipalities, counties, waste management industry, and the logistics industry.
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Compiled list of 6 recommendations
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Based on our political sense and knowledge of the issues, and informed by the stakeholders and our political, legislative, and regulatory experience at the national, state, and local levels, we recommend proceeding with the short, medium, and long-term efforts to increase the recycling of solar panels nationally. The intent would be to develop and execute a nationally harmonized PV recycling program that clearly identifies solutions for both residential and commercial PV installations.
Los Angeles County, California - Household Hazardous Waste Management Assessment
In partnership with Tetra Tech and Los Angeles County Public Works, NSAC assessed and recommended improvements to the County’s household hazardous and electronic waste programs. Deliverables included short- and long-term strategies emphasizing source reduction, expansion of existing stewardship programs, and development of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework to create a more circular management system for hazardous products.
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Washtenaw County, Michigan — Refillable Propane Cylinder Program
NSAC collaborated with Washtenaw County and U-Haul to replace single-use propane cylinders with refillable alternatives. The project designed and launched a coupon-based exchange system, coordinated outreach and education, and tracked redemption data to ensure measurable waste reduction and strong community participation.
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CalRecycle — Household Hazardous Waste Grant Projects
Through CalRecycle’s Household Hazardous Waste Grant Program, NSAC implemented projects improving safe collection and public education across multiple jurisdictions, including San Benito and Santa Barbara Counties. NSAC managed planning, operations, and reporting to ensure compliance with state requirements and to advance best practices that strengthen local capacity for waste diversion and pollution prevention.
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Alameda County, California — Illegal Dumping and Litter Prevention Program
Under contract with the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency through the Vision 2026 Fund, NSAC supported the MEDS Coalition and Supervisor Miley’s Regional Illegal Dumping Task Force.
The project provided public education on safe medication and needle disposal, developed policy recommendations, and engaged manufacturers in addressing product litter.
NSAC also promoted the Bye Bye Mattress program, participated in statewide advisory committees, and led multilingual outreach to prevent illegal dumping in disadvantaged communities.
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Work with Us
Interested in partnering with NSAC? Complete the form below to share your project needs, and our team will follow up to explore how we can help.