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Change Cycle

Christine Yeager

The amount of waste in the world will not go down if consumers and society refuse to make sustainability a key priority. In today’s highly globalized and commercialized world, recycling cannot continue to fail us. The amount of waste that could be recycled, and therefore the carbon emissions that could be avoided, are too large to ignore. We know circularity is not the only solution to climate change and waste, but it is one that can be easily addressed with existing technology and would have a significant impact. If you want to drive sustainable change in your own way without sacrificing profits and long-term strategies, this is the podcast for you.

Welcome to Change Cycle, the show exploring different ways to optimize the shift to the circular economy by embracing that change is cyclical. Tune in to engaging, informative, and thought-provoking conversations focusing on what it takes to drive positive environmental and social impact through revolutionary business actions.

Each episode, discover ways to make the seemingly overwhelming task of driving people and business to take sustainable, regenerative or circular business actions. This information will be useful to every chief sustainability officer who pushes for major changes within their companies, businesses looking to transform their product development and packaging processes, or enterprises facing huge challenges due to implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation (EPR). Whether you need to optimize your innovation cycle, boost your recycling efforts, or influence your company's CFO to invest in circularity, this podcast offers every tool, resource, and piece of knowledge you need.

With the guidance of leading sustainable experts and thought leaders, discover how to create the right sustainability roadmap that aligns with your business’ growth agenda. Learn how to adjust and refine your goals and priorities to achieve your target revenue while maintaining an environmental approach in your operations. Find out how to remain compliant with EPR through up-to-date innovations anchored in delivering circularity and business results.

This podcast tackles the constant nature of change in the market and the world as a whole, and the right way to handle it. By understanding the best way to experience and absorb all kinds of changes happening today, you can influence and create actual change not just within your business but also in every circle in your life. Gather the necessary wisdom and courage to bridge the gap between the economy and sustainability, making a highly regenerative future a much more attainable dream.

Host Christine Yeager is an impact consultant whose passion and energy lie in inspiring others to build a much better world. With 15 years in the CPG industry, her expertise across business operations to drive an economy powered by circularity and social equity is unmatched.

Since 2023, Christine has been making huge waves of change through CSY Impact Consulting, where she guides businesses, entrepreneurs, and corporations in building a clear sustainable strategy using relevant consumer and industry insights. With her help, these for-profit ventures become armed with the necessary knowledge and resources to leave people, processes, and the environment better than they found them.

Christine brings to the podcast her many years of experience shaping sustainability strategies and operational plans. She is the best person to lead these conversations that uncover the best actions, methods, and planning to amplify sustainable innovation in the current marketplace. From sharing compelling stories, exploring the latest trends, to breaking down efficient recycling methods, Christine has it all for you.

Sustainability is crucial for success in today's market. Join Christine as she guides you to improve recycling, track your packaging supply chain, and integrate regenerative practices into your business.

Listen to Change Cycle at http://CSYimpact.com.



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  • S2 · E5
    February 24 · 23 min

    Durability: Can Extended Producer Responsibility Withstand Legal, Political, And Market Pressure?

    What happens when circular economy policy meets real-world resistance? In this episode of Change Cycle, Christine Yeager puts extended producer responsibility (EPR) systems through a stress test—examining how they hold up under lawsuits, market volatility, political shifts, and public scrutiny. From California’s refined packaging regulations to Oregon’s ongoing legal challenge, and new EPR bills emerging in Illinois, New York, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin, she unpacks the fast-moving U.S. policy landscape. But durability isn’t just about surviving headlines. Drawing lessons from Germany, France, Belgium, and British Columbia, Christine explores what makes EPR systems financially stable, legally defensible, operationally sound, and adaptable over time. She argues that lasting circular economy progress depends not only on strong funding mechanisms and governance—but on leaders who can navigate controversy and stay committed when the pressure rises. As U.S. EPR policy matures, the real question isn’t whether it will face resistance. It’s whether it’s built to endure it. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.csyimpact.com/podcast

  • S2 · E4
    February 17 · 38 min

    Navigating The Challenges Of Textile Circularity With Marisa Adler

    Textiles compose a huge chunk of global waste, and they usually end up in the dumpster and are never recycled. Christine Yeager discusses what it takes to improve textile circularity with Marisa Adler, Senior Consultant at Resource Recycling Systems (RRS). She explains how to navigate the ever-increasing challenges and limitations of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and create more recovery pathways for textile reuse, recycling, and repurposing. Marisa also highlights the complex pathways of textiles in secondhand and international trade, as well as the rising tensions between financial responsibilities and environmental goals. Find out how the government, the corporate world, and even your very own home can join forces in vastly improving textile circularity.

  • S2 · E3
    February 10 · 34 min

    Why Education Alone Can’t Fix US Recycling: The Systemic Barriers You Need To Know

    Why is recycling still broken in the U.S.—even when consumers are trying to do the right thing? The problem isn’t a lack of education or effort. It’s a fragmented system built on inconsistent state laws, conflicting definitions of “recyclable,” and outdated standards that confuse consumers and brands alike. In this deep dive, Christine Yeager explains why blaming consumers misses the mark, how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws in states like California, Oregon, and Colorado are reshaping recycling rules, and why education can only work when the system itself is aligned. From the FTC Green Guides and APR testing standards to the reality of plastics, textiles, and flexible packaging, this conversation reveals what’s really standing in the way of higher recycling rates—and what needs to change to rebuild trust in the system. If you’ve ever wondered why recycling feels so confusing, this episode breaks down the structural issues behind the headlines—and why fixing the system matters more than lecturing consumers. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.csyimpact.com/podcast

  • S2 · E2
    February 3 · 1 hr 4 min

    Wine Marketing: Sustainability, Consumer Engagement & Modern Wine Trends With Rhonda Motil

    What does it take to make wine both sustainable and appealing to today’s consumers? Christine sits down with Rhonda Motil, VP of Marketing at J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, to explore sustainable wine marketing, modern consumer engagement, and experience innovation in the wine industry. Rhonda shares strategies for promoting certified sustainable wines, adapting to changing demographics, and boosting sales through virtual wine tastings and creative campaigns like “Search for the Seal.” She discusses the advantages of working at a family-owned winery, leveraging tradition while embracing innovation, and connecting with younger audiences through approachable, fun wine experiences. From wine industry trends to sustainability certification, this conversation provides actionable insights for wine brands looking to educate consumers, drive engagement, and thrive in a competitive, evolving market. Resources: CA Grown Article: J. Lohr Wines – A Legacy of Sustainability TriplePundit Article: CA Winery J. Lohr Uncorks Sustainability Wine on tap – the 2022 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon is now available on tap/in keg. Below is a link to a couple of photos of the 750ml bottle showing the CSWA logo on the back label as well as the press release announcing the CSWA designation: https://brandfolder.com/s/4jst399m3gmgk9w2mfwf98p Press Release including information of the wine now available in keg: https://www.jlohr.com/latest-news/seven-oaks-certified-california-sustainable Sustainability Infographic: The J. Lohr Sustainability from Vineyard to Bottle and Beyond infographic is our visual representation of both why and how sustainability is a core value at J. Lohr, weaving in the importance of the three pillars of sustainability and the California wine industry’s impact thus far. https://assets.jlohr.com/v3/media/general_images/JLohr_Sustainability-Infographic__Mar-2024-large.jpg Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.csyimpact.com/podcast

  • S2 · E1
    January 27 · 30 min

    EPR Is Operationalizing: What Does It Mean

    If you get a little uneasy when you hear the phrase “EPR is operationalizing,” you are not alone. For years, Extended Producer Responsibility has been theoretical, directional, and stuck in legislation. But now, it is finally moving into day-to-day business operations. Launching the second season of the Change Cycle Podcast, Christine Yeager breaks down what operational EPR means for your business and how to deal with it with clarity and strategy. Learn how to proactively manage your data, be comfortable with the discomfort of change, and turn compliance into a strategic advantage. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.csyimpact.com/podcast

  • S1 · E27
    Dec 16, 2025 · 30 min

    2025 EPR Recap + Why 2026 Is The Year Responsible End Markets Scale US Recycling

    In 2025, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the United States moved decisively from theory to operational reality, laying the groundwork for scaled investment in responsible end markets. Today, Christine Yeager tackles how this shift played out across key states, with Oregon launching the nation’s first modern packaging EPR system, approving fee schedules, and advancing infrastructure projects like the Ashland Modernization Project despite legal challenges, while Colorado finalized its program plan and published fees ahead of major recycling infrastructure expansion in 2026. As California prepares to issue its first EPR invoices—creating significant financial implications for producers—and Circular Action Alliance consolidates reporting deadlines, Christine explains why 2026 will be the year outcomes materialize: service providers seek reimbursements, producers redesign packaging to reduce fees, collection systems mature, and responsible end markets begin to scale across the U.S. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.csyimpact.com/podcast We can use this ad to promote CSY Impact when someone discussed a particular challenge related to EPR - especially in Geoff Inch & Rachel Zerowin's episodes.

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