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REMADE Institute Requests Stakeholder Input for New York State Waste Tire Program

On June 2, 2025, the REMADE Institute announced a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at collecting insights to shape the New York State Waste Tire Program. This initiative seeks to innovate the management of waste tires across the state, promoting sustainable practices that benefit the environment and the economy.

Background and Objectives

The REMADE Institute, which is part of the Sustainable Manufacturing Innovation Alliance Corp., has been designated to administer the NYS Waste Tire Program by the New York State Department of Economic Development. The primary goal of the Program is to identify and fund projects that demonstrate innovative technologies capable of enhancing the utilization of end-of-life tires (ELT) generated throughout New York.

Submissions will explore various prospective technologies, including those that facilitate new uses for whole or shredded tires, applications for crumb rubber, and enhanced methods for tire retreading. Additional areas of innovation might include integrating materials recovered from ELT into the manufacturing processes for new tires.

Stakeholder Engagement

The RFI is aimed at gathering information and insights from diverse stakeholders, including industry representatives, academic institutions, non-profit organizations, municipalities, and certified businesses owned by women, minorities, and service-disabled veterans. REMADE is encouraging all concerned parties to contribute, ensuring a comprehensive approach to developing technologies and practices beneficial for tire recycling.

Financial Implications

While this RFI serves informational purposes only and is not a solicitation for funding, the anticipated subsequent Requests for Proposals in Fall 2025 are expected to incorporate feedback received during this RFI phase. Future funding opportunities under this program are projected to amount to around $8 million.

Areas of Interest

REMADE aims to gather valuable data on several topics through this RFI, such as:

• - The current landscape of tire recycling and retreading in New York State.
• - Opportunities for enhancing the collection and logistics associated with ELT.
• - Technology and emerging markets for products reclaimed from end-of-life tires.

Individuals and organizations interested in participating can access detailed information and respond to the RFI via the REMADE Institute’s official channel. Responses must be submitted by July 15, 2025.

About REMADE Institute

REMADE works in partnership with multiple sectors, including academia, industry, trade organizations, national laboratories, and government agencies. To date, the institute has invested nearly $100 million in research and development focused on advanced manufacturing and material recovery. These efforts aim to boost the supply of critical materials, enhance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, solidify domestic supply chain resilience, and propel economic growth while expanding the American workforce.

For more detailed information about participation and the RFI process, interested parties can visit REMADE’s official website.

Given the importance of environmental sustainability and the growing concern over waste management solutions, the NYS Waste Tire Program represents a pivotal step forward. By engaging broad community participation, REMADE hopes to foster innovation that will turn challenges into opportunities for the future.