Partner Overview
The Alberta Beverage Container Recycling Corporation (ABCRC) is the designated agent for the collection and recycling of non-refillable beverage containers in Alberta, appointed by the Beverage Container Management Board (BCMB) under Alberta Environment and Protected Areas.
The Challenge
Before Diversys, ABCRC’s systems were: Highly customized, rigid, and expensive to maintain Lacking real-time material traceability across depots, haulers, and processors Burdened by manual data workflows and limited analytics capabilities Difficult to scale or integrate with future EPR streams or national programs
The Diversys Solutions
Selection Criteria
ABCRC selected Diversys as a track and trace partner based on:
End-to-end traceability: Ability todigitally track containermovement across Alberta’sdecentralized depot system. Regulatory compliance fit: Seamless integration with BCMB standards and reporting requirements. Future-ready architecture: Scalable SaaS platform.
Diversys Provided
A future-proof, cloud-based SaaS platform tailored to Alberta’s regulatory model. Real-time tracking and material verification from depot to processor. Automated workflow enforcement and quality control checks. Seamless API connectivity with legacy and operational systems. A scalable model designed for multi-stream expansion and performance reporting.
Why it Worked
Trust-Based Decision: ABCRC bypassed pilot testing, signing a 5-year contract after initial meetings. Proven Success: Diversys’ track record with CalRecycle and Encorp demonstrated immediate fit. Tailored to Alberta: The system supports regional depot models, BCMB compliance, and stakeholder data needs. Aligned with Strategy: Supports ABCRC’s mission of maximizing return rates and operational excellence.
Key Results
- 2.3B+ non-refillables managed through Diversys
- Early projections estimate >$3.8M/year in improved operational efficiency
“Working with Diversys gives us the tools to meet our recycling goals while positioning us to grow. Their system is flexible, accurate, and built for the future.”
-Guy West, President & CEO, ABCRC
Users Supported
- 170+ beverage depots
- Onboarding 1,200 users across the ABCRC system.
Regulatory Impact
- +130M Increase in the number of containers recovered through improved traceability.
System Confidence
- 83% – 88% Progress toward Alberta’s 90% return rate goal.
Operational Efficiency
- 75% reduction in material loss, fraud and data gaps.
