Through its representation to the government and its numerous industry and public education initiatives, ISRI strives to maintain an ethical, safe, professional and environmentally responsible climate in the scrap recycling industry.

RAM promotes resource conservation through waste prevention, reuse, recycling, composting and purchasing practices. It applies the most cost-effective and environmentally sound methods available in Minnesota. RAM has more than 200 members from the public, private and nonprofit sectors. RAM is the Minnesota affiliate of the National Recycling Coalition and the state organizer for America Recycles Day.