Anthony Tusino , Director, Public Policy & Government Affairs
He/Him/HisAnthony Tusino is the Director of Public Policy & Government Affairs for The Recycling Partnership, a purpose-driven organization committed to building a better recycling system.
Anthony has extensive experience in politics and advocacy with a focus on environmental issues and plastic waste. He spent six years with World Wildlife Fund, where he focused on building pathways to mitigate plastic pollution, incentivize the use of recycled materials, and ensure protections for local communities and environments. Anthony helped launch the U.S. Plastics Pact, convening over 100 organizations to combat plastic waste and build positions on plastic waste policy. He also led OneSource Coalition, a collection of corporate, non-profit, and expert partners who advocate for policies to implement a circular economy and WWF’s annual Plastic Policy Summit.
At The Recycling Partnership, Anthony is responsible for the organization’s federal advocacy strategy and coalition-building efforts. He engages with corporate partners, government agencies, businesses, academia, and civil society organizations to establish, build, and strengthen circular economy strategies and actions. Anthony is an expert in Congressional relations with a focus on bipartisan action to build a better recycling system.
Why I Care About Recycling and a Circular Economy
“I care about recycling and a circular economy because creating an equitable, sustainable economy delivers positive results for local communities and environments. As a lifelong nature lover, conserving and protecting our natural spaces and iconic species is important to me, and as I’ve grown up, I’ve also learned of its importance to human health. It’s my mission to show that good policies can protect our planet for generations to come.”
Personal Passions and Interests
Anthony’s love for politics and advocacy extends into his personal life, where he spends his free time learning about history and American politics. He also enjoys playing, watching, and sometimes debating tennis. If Anthony is not curled up with a book, he’s curled up with a dog.
Highlights
- B.A., Political Science, The George Washington University
- M.P.S., Political Management, The George Washington University
- G.C., PACs and Political Management, The George Washington University
- Author, Circular Economy Policy Guidance, World Wildlife Fund
- Plastics Recycling World Expo North America 2024 Speaker: New directions: How will proposed and implemented legislation affect plastics recycling in North America
Contact
Contact Anthony at atusino@recyclingpartnership.org to work together with The Recycling Partnership on its national policy priorities, including EPR, infrastructure, and an equitable circular economy.