Closing the Loop: Why Can Recycling Matters in the U.S. featuring Ball Corporation and CMI

Aluminum cans are among the most recycled products globally, yet significant volumes are still lost every year in the U.S. Closing this gap represents a major opportunity to reduce emissions, preserve valuable material, and strengthen circularity.

In this special edition of the Aluminum Expert Series, Constellium joins forces with Ball Corporation and the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) to explore the challenges and opportunities of can recycling. By combining perspectives from across the value chain, this discussion highlights the importance of used beverage cans as a critical resource and outlines practical solutions—from policy and infrastructure to consumer engagement.

Through collaboration and shared advocacy, we aim to amplify these important messages, reach broader audiences, and contribute to informed decision-making that helps move the industry toward a more circular future.

John Campbell is the Vice President of Government Relations for Ball Corporation.

John joined Ball in 1998.  Prior to being appointed to his current position in 2014, he served as Director and Vice President of Legislative Affairs for Ball Aerospace and Technologies Corp.  Before joining Ball Aerospace, John was the Manager of Congressional Information Services for Federal Sources, Inc. (FSI), an information technology consulting firm. He began his career as a legislative aide to New York Congressman Amory Houghton, Jr. holding positions in both the district and Washington, D.C. offices.  

Scott Breen is President of the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI), which represents U.S. metal can manufacturers and their suppliers. 

Since becoming President in 2025, Scott leads CMI’s strategy and is the chief spokesperson for the industry with a variety of stakeholders including policymakers and the media. Alongside this role, Scott has served on The Recycling Partnership's Board of Directors since 2022 and been its Chair since 2024. Previously, Scott served as Associate Manager of the Sustainability and Circular Economy Program at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Attorney-Adviser at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 

 Anthony Musto is Senior Manager of Strategy for Constellium’s Packaging and Automotive Rolled Products business unit.

Anthony joined Constellium in 2025. Prior to his current role, he worked at Kaiser Aluminum in economic analysis and market strategy, where he supported commercial and strategic decision-making through quantitative analysis and market insights. He also has experience as an economist with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and in venture capital with 8 Dimension Ventures, a firm focused on health and sustainability investments.