The September Gypsum Committee meeting focused on challenges and best practices for recycling gypsum drywall, with emphasis on preventing asbestos contamination. The panel discussion featured Glenn Russell and Kim Stubbs from WorkSafe BC, who detailed the stringent regulatory framework in British Columbia for handling asbestos-containing materials, including licensing, certification, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure worker safety and prevent asbestos exposure.. Panelist Nelson Russom from Turner Construction discussed the company’s procedures for managing asbestos risk during renovation and demolition projects, highlighting the need for thorough environmental assessments and separate scopes of work for contaminated materials. The panelists also underscored the need for robust enforcement and trust in the system to scale gypsum recycling while maintaining safety. The committee provided updates on their work, including the LCA third-party certification process and upcoming topics. The meeting ended with announcements for the November Gypsum Committee meeting and battery sticker contest.