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Waste Connections previews AI, RNG investments for 2026
Waste Connections continues to work on its renewable natural gas facility plans, with five such facilities already online and the other five expected to be operational by the end of 2026.Baldwin County, Alabama Solid Waste Authority Launches Curbside Recycling Program in Spanish Fort
Spanish Fort’s new curbside recycling program is part of an effort by SWDA to expand recycling access across Baldwin County.
Accomack County Collects Nearly 66 Tons at Farm Tire Recycling Event
The initiative was sponsored by the Eastern Shore Soil and Water Conservation District in partnership with the Accomack County Farm Bureau.Parkersburg Takes First Step Toward Restoring Citywide Recycling Service
The ordinance requires a second reading before final approval.Recycle Utah to Relocate After 35 Years, Plans New Four-Acre Recycling Facility in Summit County
However, with the current lease ending in August, Recycle Utah faces a timing gap before the new facility is completed.Jefferson County Explores New Solid Waste Transfer Station Site
The Highway 104 and 19 property received the highest overall score of 331, while the existing Cape George station ranked lowest at 180.Keep Paris Beautiful Plans Annual Tree Giveaway, Electronics Recycling on Feb 28
The initiative continues KPB’s long running mission to beautify Paris community.Republic Services’ Chris Seney Named 2026 President of U.S. Composting Council
The appointment places Seney at the forefront of efforts to expand organics recycling and strengthen composting infrastructure across the country.WM Subsidiary USA Waste Plans Acquisition of Waste Resources to Expand Southern California Operations
City officials have said the deal is partly driven by the upcoming retirement of Waste Resources’ longtime owner, Kosti Shirvanian.Southern Idaho Solid Waste Plans $36M Infrastructure Upgrade
According to the agency, annual waste throughput has surged from roughly 85,000 tons to nearly 320,000 tons, placing significant strain on aging systems.Agilyx, ExxonMobil and LyondellBasell to split up chemical recycling joint venture
GreenDot at one time had plans to expand into North America as a producer responsibility organization, but no longer offers those services there.The Polystyrene Recycling Alliance and R3vira Announce Collaboration to Expand Polystyrene Recycling in Mexico City
The collaboration supports PSRA’s broader mission to enable a more robust circular economy for polystyrene across North America.Lawrence, Kansas Approves Sale of Hamm Landfill and MRF to Republic Services Subsidiary
Perry-based Hamm Cos., founded in 1954 and part of Summit Materials Group since 2009, has operated the landfill for decades.State Leaders Mark 10 Years of Mattress Recycling Council at California Capitol
California Senator Catherine Blakespear said the initiative demonstrates how thoughtful policy and strong oversight can translate into measurable environmental results.City of Renton to Collect Styrofoam, Plastics at September 13 Recycling Event
Certain items will not be accepted, including hard plastics, toys, binders, discs, cardboard, or hard-cover books.Meridian Waste Acquires Richardson Waste to Expand Virginia-NC Footprint
The acquisition also supports increased internalization of waste at Meridian Waste’s Gate City Transfer Station in Greensboro, North Carolina, which is scheduled to open in Q1 2026.