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Illinois Rolls Out Statewide Paint Recycling Program
Illinois EPA Director James Jennings said the program marks a major step forward in offering convenient recycling options.
Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub to Introduce Drop-Off Fees in 2026
Executive Director Chad Planner says the Hub has seen a 50% increase in materials this year, creating rising operational costs.
New York requires greenhouse gas emissions reporting from waste facilities
DEC also released its annual statewide greenhouse gas emissions report on Monday, which analyzed emissions from 2023. The report found the state’s overall emissions were down 14% from a 1990 baseline.Community Trash Disposal Sites are Coming to Southwest Philadelphia, PA
Empowered CDC’s legal dump site project is part of a slew of local anti-dumping initiatives funded by grants from the William Penn Foundation.Nova Scotia Debuts Province-Wide EPR Recycling Program With Broader Material Access
A major investment linked to the rollout is a new materials recovery facility (MRF) planned by REgroup.Deschutes County Adds New Drop-Off Options for Difficult-to-Recycle Materials
These items—and all materials already accepted—can now be dropped off at the Negus, Southwest, and Northwest Transfer Stations, along with the Knott Landfill site.City of Columbia Greenlights Rebuild of Tornado-Damaged Recycling Facility
The rebuild is expected to cost approximately $3.6 million, funded largely through insurance reimbursements.Illinois Launches Statewide Paint Recycling Program for Homes and Businesses
Illinois Program Manager Ross Dudzik emphasized the crucial role of local partners in supporting the program and expanding access.Interstate Waste Services Expands NYC Presence with Filco Carting Acquisition
Under the acquisition, IWS will integrate Filco’s commercial and residential services, municipal contracts, nearly 40 fleet vehicles, and over 100 employees into its operations.
Cumberland County Offers Free E-Waste Recycling Event on December 6, 2025
Cumberland County offers 16 permanent drop-off sites for e-waste collection at no cost.Wyoming-Based Raven to Launch California Hydrogen Fuel Facility
Early investors include Samsung Ventures and Chevron New Energies, which holds a 50% stake in Raven SR and will market the facility’s hydrogen.Covington Launches Annual Holiday Lights Recycling Program for Residents
Join Covington’s holiday lights recycling program and make a positive impact on the environment this festive season.Colorado’s diversion rate could get a boost in 2026 from EPR, other new laws
The report also notes key successes from organics diversion programs.SUNY ESF, CSMM Showcases Zero Waste Leadership in New Case Study
The new case study documents how ESF’s waste diversion rate increased from 29% in 2018 to 56% by the end of 2024, and how the total weight of material sent to landfill and incineration decreased…Thanksgiving Holiday to Affect Trash and Recycling Collection Across Tampa Bay Region
The Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex will remain closed on Thursday.Veolia’s Wisconsin Propane Tank Recycling Program Wins Statewide Recognition
The award was also in recognition of development of a gas cylinder recycling unit.