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Guilford County to Host Free Community Recycling Event
Guilford County to Host Free Community Recycling Event
The event will be open to all Guilford County residents.
OSHA, NWRA and SWANA Joined Hands to Ensure Safety of Waste and Recycling Industry Workers
OSHA, NWRA and SWANA Joined Hands to Ensure Safety of Waste and Recycling Industry Workers
The partnership provides the opportunity for SWANA and NWRA to work closely with OSHA on sharing and developing critical resources.
New ABC Analysis Points to Strong Growth in U.S. Landfill Biogas Facilities
New ABC Analysis Points to Strong Growth in U.S. Landfill Biogas Facilities
Also, nearly 60% of the RNG is still used for electricity generation or direct heating.
ADEQ Comment Period for Aluminum Recycling Plant Comes to an End
ADEQ Comment Period for Aluminum Recycling Plant Comes to an End
Also, the noise and air pollution from such facilities will be lower, they noted.
Lawmakers, Recyclers Call for SB 54 Regulations That Reflect Intent of EPR Law
Lawmakers, Recyclers Call for SB 54 Regulations That Reflect Intent of EPR Law
CAA plans to also open a separate process for producers to report baseline 2023 packaging data, with that information due Nov. 15.
Metallium Secures Exclusive Options for Additional U.S. Sites in Massachusetts and Virginia for E-Waste Metal Recovery
Metallium Secures Exclusive Options for Additional U.S. Sites in Massachusetts and Virginia for E-Waste Metal Recovery
The sites are co-located with operating scrap yards processing more than 20,000 tons/month of metal waste.
City of Madison Heights Expands Curbside Recycling Collection
City of Madison Heights Expands Curbside Recycling Collection
In addition to the support from EGLE, the cart purchases are funded by a grant from The Recycling Partnership.
Closed Loop Partners Announced Acquisition of Agri-Cycle
Closed Loop Partners Announced Acquisition of Agri-Cycle
Further to the acquisition, Agri-Cycle’s management team will partner with Closed Loop Partners to expand the company’s reach and services.
Hopkinsville City Council Voted to End Curbside Recycling
Hopkinsville City Council Voted to End Curbside Recycling
An ordinance to end the Hopkinsville Solid Waste Enterprise’s curbside recycling program was earlier approved.
Advanced Technology to Cut U.S. Landfill Emissions, Says Energy Vision Report
Advanced Technology to Cut U.S. Landfill Emissions, Says Energy Vision Report
The above measures would cut U.S. MSW landfill emissions by 49.1% upon comparison with the 2023 level.
Town of Perinton to Host Free Drive-Thru Shredding and Electronic Recycling Event
Town of Perinton to Host Free Drive-Thru Shredding and Electronic Recycling Event
Reed noted that residents have been demanding a secure way to dispose of sensitive documents.
Brightmark-Lewis Salvage Partnership Recycled One Million Pounds of Plastic
Brightmark-Lewis Salvage Partnership Recycled One Million Pounds of Plastic
By doing so, the partnership has diverted harmful medical waste from landfills and incinerators.
City of Dunwoody to Host Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event
City of Dunwoody to Host Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event
A similar household hazardous waste recycling event held last year saw participation of as many as 473 residents.
EREF Report Calls for More Data to Assess EPR Programs
EREF Report Calls for More Data to Assess EPR Programs
The EPR programs across the globe differ, including the types of materials accepted in each program and the design in recycling systems.
Shattering Misconceptions About Glass Recycling in Southwestern PA
Shattering Misconceptions About Glass Recycling in Southwestern PA
Allegheny County does a decent job with glass recycling, especially when it comes to cultivating a localized, circular economy, but experts say there is significant demand and room for growth.
Alley Recycling in St. Louis is Officially Going Away. Here’s What will Replace It
Alley Recycling in St. Louis is Officially Going Away. Here’s What will Replace It
The decision to end alley recycling for the near future was roundly panned by environmental organizations in attendance at the meeting.
New Hampshire to Implement Surcharge on Solid Waste Effective Jan. 1
New Hampshire to Implement Surcharge on Solid Waste Effective Jan. 1
In addition, it will also support grant projects focused on improving waste disposal infrastructure across the state.