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Commerce City Launches Adams County’s First Electric Recycling and Waste Truck Fleet
The electric fleet is already operating across Adams County.
SWACO Expands Recycling and Food Waste Programs in Central Ohio
The Cart Grant Program will deliver 8,000+ recycling carts to Groveport and nearby townships, while new capture rate studies analyze recycling success and identify education opportunities.
Call2Recycle Rebrands as The Battery Network, Boosts U.S. Battery Recycling
The rebrand, designed with Pentagram, introduces a refreshed logo and visual identity, reinforcing The Battery Network’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation in next-generation e-mobility and EV battery solutions.
Comstock Secures Final Nevada Permit for Industry-Scale Solar Panel Recycling Facility
Company officials said the facility positions Comstock to meet demand for solar panel decommissioning.Anchorage Advances $700M Waste-to-Energy Incinerator to Extend Landfill Life
In April, the Anchorage Assembly approved $8 million for planning. Officials are seeking a private partner to help design and operate the facility, which could be operational by 2030.
WM’s $30 Million Settlement in ADS Acquisition Class Action Gets Final Approval
Under revised terms, WM acquired ADS for $4.6 billion, divesting $835 million in assets to GFL Environmental, while reducing purchase costs by $300 million and benefiting from lower financing costs.
Call2Recycle Launches Province-Wide Battery Recycling Program in New Brunswick
Tim LeBlanc, CEO of Recycle NB, highlighted that the program builds on the voluntary network, improving landfill diversion rates.Themes that could shape waste and recycling in 2026
New extended producer responsibility for packaging laws could create some tailwinds for the industry, some analysts pointed out.SoCalGas Connects Its First Landfill-Based Renewable Natural Gas Project to Its Pipeline System
These efforts align with SoCalGas’s aim to replace 20% of its traditional natural gas delivery to core customers with natural gas from renewable sources by 2030.Arcwood Environmental Acquires MXI Environmental Services, Expands Mid-Atlantic Hazardous Waste Footprint
Backed by EQT Infrastructure, Arcwood rebranded from Heritage Environmental in 2025 and has since accelerated growth through a combination of internal investments and mergers and acquisitions.Louisiana Awards USD 43,722 in Grants to Universities for Recycling and Plastic Reduction Initiatives
KLB Executive Director Susan Russell said the universities’ efforts demonstrate practical ways to cut plastic waste and increase recycling rates, while raising awareness.Circular Action Alliance Opens Five New RecycleOn Centers in Deschutes County
Launched statewide on July 1, the program aims to provide consistent and convenient recycling access to all Oregonians.Philadelphia Launches Phase 2 of Twice-Weekly Trash Collection Program
Targeted communities were selected for high population density, multi-family residences, and limited waste storage, factors that have contributed to illegal dumping.Heil Company Celebrates 125 Years of Innovation in Waste Management
Heil manufactured military refueling equipment during World War II and continued post-war innovations such as molded fiberglass transports and all-nickel trailers.Rapid City Receives $5M EPA Grant for Landfill Upgrades and Expanded Recycling
The grant follows a recent residential waste service rate increase of $3.45 per month, approved by the city council.Brandon Considers Pilot Program to Expand Organic Waste Recycling to Apartments
The current green-cart system serves over 10,000 homes, and similar electric recycler programs operate in more than 150 communities nationwide.