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Virginia General Assembly Votes to Create a Mattress Recycling Program
Virginia General Assembly Votes to Create a Mattress Recycling Program
The legislation will move disposal fees to the point of purchase rather than at the point of disposal.
Fayetteville Plans Community Shred and E-Waste Recycling Event on April 25
Fayetteville Plans Community Shred and E-Waste Recycling Event on April 25
Vehicles will follow a one-way traffic route entering the queue via the Fayetteville City Hall entrance on Stonewall Avenue West (Highway 54 eastbound).
WM Marks One Year of Nevada County Organics Program, Diverts 12,000 Tons
WM Marks One Year of Nevada County Organics Program, Diverts 12,000 Tons
The program introduced curbside collection of food scraps and food-soiled paper, significantly expanding the region’s waste diversion efforts.
Jefferson County to Host Spring Clean Sweep Hazardous Waste Collection Event in April
Jefferson County to Host Spring Clean Sweep Hazardous Waste Collection Event in April
New this year, the program will take one-pound propane cylinders for a $5 disposal fee per cylinder.
VLS Environmental Solutions Announces Acquisition of California-Based IDR Environmental Services
VLS Environmental Solutions Announces Acquisition of California-Based IDR Environmental Services
Headquartered in Los Angeles, IDR operates a strategically located 10-day hazardous waste transfer facility in Azusa.
Oregon Lawmakers Approve Battery Recycling EPR Bill
Oregon Lawmakers Approve Battery Recycling EPR Bill
The bill now awaits the governor’s signature.
WM Opens $20 Million Upgraded Recycling Facility in Orange, California
WM Opens $20 Million Upgraded Recycling Facility in Orange, California
According to Mike Hammer, area vice president of WM Southern California, the investment is part of the company’s broader $3 billion sustainability commitment.
Electronics Recycling Event Set for March 21 at Laurel Mall in Hazleton
Electronics Recycling Event Set for March 21 at Laurel Mall in Hazleton
Payments can be made using cash or credit card on the day of the event.
Landbell USA Selected to Run First U.S. Textile EPR Program in California
Landbell USA Selected to Run First U.S. Textile EPR Program in California
The organization also intends to develop a statewide network of about 15,800 collection bins and retail drop-off points.
Free Paint Recycling Event coming to Kent on Saturday, Mar. 14
Free Paint Recycling Event coming to Kent on Saturday, Mar. 14
The event invites community members to bring unused or leftover paint for proper disposal and recycling.
New Study Reveals Robust Polystyrene Recycling Infrastructure Across North America
New Study Reveals Robust Polystyrene Recycling Infrastructure Across North America
Specifically, the study reveals significant maturity in recovery systems for EPS and XPS within commercial business-to-business supply chains.
Washington Names Circular Action Alliance as PRO to Implement Recycling Reform Act
Washington Names Circular Action Alliance as PRO to Implement Recycling Reform Act
Under the new role, CAA will collaborate with state regulators, producers, service providers, and local communities to build a coordinated recycling framework across Washington.
Cheshire to Host Free Electronics and Mattress Recycling Event on March 14
Cheshire to Host Free Electronics and Mattress Recycling Event on March 14
The town will also collect grass clippings, leaves, branches, and brush.
Triumvirate Environmental Acquires EWMI to Expand National Environmental and EHS Services Platform
Triumvirate Environmental Acquires EWMI to Expand National Environmental and EHS Services Platform
The integration will expand remediation, soil management, demolition, and emergency response services while increasing technical expertise for complex environmental projects.
Kane County, IL Recycling Collection Event Records Highest Turnout Since 2018
Kane County, IL Recycling Collection Event Records Highest Turnout Since 2018
Additionally, electronics, clothing, textiles, and books filled one full 53-foot trailer, weighing approximately 18,000 pounds.
Olmsted County Board to Consider $10.3 Million Contracts for New Materials Recovery Facility in Rochester
Olmsted County Board to Consider $10.3 Million Contracts for New Materials Recovery Facility in Rochester
Funding for the project includes a $10 million appropriation approved during the 2023 session of the Minnesota Legislature.
Goochland County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Secure Shredding Event on June 6
Goochland County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Secure Shredding Event on June 6
The Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Secure Document Shredding event will take place on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fairground Property, 2744 Fairground Road.