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WA’s recycling system may finally get an overhaul
A bill dubbed the “Recycling Reform Act” has been working its way through the Legislature this session, with a shot at clearing the Senate and reaching the governor’s desk for final approval.
Secure Recycling Announced Expansion of E-Waste Shredding Operations
The company has invested in two UNTHA shredders to meet the growing e-waste volumes.
Legislation to Modernize Washington’s Recycling System Gets Approval
The bill, which was amended in the House, will now return to the Senate for a concurrence vote, before being signed into law.
EPA Reached New Agreement to Accelerate Cleanup of West Lake Landfill
The EPA is currently negotiating a consent decree with the parties involved.Boston Green Announced Opening of New Portland Location
Furthermore, he expressed the company’s commitment to serve the unique needs of the businesses in the region.Worcester, MA to Develop Zero Waste Master Plan
The Zero Waste Master Plan is expected to be completed by early 2026.Tennessee Recycling Coalition Awarded Grant from Beverage Industry
The winner of the contest will be announced in August.
Global plastic recycling rates 'stagnant' at under 10%: Study
The amount of plastic being recycled around the world is stagnant at less than 10% with most new plastic still made from fossil fuels, a new study said Thursday.New York City Begins Curbside Organics Enforcement
The two organizations are part of the community composting program and among those looking for support to expand operations in the city.Owens Corning Announces Shingle Recycling Milestone
Owens Corning is marking a significant industry milestone with the successful completion of a commercial-scale trial to manufacture shingles using extracted asphalt from recycled shingles.AMERIPEN Hailed Maryland Legislators for Passage of Packaging EPR Bill
If signed by Governor Wes Moore, Maryland would become the sixth U.S. state to implement EPR law for packaging.Bruin Waste Management to Launch New Recycling Facility in Mesa County
The new division will be managed separately from its existing waste services and is designed to operate independently.Maryland’s EPR Law for Packaging Heads to Governor’s Desk
The bill aims to set a reimbursement rate so as to cover at least 50% of the cost by July 1, 2028, then 75% in 2029 and 90% in 2030.Nexwaste Announced Acquisition of Three Austin, TX Area Businesses
The terms and conditions of the agreements were not disclosed.Reconomy to Aquire American Outsourced Waste and Recycling
It must be noted that the company has so far completed five U.S. acquisitions.Scrap Metal Recycler Announced Grand Opening of Quinlan, TX Facility
The company will celebrate the grand opening of the new facility on April 15, 2025.