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Seattle Public Utilities Released New Community Impact Report
Seattle Public Utilities Released New Community Impact Report
From 20222 to 2024, more than 2 million sharp objects have been removed.
LRS Exited Wisconsin Market by Selling its Assets to GFL Environmental
LRS Exited Wisconsin Market by Selling its Assets to GFL Environmental
In addition, the company has been exploring new markets, in alignment with its previously stated long-term growth strategy.
City of O’Fallon Returns to Single-Stream Recycling
City of O’Fallon Returns to Single-Stream Recycling
The switch to single stream recycling will be at no additional cost to residents.
Leading Public Waste Companies Spent $11B on Acquisitions in 2024
Leading Public Waste Companies Spent $11B on Acquisitions in 2024
The M&A spending in 2024 stood significantly higher than $4.2 billion spent in 2023.
Denver International Airport Launched Pilot Waste Diversion Program
Denver International Airport Launched Pilot Waste Diversion Program
The Zero Waste Valet program was launched in June last year, in partnership with the compost firm Scraps.
PureCycle Made Significant Progress in its Journey Towards Profitability
PureCycle Made Significant Progress in its Journey Towards Profitability
The CEO of PureCycle, Dustin Olson, stated that the company's 2024 financial results showed a $289.14 million loss.
Dormant Hampden Waste Facility Set to Reopen
Dormant Hampden Waste Facility Set to Reopen
The facility will significantly reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills annually by reaching a 50% diversion rate.
WM Florida Landfill Expansion Advances; Sites Approved for L.A. Wildfire Debris
WM Florida Landfill Expansion Advances; Sites Approved for L.A. Wildfire Debris
WM has said the combined plans will extend the life of the landfill by 16 years.
City of Renton, WA to Launch “Feet on the Street” Cart-tagging Recycling Project
City of Renton, WA to Launch “Feet on the Street” Cart-tagging Recycling Project
Renton is joined by the City of Olympia and parts of Clallam County including Sequim, who were all awarded the opportunity to implement contamination reduction projects this year.
Citywide Reuse Project Delivered Outstanding Results
Citywide Reuse Project Delivered Outstanding Results
Additionally, it witnessed increased collaboration from commerce and non-profits as well.
Richmond Sanitary District Announced Recycling Changes
Richmond Sanitary District Announced Recycling Changes
There is a limit to the recycling that can be collected as the district currently has only five collection bins.
Waste Energy Corp. to Open its First Facility in Fayetteville
Waste Energy Corp. to Open its First Facility in Fayetteville
Waste Energy Corp. converts used plastic into fuel by using pyrolysis and artificial intelligence.
Shamrock Environmental Sold to Republic Services, Inc.
Shamrock Environmental Sold to Republic Services, Inc.
Waste management, wastewater treatment, industrial services, and transportation services are just a few of the many services it provides.
Tennessee Moves Forward with EPR Legislation As Landfills Rapidly Approach Capacity
Tennessee Moves Forward with EPR Legislation As Landfills Rapidly Approach Capacity
The legislation aims to shift the cost of recycling programs from taxpayers to producer companies.
Circular Action Alliance Secured Approval for Oregon EPR Program Plan
Circular Action Alliance Secured Approval for Oregon EPR Program Plan
The implementation of the RMA is scheduled to commence in July this year.
Miami-Dade County, Florida, Calls for Private Sector Disposal Ideas
Miami-Dade County, Florida, Calls for Private Sector Disposal Ideas
The commissioners also expressed skepticism over the mayor’s recommendations.
Call2Recycle and Industry Partners to Announce High Energy Battery Recycling Program
Call2Recycle and Industry Partners to Announce High Energy Battery Recycling Program
More and more outdoor products are being powered by batteries. As the prevalence of these products increases, so does the amount of energy needed to power them.