Legislation & Regulations
Recycling Legislation & Regulations news and updates from U. S . A. states and cities
U.S. Waste Sector Emissions Flat in 2024 Amid Reporting Uncertainty: UMD Report
The waste sector accounted for 166 million metric tons, showing little year-over-year change.
Tamarac to Host Semi-Annual Hazardous Household Waste Recycling Event on May 2
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the initiative to responsibly discard items that cannot be placed in regular household trash.City of Toledo Opens New Clean Toledo Recycling Center
The initiative expands the city’s Clean Toledo program by offering a reliable alternative to seasonal drop-off events traditionally held during summer.Recycle Rama, Lansing's largest recycling event, to be held this Saturday
Lansing Board of Water and Light electric customers also get a rebate if they bring in old humidifiers or air conditioners.Wake County, NC Awards $34,000 in Grant Funds to Local Organizations for Waste Prevention
Grants range in value from $1,000 to $10,000 and must be used to create projects that encourage activities such as reducing waste, increasing recycling, reusing durable goods and composting.Ontario County Launches May Recycling Events, Promotes Composting to Cut Landfill Waste
In addition to recycling efforts, the county is promoting backyard composting by offering composting kits for $25 through early May.Michigan Hits Record 800,940 Tons in Recycling as Sustainability Efforts Gain Momentum
The volume could fill major venues such as Ford Field, Michigan Stadium, and Spartan Stadium, as well as the 125-acre Detroit Zoo.Franklin Township to Host E-Waste Recycling Day on May 16 in Moreland
Officials say the initiative not only helps reduce environmental impact but also serves as a way to give back to the community.Ecowaste Expands Gulf Coast Footprint with MDI Waste Operations Acquisition
Key assets in the transaction include the Rosehill Transfer Station and a construction and demolition landfill in Midland City, Alabama, along with approximately 82 vehicles and 35,000 containers.Free E-Waste Recycling Event Scheduled for Earth Day Weekend in Maricopa
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the ACE Hardware parking lot located at 2154 John Wayne Parkway.M2i Global, Volato Partner with Regenerate to Expand U.S. Battery Recycling Capabilities
Regenerate utilizes patented hydrometallurgical processes to recover critical metals from used batteries, offering a low-emission alternative to traditional smelting.NYC Spring Recycling Day to Cut Waste, Support Communities
However, certain items will not be accepted due to safety and recycling constraints.Willig Expands Tire Recycling in Ohio with New Facility at Rumpke Site
Company leadership emphasized the strategic importance of the expansion.Plymouth Fire Co. plans electronics, TV recycling event for April 25
Monetary donations to the Plymouth Fire Co. #1 will be accepted for the recycling of the equipment.Seattle, WA Removes 5.3M Pounds of Waste, Needles from Streets to Prepare for World Cup
In 2025, Seattle Clean City and its partners collected and removed 5.3 million pounds of waste from the right-of-way.City of Everett Plans Recycling Drive with 65-Ton Diversion Goal
The city expects the event to divert approximately 65 tons of recyclable waste from landfills.