Recycling Conferences & Events in North America

Ontario, California Received $3.6M EPA Grant to Boost Recycling

December 28th 2023

Blaine Ishii, Ontario's Integrated Waste Director stated that the grant funding will deliver significant improvements to its recycling program.

Onekama Identified New Location for Recycling

December 28th 2023

For several years, the recycling bins were located at the Onekama Township Hall parking lot for several years.

EPA Report Underscores Huge Economic Impact of U.S. Recycling

December 27th 2023

The industry as a whole contributes nearly $5.5 billion in annual tax revenue.

CalRecycle Announced $130M in Grant Funding

December 27th 2023

The grant will help advance projects that meet the SB 1383 diversion goals.

Republic Services Returns to Austin, Texas Market

December 26th 2023

The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.

City of Hattiesburg to Host Stuff-a-Truck Recycling Event

December 26th 2023

Meantime, the event will not accept plastics bags, hangers, cords, clothing or linens, glass, Styrofoam, food or liquids.

BLS: Waste Collection Remained the 7th Deadliest Job in the U.S.

December 21st 2023

The number of deaths at MRFs surged higher in 2022.

Trex Co. Transforms Recycled Plastic Bags into Park Benches

December 21st 2023

Over the past three decades, Trex has upcycled more than 5 billion pounds of polyethylene plastic film.

Circular Services Added More Recycling Facilities Through Midwest Fiber Acquisition

December 20th 2023

The family-owned Midwest Fiber Recycling has been in operations for over three decades, serving surrounding communities.

Camden Central School District Recognized as 2023 Recycling Champion

December 20th 2023

Every year, the authority selects one local business, organization or school for the award in recognition of initiatives aimed at reducing solid waste stream.

City of Ripon Recycling Center is Now Open on All Days

December 19th 2023

The operating hours for Saturday are 8 AM to4 PM, whereas it will be open from Noon to 4 PM on Sundays, the City news…

Marshall County Solid Waste District Awarded IDEM Community Recycling Grant

December 19th 2023

The campaign will provide necessary information to clear up the confusion and reduce contamination.

New Bill Aims to Regulate Plastic Bottle Recycling

December 18th 2023

The proposed bill is expected to deliver significant economic benefits, by way of reducing up to $50 million in expenditure on PET imports.

Lifezone Metals Partners with Glencore on New U.S. Recycling Plant

December 18th 2023

The project will focus on recycling of platinum, palladium, and rhodium using Lifezone’s proprietary ‘Hydromet’ hydrometallurgical technology.

From Trees to Electronics -- Post-Holiday Recycling Events at the Virginia Aquarium

December 15th 2023

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach, Va. is holding two recycling events following the holidays.

St. Augustine opens new glass recycling locations

December 15th 2023

The city of St. Augustine’s Solid Waste Division announced the opening of a new glass recycling location on the Westside.

Republic Services Agreed to Pay $100K in Settlement of Alleged Truck Violations

December 14th 2023

The Truck and Bus Regulation was first created in 2008, which underwent several revisions over the years.