Recycling Events

Recycling Conferences & Events updates from North America
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.
Alaska’s Remote Communities Received $4 Million in Recycling Grants
December 14th 2023
The Aleut Corp. noted that the funds will be used to strengthen infrastructure so as to ensure better and effective solid waste management and recycling…
Woodlands Township Hosted 3R Recycling Drive-Thru
December 13th 2023
The improved weather conditions during the day ensured increased participation by residents.
Ridwell Targets Hard-to-Recycle Items Across LA
December 13th 2023
The company urged residents to reduce packaging waste and use alternatives to live Christmas trees.
State-of-the-Art Plastic Recycling Facility Opened in Minnesota
December 12th 2023
The financial support from regional businesses and organizations was yet another reason.
Safely Shred and Recycling Event Touted as Huge Success
December 12th 2023
The event reported a total of 139 attendees.
Lane County Approved Contract to Build New State-of-the-Art Recycling Facility
December 11th 2023
By diverting more than 80,000 tons of material per annum form the landfill, it will ensure extension of the landfill life by at least 20…
Glass Recycler Strategic Materials Filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
December 11th 2023
The company will undergo restructuring of its business operations, which will be supported by $23 million from existing lenders.
Republic Services Missoula Recycling Center Temporarily Closed
December 8th 2023
The statement issued by the company noted that the recycling drop-off center is currently experiencing a temporary operational closure.
Toyota Collaborated with Cirba to Expand Battery Recycling Program
December 8th 2023
By way of this agreement, both the companies expect to reduce the overall transportation and logistics costs by at least 70%.
Jefferson Parish Approved New Recycling Contract with Ramelli Waste
December 7th 2023
The new contract was approved by a 5-2 vote during the Council meeting.
Bay City Launched Program to Boost Curbside Recycling
December 7th 2023
Also, Styrofoam packaging and bubble wrap are not accepted by curbside bin, he added.
Decatur City Council Approved Hike in Garbage, Recycling Rates
December 6th 2023
It must be noted that the city residents had raised opposition to rate hike in a public hearing held last month.
Republic Services Opened North Las Vegas Recycling Facility
December 6th 2023
Coca-Cola has signed in as one of the first customers of the Las Vegas Polymer Center, said Republic Services news release.
Closed Loop Announced Investment in Recycling Projects
December 5th 2023
The Closed Loop had given $5.4 million loan to finance the purchases.
National Online Plastic Recycling Directory Goes Offline
December 5th 2023
It was self-funded for almost a year, prior to closing down on Nov. 17, said Butler.