Recycling Events
Recycling Conferences & Events updates from North America
Miller Environmental Expands with Haz-Mat, Canco Acquisitions
Haz-Mat, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Canco, based in Chester, South Carolina, are recognized providers of comprehensive industrial and waste management solutions.
Calhoun County to Host Free Hazardous Waste, Scrap Collection Events
Residents are encouraged to pack items securely, separate paint containers, and label any materials not in original packaging.Ontario County Reopens Public Comment Period on Solid Waste Plan
The initiative includes a second public presentation scheduled for April 9 at the Phelps Community Center, offering residents another opportunity to engage with the plan.Carilion to host annual electronics recycling event
The drive-thru event will be on Saturday, March 28, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2823 Franklin Road SW.EPA Releases Proposal to Help Cleanup of Millions of Abandoned Tires
Approximately 48 million abandoned scrap tires remain in at least 23 states and Tribal lands.Los Angeles to Host Free Hazardous Waste and Shredding Event on March 28
Participants are limited to two 33-gallon bags for shredding and up to nine tires per trip, with all materials required to be securely transported.CARE Marks 10 Years of California Carpet Stewardship Program, Recycling Rate Hits 37%
Investments have also enabled downstream manufacturers to integrate recycled PCC into finished products.Free E-Waste Recycling and Shredding Event Set for Huntingdon Valley
Participation guidelines limit each attendee to one personal vehicle, with up to three boxes permitted for shredding.Allenstown to Reopen Transfer Station, Restore Waste Services After Year-Long Closure
In addition to restoring trash services, voters approved $25,000 to establish a recycling fund aimed at reviving local recycling efforts.St. Mary Parish to Host Annual Electronics Recycling Event in Franklin on April 11
Larger appliances, televisions, and heavy equipment may cost between $30 and $40.Connecticut Launches Pilot Tire Recycling Program to Curb Illegal Dumping
Established under a 2023 state law, the program shifts disposal costs to manufacturers, funded through fees embedded in new tire sales.Lake Gaston Association to Host Free Community Shred Event on May 2
A one-way traffic system will be in place to ensure efficient unloading and smooth vehicle flow.Town of Ipswich, MA Moves to Automated Trash and Recycling Collection System
Public Works Director Rick Clarke noted that rising insurance costs and contractor shifts are driving the industry away from manual pickup.New Hampshire governor vetoes paint EPR bill, calling it a ‘sales tax’
The fee on paint is a common part of some other PaintCare programs. In Illinois, for example, costs range between 45 cents and $1.95 for each new paint container, depending on container size.Deschutes County, OR hires Jeff Merwin to Serve as Solid Waste Director
He also completed additional graduate work in environmental health and occupational safety.Erie County Hosts Free Paint Recycling Event in Buffalo for Earth Day
Organizers clarified that no household hazardous waste will be accepted at this event, although additional collection programs are expected to be announced soon.