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Secure Shredding at next Household Hazardous Waste collection event in Portage on Aug. 8
This FREE collection event enables Porter County residents to properly dispose of common hazardous wastes which pose significant risks to ecosystems and wildlife if not handled correctly.
Recycling Equipment Inc. Acquires Midwest Recycling Equipment
Midwest Recycling Equipment is a trusted provider of recycling and waste handling equipment, serving customers throughout the Midwest and beyond.Swampscott Church to Host Electronics Recycling Event on August 1
Meanwhile, several items, including cell phones, charging cables, keyboards, tablets, reusable bicycles, vehicle batteries, DVDs, and gaming accessories, will be accepted free of charge.San Joaquin County Announces Closure of Foothill Landfill
The consolidation is expected to save nearly $80 million over the next 15 years.Roseville Neighborhood Cleanup Events Set Participation Record in 2026
The initiative delivered significant environmental benefits. Organizers collected 166.83 tons of general waste, along with 11.4 tons of electronic wasteto be reponsibly recycled. In addition, 3.11 tons of mattresses were diverted from landfills.The Battery Network Recycled 9.3 Million Pounds of Batteries in 2025
During 2025, The Battery Network added 3,195 new collection sites, bringing its nationwide network to more than 20,000 locations. As a result, nearly 80% of Americans now live within 15 miles of a household battery…Ohio EPA Cites Carbon Limestone Landfill for Environmental Violations
The regulators have now identified an additional compliance issue, stating that the landfill failed to perform required quarterly visual inspections of stormwater discharge points.Tompkins County Begins Curbside Recycling of Paper Cups Under Updated 2026 Guidelines
The updated guide, published by the Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management, provides detailed recycling instructions along with a year-long collection schedule.Eco Recycling Forms 50:50 JV With ERI to Expand IT Asset Disposal and E-Waste Recycling
The joint venture is expected to leverage ERI's global expertise and best practices in electronics recycling, data security, and sustainable IT asset management.
Washington Recycling Reform Act to Cut Household Costs and Expand Statewide Recycling by 2030
The move will not only reduce household recycling costs, but will also encourage companies to produce packaging that has a lower environmental impact.Free textile recycling event Saturday, July 18, in Waite Park
The event will not accept unwashed items, carpets and rugs, industrial workwear, pillows or cushion inserts, or garments coated with paint or oil. Organizers reserve the right to reject items that do not meet recycling…Liberty Tire Recycling Strengthens Gulf Coast Operations and Recycling Efforts with Strategic Acquisitions
These partnerships expand Liberty’s ability to serve retailers, manufacturers and local governments across the Gulf Coast, one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.Smithtown Household Hazardous Waste Collection Draws Record Participation, Collects Over 19,000 Pounds
As part of the initiative, nearly 150 Dunkin' gift cards were distributed by Reworldas reward to residents who recycled lithium-ion batteries, propane tanks, and mercury-containing devices.The Recycling Partnership Appoints Greg Saxon as CEO to Lead Next Phase of U.S. Recycling Growth
Saxon brings more than two decades of professional experience. He has worked across several sectors, including recycling, packaging, supply chain management, procurement, manufacturing operations, and circular economy initiatives.Oregon Packaging Recycling Law Faces Landmark Court Trial as Industry Challenges New Fee Rules
The outcome of the case is expected to have wider implications, as several other U.S. states have introduced similar extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws.VLS Environmental Solutions Expands West Coast Presence with ECC Acquisition
The expanded netwrok will help VLS to offer a wider range of services, including waste transportation, recycling, treatment, processing, and disposal.