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From Trees to Electronics -- Post-Holiday Recycling Events at the Virginia Aquarium
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
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
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
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 on the island.
Woodlands Township Hosted 3R Recycling Drive-Thru
The improved weather conditions during the day ensured increased participation by residents.
Ridwell Targets Hard-to-Recycle Items Across LA
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
The financial support from regional businesses and organizations was yet another reason.Safely Shred and Recycling Event Touted as Huge Success
The event reported a total of 139 attendees.Lane County Approved Contract to Build New State-of-the-Art Recycling Facility
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 years.Glass Recycler Strategic Materials Filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
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
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
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
The new contract was approved by a 5-2 vote during the Council meeting.Bay City Launched Program to Boost Curbside Recycling
Also, Styrofoam packaging and bubble wrap are not accepted by curbside bin, he added.Decatur City Council Approved Hike in Garbage, Recycling Rates
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
Coca-Cola has signed in as one of the first customers of the Las Vegas Polymer Center, said Republic Services news release.