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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.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.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.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…
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.San Joaquin County Announces Closure of Foothill Landfill
The consolidation is expected to save nearly $80 million over the next 15 years.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.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.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.Bonner County to Replace Waste Dump Stickers with Smart Card Verification System
Under the new system, site attendants will be able to instantly verify whether a visitor is eligible for free disposal based on property tax records.Waste Connections Raises 2026 Outlook After Strong Q2 Earnings Beat Expectations
The company posted Q2 revenue of $2.56 billion, a 6.4% increase from the same period last year.Boston Battery Collection Event Recycles 1,000 Pounds, Promotes Safe Disposal Awareness
The collected batteries will be sent to the Battery Network, where they will be sorted before valuable materials are recovered.Momentum Environmental Expands New York Footprint with Corbett Industrial Cleaning Services Acquisition
Following the transaction, Momentum now operates three waste processing facilities licensed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, along with seven service centers located across the state.Johnson County to Host Tire Recycling Event at Three Locations on August 15
The collection drive will run from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. However, organizers have advised residents to arrive early because each site has limited trailer capacity.Ecowaste Solutions Expands Missouri Operations with Bilyeu Disposal Acquisition
A key part of the transition is the continued involvement of Bilyeu Disposal founder Travis Bilyeu, who will remain with the company as a commercial driver's license (CDL) driver.Harrietstown to Host Free E-Waste Recycling Event on July 11
The program is being conducted in partnership with EWASTE+, a New York-based electronics recycling company that operates processing facilities across the state.