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Deep Dive
What's next for California container recycling after rePlanet's closure?
Losing the state's largest recycling center operator in one fell swoop could challenge California's redemption program. Supporters and critics alike offer ideas for stabilization.
By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 28, 2019 -
Minnesota Supreme Court sends St. Paul collection decision to ballot
Justices affirmed a lower court ruling that will let voters decide on how a new "coordinated collection" system is paid for – and possibly whether it can continue at all – in November.
By Cole Rosengren • Updated Aug. 23, 2019 -
Mississippi's largest city ends recycling, extends Waste Management landfill contract
After trying for months, Jackson officials found a way out of their curbside agreement. Questions remain about how it happened — and what comes next.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 19, 2019 -
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Scrap Collector: Australia's recyclable export ban creates domestic opportunities — including incineration
Plus: Lion King collectibles get the landfill treatment, and Modi calls for Indian single-use plastics ban.
By Rina Li • Aug. 16, 2019 -
Stella Environmental buys Dallas company, fueled by private equity
Heath Eddleblute, CEO of the Houston-based transfer station operator, discusses how the acquisition of Jack Herod Trucking will allow expansion into new states.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 15, 2019 -
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What makes radiation monitoring plans so critically important
Rich Thompson breaks down why radioactivity is becoming a more significant issue in the waste stream and how facility operators can create a responsible plan to detect it.
By Rich Thompson • Aug. 14, 2019 -
Casella Q2: Northeast landfill pricing on the rise
The Vermont company reported another favorable quarter, continuing growth through acquisitions and boosting recycling revenues by charging customers higher rates.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 5, 2019 -
Compology's contamination technology gains market share
CEO Jason Gates shared updates on how the company's AI capabilities are helping service providers rethink education strategies and improve quality for all types of waste and recycling streams.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 2, 2019 -
Advanced Disposal Q2: Business growing steadily, landfill expenses up
The company's results largely tracked with Q2 trends so far, aside from a net loss due to a pending $9 million legal settlement and rising leachate expenses.
By Cole Rosengren • July 31, 2019 -
DOJ antitrust review continues for Waste Management-Advanced deal
Federal regulators recently requested more information from both companies to assess market overlap. Approval is likely, but it's unknown what they may have to divest.
By Cole Rosengren , Anna Hrushka • July 30, 2019 -
Republic Services Q2: M&A spending much higher than planned
More referrals than ever have put the Arizona company on track for a big year of acquisitions. Overall quarterly results were also strong — with some hope even for recycling.
By Cole Rosengren • July 26, 2019 -
Waste Management Q2: Landfills more profitable, recycling 'fallen off a cliff'
The core business continues to perform well in numerous categories, while recycling prices remain a nagging headwind.
By Cole Rosengren • July 26, 2019 -
Republic climate goals approved by Science Based Targets initiative
The international recognition is a first for any U.S. waste and recycling company’s sustainability plan. Republic has committed to reducing key greenhouse gas emissions 35% by 2030.
By Cole Rosengren • Updated Sept. 24, 2019 -
Boise, Idaho mixed plastic program could expand following changes
The city is currently storing 40 tons of material awaiting processing by Renewlogy as the chemical recycler upgrades its capabilities. In the meantime, a variety of educational initiatives have also been launched.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 24, 2019 -
GFL Environmental IPO filing outlines plans for significant expansion
A new SEC filing offers key details about the industry's fourth-largest player — including the revelation that CEO Patrick Dovigi pulled in nearly CA$47.5 million last year.
By Cole Rosengren • July 23, 2019 -
Pittsburgh's smart garbage cans help streamline public works
By installing more than 1,200 "smart" cans, the city predicts an estimated $1.54 million in annual savings.
By Jason Plautz • July 22, 2019 -
FCC Environmental wins Omaha, Nebraska contracts, securing Midwest foothold
After months of debate, the Omaha City Council approved a 10-year collection contract as well as a separate deal for seasonal yard waste pick-up. The contracts are worth an estimated $24.2 million per year.
By Cole Rosengren • Updated Aug. 28, 2019 -
Recycling to resume in Florida county after 6-month suspension
The new agreement, which comes after the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority terminated a prior contract, will cost Santa Rosa County an estimated $321,000 annually.
By Rina Li • July 17, 2019 -
Tennessee sanitation workers file EEOC racial discrimination charges against Republic Services
A Teamsters complaint alleges "continuous efforts to make work conditions hostile and malicious" for Republic's black drivers in the Memphis area.
By Rina Li • July 16, 2019 -
77% of global cities will experience 'striking shift' in climate by 2050
Nearly a quarter of global cities will experience extreme climate conditions not currently found in any city, a new report in journal PLOS One found.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 12, 2019 -
Boston casts wide net for organics options, including in-sink
The city's first move on its "zero waste" plan indicates large-scale ambitions. Two new RFPs for curbside food and textile collection also serve as a reminder of current budget constraints.
By Cole Rosengren • July 9, 2019 -
ISRI members get preliminary injunction from California reporting law
An upcoming law requiring new recycling and composting data has been challenged by scrap recyclers over various concerns, including the classification of material as "solid waste."
By Rubi Rajbanshi • Updated July 17, 2019 -
San Diego approves new recycling contracts, keeps foam recycling
The San Diego Environmental Services Department reversed an initial recommendation to cut EPS foam from the city's curbside program earlier this week ahead of a broader vote on new recycling contracts.
By Rina Li • June 27, 2019 -
Oregon communities reach agreement with Waste Connections to revive recycling
The deal, which comes with a rate increase and the elimination of mixed plastics, was struck by some of the last areas still receiving state approval to dispose of commingled recyclables.
By Max Witynski • June 26, 2019 -
Deadly day for workers refocuses spotlight on industry safety progress
Three unrelated June 13 fatalities across multiple states are the latest reminder that top-down policy fixes may not be able to drive fundamental changes in safety culture.
By Cole Rosengren • June 25, 2019