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Brooke Rollins confirmed to lead Department of Agriculture
Rollins was formerly president and CEO of the America First Policy Institute. She has previously opposed climate policies, but said she would support biofuel-friendly measures.
By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 13, 2025 -
New officials named as upheaval in EPA’s environmental justice office, federal workforce continues
The U.S. Senate confirmed leaders of multiple agencies this week, some of which have connections to waste. Meanwhile, officials are putting funding for programs at USAID and elsewhere up in the air.
By Jacob Wallace , Megan Quinn • Feb. 7, 2025 -
Deep Dive
Reworld looks to grow Connecticut operations amid capacity crunch
The waste-to-energy company continues to operate in the state as other incinerators shut down. As state lawmakers struggle with Connecticut’s dwindling waste disposal capacity, Reworld is pitching its services.
By Jacob Wallace • Updated Feb. 6, 2025 -
Where Trump officials stand on RNG; plus news from WM, Chevron and more
Newly confirmed agency heads have committed to working with Congress on biofuels, though some supportive federal programs may be at risk. Meanwhile, companies like Waga Energy and BerQ RNG are growing their portfolios.
By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 4, 2025 -
The waste and recycling industry outlook for 2025
EPR implementation, organics requirements, bottle bill updates, PFAS regulation, federal tax credits and M&A are all expected to be key topics for the year ahead.
By Waste Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2025 -
WM reports margin milestones for Q4, focuses on Stericycle integration in 2025
WM expects synergies from the Stericycle deal to be about $250 million over a three-year period, with about $100 million of that in 2025. It also expects to complete more RNG facilities this year.
By Megan Quinn • Jan. 30, 2025 -
Zeldin is confirmed as the new EPA administrator. What’s next?
The former New York representative will helm the agency as it navigates executive orders pausing climate programs and reviews pending regulations that could affect the waste and recycling industries.
By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • Updated Jan. 30, 2025 -
What’s in store for organic waste in 2025
Shifting power in Washington may not be an obstacle for groups advocating for favorable organic waste policies. But composters and anaerobic digester developers are navigating an evolving business environment this year.
By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Miami-Dade County mayor backs off incinerator, proposes new $556M landfill
The Florida mayor said the threat of legal challenges and other expenses made building a new waste-to-energy facility too difficult. She now recommends landfilling to meet long-term capacity needs.
By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 27, 2025 -
Retrieved from Southeastern Connecticut Regional Resources Recovery Authority on January 14, 2025
4 finalists vying for Connecticut compost project
WeCare-Denali, Blue Earth Compost, Black Earth Compost and CWPM were among the bidders. The project is envisioned as a hybrid system using both aerated static pile and windrow systems.
By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 14, 2025 -
5 issues likely to shape the waste and recycling industry in 2025
Plans for the second Trump administration, state EPR implementation, climate policy and PFAS regulation are evolving, as is landfill monitoring technology. Here’s how each could affect the industry in 2025.
By Jacob Wallace , Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2025 -
Final 45V hydrogen tax credit guidance draws mixed response
While hydrogen industry leaders generally welcomed the final rule’s increased flexibility, some said the complicated tax credit guidelines will stymie industry growth.
By Emma Penrod • Jan. 8, 2025 -
RNG tax credit impacts spill into new year; plus news from Waga, Clean Energy Fuels
The RNG industry closed 2024 out on a strong note with new investment tax credit language. Industry leaders expect to continue fighting for favorable policy into the new year.
By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 6, 2025 -
EPA could require certain incinerators to report chemical releases under TRI
To make the change to its Toxics Release Inventory, the EPA would need to launch a rulemaking process. The move would expand the public’s understanding of toxic chemicals released by such facilities.
By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 3, 2025 -
The image by Antoine Taveneaux is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
EPA punts municipal waste combustor rule to 2025, others incrementally advance
The move will leave the Trump administration to finalize at least two rules for combustors, including those that process hazardous waste. The EPA separately finalized its rules for commercial and industrial waste incinerators.
By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Deep Dive
By the numbers: 2024 waste and recycling trends
Reflect on the year through key data points about labor, the economy, M&A, federal and state policy, recycling trends and more.
By Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren , Jacob Wallace • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Retrieved from Ontario County, New York on December 13, 2024
Casella-operated New York landfill to close in 2028; Republic appeals Tennessee expansion denial
Current or proposed landfills in Arizona, Hawai’i, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia had recent updates on permitting and other projects. This includes sites operated by WM, GFL Environmental and others.
By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • Dec. 13, 2024 -
Nexus W2V receives backing to begin first RNG facility outside Chicago
The company first announced plans for growth after an outside investment last year. Now, it hopes its Kingsbury Bioenergy Complex can be the first in a series of “waste-to-value” facilities.
By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 10, 2024 -
Sponsored by SJI
Landfill gas-to-RNG contributes to energy resources while reducing emissions
The RNG market has matured significantly in recent years and regulatory changes, including a potential ITC expansion, could spur even greater development.
Dec. 9, 2024 -
Biogas investment tax credit finalized with favorable language for RNG
The final rule includes properties that convert biogas into renewable natural gas in a lucrative credit program designed to boost investment in clean energy. Developers are expected to rush to qualify before the end of the year.
By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 6, 2024 -
[Photograph]. Retrieved from Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County.
Delayed Miami-Dade incinerator plan draws Trump attention while other Florida projects advance
Commissioners in Miami-Dade County again postponed a decision on building a new combustion facility. Meanwhile, projects in Lee, Palm Beach and Pasco counties are taking steps forward.
By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 4, 2024 -
BP CEO bullish on record RNG pace, plus news from DTE and Waste Connections
Major developers of renewable natural gas projects provided updates on their facility construction progress during last month’s earnings calls. Others, like DTE Vantage, announced project completions.
By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 2, 2024 -
California opts to preserve credits for anaerobic digesters in major regulatory update
A state regulator voted to amend the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, injecting new life into a lucrative biofuels credit market that is used by waste projects throughout the U.S.
By Jacob Wallace • Nov. 19, 2024 -
Waste, packaging leaders react to Trump’s pick of Zeldin to lead EPA
Former Rep. Lee Zeldin previously voted in support of some PFAS regulations but largely voted against other environmental bills. SWANA, NWRA, packaging groups, former EPA staff and others weighed in on the pick.
By Megan Quinn , Maria Rachal • Nov. 15, 2024 -
Boston requests new waste and recycling ideas ahead of 2027 contract expirations
Collection and disposal, waste prevention and recycling, data and analytics, and policy and behavior change are among the topics for which the city wants input. It reupped many existing contracts to buy more time to craft RFPs.
By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 13, 2024