How 3 large states want to address waste with federal climate funding

The U.S. EPA received 45 state priority climate action plans, the first step in accessing Climate Pollution Reduction Grant funding.

By Jacob Wallace • March 21, 2024

Waste industry implores Senate for PFAS exemptions under Superfund

At a Senate hearing, the waste industry said time is running out for federal intervention to prevent costly lawsuits, which they say could come once the U.S. EPA finalizes a new PFAS hazardous substance designation.

By Megan Quinn • March 21, 2024

Does the EPA’s Waste Reduction Model favor landfills or incineration?

After the EPA released a new version of WARM and held a public comment period, stakeholders across the spectrum of materials management believe there’s room for improvement.

By Jacob Wallace • Updated March 21, 2024

SWANA CEO envisions collaborative environment to build safety, culture

Amy Lestition Burke, SWANA’s new CEO, says building partnerships can make the industry and the organization stronger and better resourced to take on climate change and an evolving workforce.

By Megan Quinn • March 19, 2024

How a new wave of clean fuels bills could spur a biogas boom

New Mexico became the fourth state to enact a program, which has the potential to give biogas projects from landfills and on-farm digesters a boost. Could more states soon follow?

By Jacob Wallace • March 13, 2024

Biden’s FY25 budget proposal aims to boost funding for waste-related EPA programs

The budget would set aside money for PFAS-related actions and bolster funding for compliance enforcement, which put landfill emissions in the crosshairs last year.

By Jacob Wallace • March 12, 2024

Heritage Environmental Services gets new CEO after EQT acquisition

HP Nanda, a veteran of DuPont, will take over the industrial waste and environmental services company. Current CEO Jeff Laborsky is transitioning to a role on HES’ board of directors.

By Jacob Wallace • March 7, 2024

Largest public waste companies spent an estimated $4.2B on M&A in 2023

Spending by WM, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental and Casella Waste Systems didn’t surpass recent records, but the companies still did dozens of deals throughout the U.S. and Canada.

By Cole Rosengren • March 5, 2024

RNG hits transportation milestone, plus news from Clean Energy Fuels, Waga Energy and Republic

Renewable natural gas continues to overtake petroleum-based gas in the transportation fuels sector, per a new report. February also saw multiple announcements of RNG production across feedstocks.

By Jacob Wallace • March 4, 2024

Republic reports strong core business growth in 2023, eyes new opportunities in 2024

The company surpassed its full-year guidance as core pricing and average yield increased in the fourth quarter. Republic expects additional opportunities, including those related to PFAS, to fuel growth in 2024.

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 28, 2024

Waste Connections acquires assets from Waste-Away Group in Indiana

The deal expands Waste Connections’ presence into the state. Waste-Away is a third-generation family business that offers collection, recycling and document destruction services in Elkhart and the surrounding areas.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 26, 2024

Rumpke expands into Illinois with acquisition of landfill and hauling company

Sanitation Service was a family-owned operation for more than 60 years. The company cited changes in landfill liability laws and the business environment as part of its motivation to sell to Rumpke.

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 26, 2024

Q4 earnings results for major waste and recycling companies

Follow the latest results from WM, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental, Casella Waste Systems, Clean Harbors, Enviri and Stericycle.

By Waste Dive Staff • Updated March 6, 2024

February landfill updates from WM, Republic, Waste Connections, GFL and WIN Waste

Major companies recently faced resistance to expansion, allegations about PFAS contamination and air violations and other issues in California, New Hampshire, North Carolina and Ohio.

By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Casella says acquisition activity, safety improvements marked an ‘exceptional’ year

Casella touted a successful year from numerous acquisitions and operational improvements. Executives previewed further infrastructure upgrades at the Willimantic recycling facility, plus a $800M acquisition pipeline for 2024.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 16, 2024

Waste Connections highlights ‘disciplined execution’ for Q4 and recovering labor trends

CEO Ron Mittelstaedt characterized 2023 as a “year of renewal” and applauded strong acquisition activity and improved safety and retention.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 14, 2024

CalRecycle director stepping down in March

Rachel Machi Wagoner will leave her role after three years in the position. The director job will be challenging to fill, industry experts say, as the agency is in the middle of implementing several high-profile laws.

By Megan Quinn • Updated Feb. 15, 2024

WM touts sustainability spending, ‘strong’ operations growth to wrap up Q4

Executives credited price and cost-saving measures for Q4 earnings growth and said the company will invest up to $2.9B in its recycling and renewable energy platforms through 2026.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 13, 2024

Landfill updates from Republic, WM, Waste Connections and others in January

Permits or plans for Republic, Capital Waste and Noble Environmental received approval, while WM and Waste Connections' plans faced environmental pushback from residents.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 6, 2024

EPA aims to clarify PFAS cleanup authority at hazardous waste facilities

Proposed new rules would more clearly define “hazardous waste” and list nine specific PFAS under RCRA regulations but are not likely to apply to most operators of MSW and C&D landfills.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 2, 2024

Seattle enacts battery and electronics disposal ban to prevent fires

The ban by Seattle Public Utilities, which includes most batteries as well as electronics with embedded batteries, comes ahead of a statewide battery EPR program with similar provisions starting in 2027.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 1, 2024

Senate hearing puts landfill methane reduction strategies in the spotlight

Experts from the NWRA, RMI and Carbon Mapper discussed actions EPA could take, including updating emissions standards for landfills and contracting with satellite emissions tracking firms. 

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 1, 2024

EPA seeks feedback on updated Waste Reduction Model to compare materials management practices

The agency recently released the 16th version of WARM, which provides local governments with a high-level estimate for emissions, energy impacts and other factors for different strategies.

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 31, 2024

Colorado’s needs assessment offers glimpse into state’s EPR implementation

Recycling access is uneven in the state, the needs assessment finds. It calls for MRF and transfer station upgrades, a minimum recyclables list and other updates to add access for 500,000 households.

By Megan Quinn • Jan. 31, 2024

The waste and recycling industry outlook for 2024

Recycling policy, PFAS regulations, landfill methane, organics infrastructure and M&A are all expected to be key topics for the year ahead.

By Waste Dive Staff • Jan. 29, 2024