Recycling: Page 2


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    Waste Connections to build its first MRF in Colorado in partnership with AMP

    The automated MRF, designed to respond to the state's changing recycling landscape due to EPR, will include AMP’s AI-powered equipment.

    By Nov. 18, 2024
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    America Recycles Day 2024: News from Biden, WM and more

    President Biden touted national recycling efforts in a proclamation. Plus, WM, The Recycling Partnership, Can Manufacturers Institute, Every Bottle Back, Eco-Cycle, Recycled Materials Association and others shared news.

    By Nov. 15, 2024
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    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 , Nov. 15, 2024
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    EPA grant recipients share what it takes to make rural recycling work

    The Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling program has directed millions to rural areas around the country. Professionals from Alaska, Missouri, New Mexico and Virginia share tips for success.

    By Leslie Nemo • Nov. 13, 2024
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    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 Nov. 13, 2024
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    Textile recycling efforts pick up steam in LA, New York and beyond

    WM, Goodwill and researchers in California and New York are working on sortation pilots, partnerships with apparel companies and research projects to gain insight into material flows.

    By Nov. 13, 2024
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    AMP names former Republic exec as new CEO

    Tim Stuart will step into the role as founder Matanya Horowitz transitions to chief technology officer. The AI robotics company has expanded its offerings in recent years to include facility design.

    By Nov. 12, 2024
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    Major waste companies spent $1.45B on Q3 M&A, up from modest Q2

    Waste Connections spent the most in Q3 and is on track for an annual company record in 2024, while North American industry peers reported plans to focus on tuck-ins or ease off major spending.

    By , Nov. 11, 2024
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    What waste operators can learn from Austin, Texas

    As a bastion of technological innovation, it’s not surprising that the City of Austin, Texas, would have its sights set on a bold, forward-thinking goal: zero waste by 2040.

    Nov. 11, 2024
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    GFL forecasts at least $4.3B from environmental services sale, announces new COO

    The estimated proceeds are tracking ahead of initial projections. The pending sale will free up opportunities for solid waste M&A, executives said.

    By Nov. 7, 2024
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    Polypropylene coalition reports improved recycling rates and access, but hurdles remain

    The coalition’s report says its strategic investments have helped increase PP collection by 64 million pounds a year, but more investments are needed to raise recycling rates and access through 2026.

    By Nov. 6, 2024
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    Casella reports ‘mixed’ quarter with notable revenue but unexpected expenses

    The company reported over $400 million in revenue for the quarter, which was a first. But unexpected insurance and landfill closure payments, as well as lower landfill tonnage, caused headwinds.

    By Oct. 31, 2024
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    Rail business drags on Enviri’s Q3, while Clean Earth remains strong

    The company’s rail business continued to drag on cash flow, but CEO Nick Grasberger said he expects that segment to turn around by the end of next year. 

    By Oct. 31, 2024
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    Q3 earnings results for major waste and recycling companies in 2024

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

    By Waste Dive Staff • Updated Nov. 12, 2024
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    SWANA details new EPR guidance in technical policy documents

    SWANA aims to be a “convener and curator” of EPR stakeholder conversations, especially policies that integrate existing recycling systems and make the industry safer. 

    By Oct. 30, 2024
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    Republic Services reports continued pricing growth, advancements on RNG and EV plans

    The company reported capital expenditures were on pace for polymer centers, renewable natural gas facilities and electric trucks. Executives also discussed ongoing efforts to push pricing in the environmental solutions segment.

    By Oct. 30, 2024
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    WM reports strong Q3, says Stericycle synergies estimate was ‘conservative’

    WM noted solid collection and disposal activity, higher commodity prices and continued RNG and recycling project completion during Q3. It’s on track to complete its acquisition of Stericycle in Q4.

    By Oct. 29, 2024
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    Southwest Airlines brings bamboo on board for new cups

    The airline recently stirred up change when it began stocking the bamboo-based cold beverage cups and wooden stir sticks, following a yearlong R&D process stemming from plastic reduction goals. 

    By Oct. 29, 2024
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    Coastal Waste buys Florida’s Southwest Waste in notable C&D deal

    This is the largest transaction to date for Macquarie-backed Coastal. Southwest, founded by Charles Lomangino in 2021, operates multiple facilities throughout western Florida.

    By Oct. 28, 2024
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    The inside scoop on outdoor waste management

    How to choose the right outdoor trash and recycling bins, cans, containers and receptacles.

    Oct. 28, 2024
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    EPS producers say foam recycling is improving, despite bans on related types of the material

    The EPS Industry Alliance says 168 million pounds of the material, used in applications such as transport packaging, were diverted from disposal in 2022. Infrastructure investments could improve collection, it says.

    By Updated Oct. 25, 2024
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    How the 2024 election could affect waste and recycling policy

    The presidential nominees have different takes on environmental and regulatory policies that could affect the industry, including those addressing emissions, recycling, PFAS, labor and environmental justice.

    By , , Oct. 22, 2024
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    Republic Services flags barriers to circularity with new index

    The waste company collaborated with The Harris Poll to survey executives across the economy and identify how much progress companies are making on their commitments to reduce waste.

    By Oct. 17, 2024
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    Athens Services set to receive LA recycling contract potentially worth $87M

    The proposed five-year deal, which includes possible extensions, would cover the processing of 450 tons per day of residential recyclables. If approved, it would end years of short-term agreements with the major local company.

    By Oct. 16, 2024
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    How2Recycle doesn’t want to abandon the chasing arrows

    Consumer comprehension data played a central role in how How2Recycle redesigned its instructional label, leaders of the process explained. But potential restrictions in California pose a challenge.

    By Oct. 16, 2024