MRF operators come out in force against New York bottle bill expansion

Sims Municipal Recycling, Waste Management, multiple counties and even the Natural Resources Defense Council say Governor Cuomo's proposal would weaken curbside programs.

By Igor Geyn • Updated March 1, 2019

California bills advance that would set 75% plastic packaging reduction goal

The California Circular Economy and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act aims to supplement existing state recycling targets by setting new benchmarks for single-use products. 

By Bryan M. Gold • Updated May 31, 2019

Walmart unveils plan to reduce plastic packaging waste, boost How2Recycle

The retailer is setting big goals, including one to achieve "zero plastic waste," by partnering with suppliers on sustainability efforts.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 27, 2019

Exclusivity question hangs over NYC franchise zone plan in latest step forward

A draft environmental impact statement from the city's Department of Sanitation offers fresh data about whether non-exclusive zones are the right move, along with commentary from Waste Connections and other companies.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 27, 2019

Facility closure prompts Virginia communities to suspend, alter recycling programs

Communities throughout the state are losing recycling partners, cutting materials and weighing the feasibility of continuing their programs.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2019

Casella only bidder on new Boston recycling contract, higher than any disposal bid

Waste Management declined to bid for the first time in years, leaving city officials with a case of sticker shock and limited options. Three other companies are also vying for the city's residential waste.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated March 1, 2019

Michigan MRF upgrade approved, heralding switch to single-stream

The Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority is moving ahead with plans for a nearly $6.3 million construction project that will also revive glass recycling.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Aug. 14, 2019

Casella Waste: 2018 was 'year to refocus on growth,' more to come

Higher pricing due to ever-tightening Northeast disposal capacity, along with a heightened pace of acquisitions, has left the Vermont company energized heading into 2019.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 25, 2019

Advanced Disposal caps off 'solid' 2018, projects M&A uptick

While the company's core solid waste business remains stable, CEO Richard Burke projects continued price hikes related to recyclables collection — even for customers that have already seen an initial round of increases.

By Rina Li • Feb. 25, 2019

Scrap Collector: Report highlights plastic's hidden global health costs

Plus: EPA accused of stealing Nintendo soundtrack for online recycling game, and Canada refusing to sign hazardous waste treaty amendment amidst ongoing dumping scandal.

By Rina Li • Feb. 22, 2019

Major glass, plastic recycling changes proposed in Washington state

One bill would create a plastic EPR strategy, the other seeks to eliminate glass from curbside collection, and both have drawn notable industry attention.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 21, 2019

Massachusetts city, hauler head to trial over post-China recycling contract terms

A recent ruling in an ongoing suit between New Bedford and ABC Disposal found that while National Sword doesn't qualify as a force majeure event, it might still count as an "uncontrollable circumstance."

By Igor Geyn • Feb. 20, 2019

Is New York's 2030 'zero waste' goal receding from reach?

Three key initiatives — single-stream recycling, curbside organics expansion and "save-as-you-throw" — are on hold indefinitely. Now, both skeptics and boosters are questioning whether it's practical or possible to hit the mark.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 20, 2019

Waste Management going on sustainability 'offensive,' buying more landfills

As the company's results continue to reach record highs, its stated focus is to keep spending on "technology and people" — including shareholders.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 15, 2019

Waste Connections did $1B worth of acquisitions in 2018, foresees another 'outsized year'

During the Q4 earnings call, executives also discussed public pressure on plastics, the viability of franchising and ongoing labor trends.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 15, 2019

Hawaii State Senate approves bill to limit and ban single-use plastics

The legislation, which targets straws, polystyrene foam containers, plastic bags and other items, is now headed to the House.

By Bryan M. Gold • Updated March 6, 2019

Los Angeles City Council approves RecycLA settlement with seven service providers

A new contract amendment will bring a number of changes to the major franchise program — including city funding to cover controversial recycling service fees and a higher contamination threshold.

By Cole Rosengren , Rina Li • Updated Feb. 20, 2019

Inside Republic's recycling messaging, and an Arizona MRF, with two VPs

Pete Keller and Richard Coupland, the company's primary public faces on recycling, recently met with Waste Dive to talk contract pricing, GHG calculations, end markets and more.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 14, 2019

Nashville to expand curbside recycling collection with $2M state grant

The city is doubling its collection frequency by adding 16 new trucks at a time when others are scaling back curbside programs.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 12, 2019

California counties call for state commission on 'significant' recycling disruptions

A recent letter from the California State Association of Counties to newly inaugurated Gov. Gavin Newsom is part of a push for greater action around market development.

By Bryan M. Gold • Feb. 11, 2019

Michigan gets unprecedented $15M boost for recycling in lame duck surprise

The annual influx from a new online sales tax is one of the largest recycling budget increases for any state in recent memory. Proponents hope it can kickstart a wholesale policy rethink and foster market development.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 11, 2019

Republic Services has 'overcome' China hurdle, says recycling success up to customers

Reporting favorable 2018 earnings, CEO Don Slager projected slow and steady progress on labor retention, technology updates and M&A.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 8, 2019

Scrap Collector: Time for federal action on plastic pollution?

Plus: mussels losing their grip to microplastics, Recology MRF workers struggling with needle influx and UK politicians calling for an end to plastic waste exports abroad.

By Rina Li • Feb. 8, 2019

Waste Management CEO talks climate change, ocean plastic and 'zero waste'

Waste Dive sat down with Jim Fish for an exclusive interview at the company's sustainability forum in Phoenix to parse out its latest environmental messaging.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 6, 2019

Indicted Massachusetts mayor ends PAYT program ahead of recall election

Mayor Jasiel Correia has long promised, and previously attempted, to cancel the controversial program. Critics say the timing and fiscal reasoning are suspect.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 30, 2019