New regulations in California brought more haulers into the food recovery world

New hauler partnerships and funding, both in Los Angeles and statewide, have helped increase the volume of donations for longstanding nonprofits.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 1, 2018

A 'match.com' for furniture: How Green Standards reduces bulk waste

Waste Dive spoke with Trevor Langdon, executive general manager of Green Standards, about how the company works to reduce the amount of bulky office furniture that winds up in landfills.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 1, 2018

Waste Management Phoenix Open aims to again be world's largest 'zero waste' event

To prevent waste from going to landfill, organizers coordinate with vendors to offer compostable or recyclable products and to clearly mark on-site bins.  

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 31, 2018

UPDATE: DSNY awards Resource Recycling Systems $1M contract for 'save-as-you-throw' study

The three-year deal is a notable step forward in what is expected to be a complex implementation process.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 29, 2018

UPDATE: Honolulu City Council defers decision on sending recyclables to WTE

Council members want to wait for a comprehensive study of island waste management options due in November.

By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • Jan. 26, 2018

Is recycling only a Band-Aid? The TerraCycle CEO thinks so — and has plans to change the equation

"If everything became practically recyclable, that would harm TerraCycle's business, for sure," said Tom Szaky. "And I hope it happens. Full stop."

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 25, 2018

Study: Increase packaging, reduce food waste

Ameripen found countries which have more packaged food tend to waste less food than countries with less packaging.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 24, 2018

Worldwide circular economy award recognizes U.S.-based Closed Loop Partners

AMP Robotics, creators of new AI technology for MRFs, was also recognized as a "digital disruptor" at the event in Davos.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 24, 2018

Dallas will mandate multifamily recycling by 2020

The new City Council ordinance is expected to set off a flurry of activity for property owners and service providers.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated June 13, 2018

Coca-Cola aims to recycle 100% of its packaging by 2030

The beverage giant also set its sights on an average of 50% recycled material in its packaging by 2030.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 19, 2018

Weekly series to spotlight waste world's 'pioneers and changemakers'

The initiative from non-profit organization be Waste Wise aims to diversify viewpoints and access beyond the usual trade show or academic circuits.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 16, 2018

Time running out to address mounting Los Angeles franchise complaints

The seven recycLA haulers are doing whatever it takes to catch up — even bringing in staff from around the country — with financial penalties kicking in and elected officials losing patience.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2018

E-waste advocacy group renews push for 'right to repair' legislation in 16 states

"You need a push. And Apple just gave us a hell of a push," said Gay Gordon-Byrne, executive director of The Repair Association.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 9, 2018

6 waste industry trends to watch in 2018

From scrap exports to changing technology, check out the trends and developments most likely to shape 2018.

By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • Jan. 2, 2018

16 industry conferences to mark on your 2018 calendar

As the new year kicks off, it's as good a time as any to start looking for educational and networking opportunities. 

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 2, 2018

Covanta continues to push 'zero waste' support in latest sustainability report

The new report details increases in metal recovery, compliance updates and efforts to grow beyond the core business of MSW combustion.

By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 18, 2017

UPDATE: Boston mayor signs bag bill days before deadline

Mayor Marty Walsh continues to express concern about the fees included in the ban.

By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 18, 2017

Survey: 5.1M residents have access to curbside organics collection

Data from BioCycle and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance show big increases in curbside and drop-off programs as food waste awareness spreads.

By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 15, 2017

Report: 44.7M metric tons of e-waste generated in 2016

E-waste had a total value of €55 billion in 2016 from raw materials including gold, silver, palladium and plastics, a new report from ISWA and other partner groups found.

By Cody Boteler • Dec. 14, 2017

New app goMkt will connect consumers with excess food in NYC

The program is starting as a business-to-consumer platform, but founder Matt Holtzman has his eyes on another platform: Business-to-business.

By Cody Boteler • Dec. 13, 2017

When and how to use the term 'zero waste' — and when to avoid it

What if "zero waste" is too confusing a term? How do you find buy-in?

By Emily Coven • Dec. 11, 2017

Report: 'Misleading' zero waste goals could send more waste to landfills

Following a recent GAIA report about waste-to-energy, City College's Earth Engineering Center fired back with a detailed rebuttal.

By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 8, 2017

How waste audits can help cities and businesses

There's a push to solve the problem of food waste right now, but that can't be the only focus to hit "zero waste" goals.

By Ushma Pandya Mehta • Dec. 8, 2017

'Fake news' accusations and plastic bag politics in California

One year after California's bag ban passed, the plastics industry is questioning new litter reduction statistics. Environmental advocates are nonplussed.

By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 5, 2017

UK grocery chain to sell food past 'best by' date to cut waste

For one month after non-perishable food items hit their "best by" date, The East of England Co-Op will sell food at a steep mark down to reduce waste.

By Cody Boteler • Dec. 5, 2017