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Headquarters Landfill privatization paused after collusion allegation
Washington's Cowlitz County had favored Republic Services, but after pushback from other national competitors, it is unclear how the process will proceed.
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Architecture exhibit 'Designing Waste' highlights unseen pre-collection world
The show puts balers, carts, containers and the workers who handle them, on display with the goal of making people think about how waste gets to the curb.
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US, Japan abstain from Ocean Plastics Charter, reactions vary
Leaders devised action plans for increasing plastics' recyclability and cleaning up coastlines, but opinions on the charter and its effectiveness vary widely.
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Supreme Court won't rule on rest break pay
DOL regulations require that workers be paid for breaks lasting 20 minutes or less. But employers remain free to set certain limits.
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Florida DEP fines Gulf Power for unlined coal ash landfill
The $32,500 violation over contamination into a nearby river comes as the company pushes to renew its permit for the closed facility.
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Madison, Wisconsin suspends curbside organics pilot after 7 years
High contamination, low participation and limited processing options derailed the program, though city officials still hope to revive it in some form.
UPDATED: June 12, 2018 at 9:05 a.m.
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Virginia grand jury indicts driver of garbage truck involved in fatal Amtrak crash
Dana W. Naylor Jr. has been charged with one count of involuntary manslaughter and one count of DUI maiming.
UPDATED: June 11, 2018 at 9:47 a.m.
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Judge rules in favor of NYC EPS ban after 2nd industry challenge
The latest ruling sides with the Department of Sanitation's analysis that the material "cannot be recycled in an environmentally effective and economically feasible manner."
UPDATED: June 11, 2018 at 11:15 a.m.
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Massachusetts city considers rare move of dropping PAYT
The mayor of Fall River is set on abolishing the program, prompting many questions about how this would affect the budget and whether it would spike waste volumes.
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More Idaho cities join Boise for specialty mixed plastics recovery
A newly launched regional program is being watched closely by the packaging industry, plastics processors and environmental groups.
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UN Environment report offers 10 recommendations to curb single-use plastics
The report gives a global outlook on the "state of plastics" using data and case studies from more than 60 countries.
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BLS contingent worker report sparks confusion
Observers of the gig economy viewed the report with some trepidation, as it directly contradicts data independent groups released.
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Organizations, governments pledge to reduce plastic waste
To celebrate World Environment Day (June 5) and World Oceans Day (June 8), organizations and countries are making big pledges to reduce or eliminate more plastic material.
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Waste Pro gearing up for new $17M contract in Charlotte, North Carolina
The Florida company beat out incumbent Republic Services in a council vote earlier this year based in part on a newer fleet and different routing plan.
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Hungry Harvest to deliver 'ugly' produce to 30 new markets
The company's expansion shows that consumers are growing hungrier for services that reduce food waste.
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San Diego considering EPS ban less than year after curbside program
This proposal would align the city with many others in California, while appearing to run counter to an existing recycling program.
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Michelin's sustainability increases with tire recycling subsidiary Lehigh Technologies
Michelin is set to ramp up its recycled content while boosting its bottom line as its subsidiary provides feedstock savings.
Corporate -
Ring: NLRB will publish joint-employment rule 'by this summer'
Employers may finally get actionable, long-awaited guidance on a compliance issue that has created confusion for many.
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Recycle BC launches flexible packaging collection
Traditionally non-recyclable plastics are now accepted at drop-off sites around the province to be converted into fuel or used for research purposes.
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With recyclable packaging, Purple Carrot says it's rooting for the environment
The meal kit company's new corrugated boxes are made from 95% post-consumer material, using a recycled cellulose paper fiber liner and 100% water-filled, drain-safe and disposable ice packs.
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CCIC scrap shipment inspections set to resume for US
The Chinese government had originally suspended China Certification and Inspection Group (CCIC) North America for one month, halting inspections and certificate issuance.
UPDATED: June 5, 2018 at 9:13 a.m.
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Nonprofit touts benefits of housing deconstruction over demolition
A Delta Institute report explores how deconstruction processes can divert waste from the landfill and reduce consumption of virgin materials.
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CVSA's first Roadcheck since the ELD mandate took effect starts today
This year's event focuses on hours-of-service compliance, and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance anticipates discovering some violations of the ELD mandate.
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Commercial zoning counterproposal coming to New York City Council
The draft legislation aims to bring desired labor and environmental reform to the industry, while still maintaining an open market system.
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Circular enerG sues New York town over controversial WTE facility
The suit claims the Romulus Zoning Board of Appeals has illegally tried to stop construction of the facility over questions about its renewable energy status.
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