Veolia North America names new CEO

Nadège Petit, formerly of Schneider Electric, will help lead the company toward its goal to grow by 50% in North America. The company has focused on acquisitions and facility investments in the region in recent years.

‘Innovative’ recyclers will weather economic challenges: National Recycling Congress

Tariffs and other headwinds in labor and commodity markets are hitting recyclers hard, but some global manufacturing and domestic recycling infrastructure trends offer a silver lining, said ReMA Chief Economist Emily Sanchez.

New Mexico begins debating clean fuels program; plus RNG news from Vanguard, Ameresco ​​​​​​

Stakeholders are weighing in on how the country’s fourth state clean fuels program will be shaped. As in other states, environmental groups are hoping to nix a policy that benefits renewable natural gas produced on farms.

Food waste advocates are learning a new language in the Trump era

Food waste reduction proponents like the Natural Resources Defense Council are shifting their messaging to continue winning support. In Congress, Maine Rep. Chellie Pingree said conversations are changing.

Updated Oct. 3, 2025

Tracking GHG emissions of US waste management companies

Casella reported an uptick in emissions from a 2022 baseline. Previously, Clean Harbors reported it had surpassed a recycling goal early and Denali reported its scope 1 and 2 emissions.

Updated Oct. 7, 2025

8.5M tons of packaging entered California landfills in 2024: CalRecycle study

The study is mandated by the state’s SB 54 EPR for packaging regulations. It sheds light on how covered materials might be diverted from landfills after the program starts in 2027.

Casella sustainability update highlights recycling, safety improvements

The progress report, a supplement to the biennial sustainability report, notes the company is behind on its GHG emissions goals but is increasing waste diversion and expanding safety programs.

2026 waste and recycling industry conferences

Mark your calendars for conferences in 2026 that will cover key topics such as recycling, waste management, compost, biogas and more. 

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Federal judge dismisses attempt to make EPA regulate PFAS in biosolids

The ruling comes amid ongoing questions about how to handle contamination from upstream sources.

American Battery, Call2Recycle, partner on lithium-ion battery collection program

ABTC says the partnership offers more sources of lithium-ion batteries to recycle, namely through Call2Recycle’s consumer-facing collection service, and can help strengthen domestic supply chains for critical materials.

APR launching its 1st total-package recyclability assessment tool

Citing demand from members and EPR-related needs, the Association of Plastic Recyclers’ tool will test packages against the most up-to-date versions of the longstanding Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability.

Federal Signal to buy into growing side-loader market via New Way Trucks deal

Publicly traded Federal Signal expects its purchase of the family-owned truck manufacturer to close by the end of the year. It highlighted New Way’s position as the largest U.S. side-loader manufacturer in a note to investors.

Vape waste pilot in Missouri aims to shed light on long-term disposal solutions

Data will be used to craft suggestions for permanent vape waste programs, such as statewide collection sites or an EPR program, said the Product Stewardship Institute and the Missouri Solid Waste Management District O.

Divert partners with grocers to expand food waste prevention

A partnership with Raley's aims to boost donations and turn food that can’t be donated into renewable energy and material to improve soil.

California recyclers look for new PET solutions in wake of rPlanet closure

Some recyclers are calling for more direct help from California state lawmakers and agencies, while others say they're choosing between holding onto the material or selling for little profit in the Eastern U.S. or elsewhere.

ReFed, Closed Loop Partners each announce new organics grants

ReFed’s catalytic grant funding round is set to open later this year. Closed Loop Partners’ Center for the Circular Economy has selected its recipients, which include composters around the country.

Republic Services acquires Montana landfill and hauler serving Helena

The deal nets Republic its second landfill in the state. Tri-County Disposal has served the greater Helena area for more than 50 years as a privately owned hauler.

Chemical recycler Resynergi announces plans to leave California

The company faced opposition from local residents. The company is moving to an unnamed industrial location it says offers more streamlined permitting, tax incentives and space to expand. 

California’s landfill methane rule proposal tightens gas rules

The proposed rule would tighten restrictions for landfill gas collection and control systems and expand the role of remote monitoring programs.

Tomra to acquire Clynk, operator of bag drop programs in Northeast US

Tomra, known for its reverse vending machine technology, sees Clynk's bag drop offerings as a complementary service. The company aims to expand in bottle bill states.

The People’s Depot announces expansion plans in Oregon

The beverage container redemption center, which employs and serves canners, is at capacity and expects to process 10 million containers this year. Its expansion is prompted in part by a new state law. 

E360S, major Canadian waste company, preps to enter US market

The company is now approaching 1 billion Canadian dollars in revenue and hoping to double the size of its business. CEO Danny Ardellini discussed expansion plans, EPR contracts, employee culture and more.

Notable waste and recycling conferences in 2025

The National Zero Waste Conference will be held virtually Oct. 22-23. Other upcoming events include the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference, Business of Biogas, E-Scrap Conference and more.

Updated Sept. 24, 2025

WM acquires Countrywide Sanitation in North Dakota

As part of the deal, WM will take over a local residential contract on the North Dakota/Minnesota border. Countrywide also has a landfill and recycling facility.

How far can EPR drive recycled content uptake?

Questions remain around how to effectively track recycled content in packaging and how to incentivize sourcing recycled material within North America. States such as Colorado are debating this as they enact EPR programs.