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EPA makes Georgia 2nd state to operate coal ash program, proposes 'efficient' rule for other 48
Both moves are part of EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler's broader goal to give states more "flexibility" in their management of coal ash disposal.
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Climate change becomes widely recognized corporate factor for waste and recycling
While many of the largest companies have been releasing sustainability reports for years, 2019 marked a potential turning point in the level of detail and acknowledgment for this looming issue.
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Covanta will set 'science-based' emissions reduction target by 2022 as part of climate focus
Covanta's new sustainability report argues incineration can play a key role in diverting waste from landfills, a major source of methane, and previews a growing focus on climate concerns.
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Deep DiveCan Loop disrupt society's packaging habit? Inside TerraCycle's grand experiment
The reusable shopping platform, which launched with big hype and is now eyeing retail, has already raised one key question in its early days: What are the true costs of convenience?
UPDATED: Dec. 23, 2019 at 9:17 a.m. -
New York governor proposes statewide polystyrene foam ban
Gov. Andrew Cuomo claims the policy would be the "strongest" in the country. The proposal could also give the Department of Environmental Conservation authority to limit or ban other packaging material.
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New York cuts transfer station permits as NWRA mulls legal appeal
The city's Department of Sanitation has already cut more than 1,300 tons worth of daily capacity, with 21 more permits to go. Industry operators who lost a fight over the law that enables this face an uncertain path forward.
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New toolkit provides guidance on composting food scraps at yard trimming sites
A new resource from BioCycle and the Center for EcoTechnology outlines potential to utilize existing sites amid growing demand for organics processing infrastructure.
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Developing stories on PFAS, the 'forever chemicals' looming large for the waste industry
The chemicals are likely in virtually all landfills, but operators argue they shouldn't bear the blame. Follow along with Waste Dive's coverage as this story unfolds.
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New Jersey Assembly passes organics diversion mandate without landfill exemption
Following Gov. Phil Murphy's conditional veto of a contentious bill earlier this year, legislators are moving ahead with a bill intended to spur organics recycling. Landfill operators with gas-to-energy systems remain displeased.
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New Jersey governor reaches closure agreement with contentious landfill
Following the New Jersey Sports and Exhibition Authority's previous plans to appeal an order to shut down its Keegan Landfill, a settlement has been reached to begin capping the site.
UPDATED: Dec. 20, 2019 at 10:19 a.m. -
Stericycle abandons plans for North Las Vegas site following pushback over health and environmental risks
The medical waste company previously faced a historically high fine over emissions violations in Utah. Nevada residents and officials had expressed concern that a similar situation might play out at the new site.
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ColumnPlanning ahead for mounting challenges of special waste at landfills
Rich Thompson evaluates the steps required in managing these difficult streams as increased recycling rates begin to change the chemistry of landfills.
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Federal judge denies EPA delay request on landfill emissions plan
Judge Haywood Gilliam stood by his original decision requiring the agency to move forward on implementing an Obama administration plan to reduce methane emissions. The agency is still continuing with plans for an appeal.
UPDATED: Dec. 18, 2019 at 10:37 a.m. -
BLS: Collection worker fatalities up dramatically in 2018
New data indicates that refuse and recyclable material collectors still have the fifth highest fatality rate in the nation. Multiple fatalities were also reported at landfills and MRFs.
UPDATED: Dec. 17, 2019 at 2:23 p.m. -
Wisconsin waste coalition forms to combat negative PFAS reputation
Local solid waste professionals say they are working to face the issue head-on at a time of growing concern over contamination. Meanwhile, the topic is increasingly on the national industry's radar.
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New York closer to citywide commercial organics diversion with latest proposal
The Department of Sanitation's third expansion of commercial rules affects a broad swath of food businesses. Some say it's too fast. Others view it as a needed step toward upcoming market changes.
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Philadelphia's first 'Pitch & Pilot' seeks tech to reduce waste
The initiative is part of a strategy to improve government services with private sector partnerships and community engagement, rather than a top-down approach.
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Blue Bottle, aiming for 'zero waste' in 2020, could eliminate to-go coffee cups
The upscale coffee chain's goals mirror a larger shift as more and more companies target their waste footprints. The cup pilot will begin in two California locations.
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Deep DiveHigh risk, hidden workforce
With fluctuating injury rates, and ongoing fatalities, MRFs remain a key safety challenge. Operators discuss efforts to change that through better training, tighter protocols and a lower dependence on temporary labor.
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Deep DiveOn the line in California
The state may have a reputation for progressive recycling policies, but industry workers still face numerous hazards. Here are two of their stories.
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Deep DiveRobots move in
More MRFs are turning to automation and advanced technology to fill gaps and boost efficiencies, especially in light of market changes, but a full replacement of human labor isn’t here yet.
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Waste Management scores Supreme Court win in long-running fight over New Orleans landfill
The nation's highest court declined to block the company's lawsuit alleging bribery by a rival. Waste Management argues River Birch sought to edge the company out of the post-Hurricane Katrina market in Louisiana.
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GFL Environmental aims to raise more than $1B, keeps IPO door open
One month after backing out of plans to go public, the Canadian agglomerate is looking for new funds through a debt and equity offering. Proceeds will be used for two pending U.S. acquisitions — including County Waste.
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Vanguard Renewables will operate digesters around US in $200M Dominion deal
Proposed projects in five states will trap methane from cow manure to create renewable natural gas offer "a new way to improve on farm economics."
UPDATED: Dec. 13, 2019 at 11:55 a.m. -
New York bottle bill expansion could boost glass container recycling by 65%: study
A recent study commissioned by the Department of Environmental Conservation found adding wine and liquor bottles to the state's redemption program could significantly boost recycling rates and ease processing issues at MRFs.
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