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From green to gold: 5 ways CFOs can gain from climate risk disclosure
CFOs confronting growing pressure to disclose climate change risks can find in their analysis opportunities to improve capital allocation and risk management.
Jim Tyson • June 29, 2021 -
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Amid rising interest in packaging policy, bottle bill changes still struggle to break through
Multiple states introduce bills each year to update their container deposit laws, but few pass. Experts say balancing competing interests and tough compromises may be the only way for them to make it to the finish line.
Megan Quinn • June 23, 2021 -
New York commercial waste overhaul on horizon, but funding unresolved
After a year-long pandemic delay, the city is moving on an RFP process to reshape the open market system. Dozens of companies recently took the first application step, potentially including newcomers Waste Management and Winters Bros.
Cole Rosengren • March 19, 2021 -
Renewed focus on landfill calculations as waste industry faces pressure to reduce emissions
Greenhouse gas emissions contributing to climate change are under growing scrutiny from regulators and investors alike. Finding the most precise way to measure them remains a complex effort.
Leslie Nemo • March 9, 2021 -
2021 could be year for packaging EPR, nearly a dozen state bills in play
Lawmakers throughout the U.S. are increasingly interested in shifting more of recycling's financial implications to packaging manufacturers, with many taking a coordinated approach.
Megan Quinn • Updated Feb. 12, 2021 -
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After years of pressure, glass recycling may be at a turning point
Companies and groups throughout the supply chain say targeted community solutions, infrastructure investments and educational campaigns are all contributing to a glass recycling resurgence.
Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 27, 2021 -
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Fleet tech forges ahead, but some bide time on higher-stake EV investments
The pandemic strained finances for some waste and recycling collectors looking to upgrade their operations. But falling costs and ESG pressures could catalyze EV pilots, routing software adoption and more in 2021.
Maria Rachal • Updated Jan. 27, 2021 -
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Environmental efforts key for Biden, but industry expects limited recycling policy movement in 2021
While existing initiatives such as a national recycling goal are likely to make headway, and Democratic majorities in Congress could affect legislation, trade groups don't anticipate major changes due to a crowded agenda.
Megan Quinn • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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9 questions about the future of waste and recycling in 2021
As we gear up for another eventful year, Waste Dive will be focusing on trends around ESG, M&A, recycling policy, market development, PFAS, local budgets, collection technology, safety, diversity and much more.
Cole Rosengren, Megan Quinn and Maria Rachal • Jan. 13, 2021 -
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Packaging, PPE and surgical supplies: How COVID-19 is pushing hospitals to reduce waste
Some waste is inevitable, but supply chain leaders are finding ways to reduce quantities, in addition to reusing and recycling when possible and adjusting procurement and packaging.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Jan. 12, 2021 -
5 CFO trends to watch in 2021
Greater attention to ESG metrics, real-time data and the wind-down of LIBOR are among the trends you may see this year.
Jim Tyson • Jan. 12, 2021 -
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The unfulfilled promises of plastic film recycling
The pandemic spurred an uptick in plastic bag use, as already limited retail take back options became more scarce. Stakeholders from all sides think it's time for new ideas.
Karine Vann • Updated Jan. 5, 2021 -
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How local waste and recycling leaders are grappling with coronavirus-driven budget pressures
Lost revenues, rising operating expenses and limited federal aid have left local leaders looking for creative solutions. In some cases, the pandemic has also created opportunities to update their practices.
Leslie Nemo • Dec. 22, 2020 -
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No 'green halo' for renewables: Veolia, First Solar, others tackle wind and solar environmental impacts
From manufacturing effects to the difficulty of recycling PV panels and turbine blades, solar and wind in particular can spur consequences the industries are trying to reduce.
Lynn Freehill-Maye • Dec. 18, 2020 -
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US waste and recycling sector faces mounting risks and opportunities from climate change
As the industry increasingly recognizes its contribution to climate change and sees business opportunities in potentially mitigating those effects, the sector could be at a notable inflection point in the years ahead.
Cole Rosengren • Nov. 18, 2020 -
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Diversity efforts taking shape at waste industry's big companies, but serious work remains
Public companies are increasing their focus on diversity and inclusion, from the frontlines to the boardroom, following national attention on racism. Nearly 74% of sector executives or senior managers are White males, per federal data.
Cole Rosengren • Nov. 2, 2020 -
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Election 2020: Climate policy faces a tough road through Congress regardless of electoral outcomes
A Democratic Senate will attempt to pass Joe Biden's clean energy standard in the face of an expected Republican filibuster, while bipartisan support exists for more R&D spending on carbon-cutting technologies.
Matthew Bandyk • Oct. 26, 2020 -
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'We can never get to zero': Organics recyclers face hard choices in responding to PFAS contamination
Composting and biosolids stakeholders worry regulations will decimate their industry, while environmental and health groups say action is critical.
E.A. Crunden • Oct. 19, 2020 -
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Burning 'forever chemicals' emerges as industry flash point
Sending PFAS to incinerators is drawing lawmaker scrutiny and public outcry, but some experts say it may be the only realistic solution.
E.A. Crunden • Oct. 19, 2020 -
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Toxic PFAS waste that lasts 'forever' poses financial, logistical challenges for landfills
Some worry PFAS could have National Sword-level implications for landfills. Stakeholders are aiming to avoid blame for contamination, while seeking out solutions to address the mounting crisis.
E.A. Crunden • Oct. 19, 2020 -
Calls for e-cigarette legislation increase amid growing fire hazard to waste and recycling industry
The proliferation of vape pens for nicotine and cannabis is the latest example of how embedded lithium-ion batteries are creating a safety risk for the sector. Advocates hope national and state policy proposals can change that.
Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 22, 2020 -
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Loop's quest for reuse dominance has only gotten more ambitious during the pandemic
Some refill systems took a hit due to initial virus concerns, but the TerraCycle-backed platform's sales rose. Now, CEO Tom Szaky could be poised to set new sanitary standards and gain market share for years to come.
Karine Vann • Aug. 19, 2020 -
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New Jersey governor signs landmark environmental justice bill with big permit implications
The long-anticipated legislation had key backing from community groups. Despite some business opposition and industry trepidation, waste and recycling stakeholders also expressed support.
E.A. Crunden • Updated Sept. 18, 2020 -
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Renewed interest in automated side loaders driven by pandemic concerns, persistent safety issues
ASLs have become increasingly popular with some predicting they could see more interest due to pandemic safety concerns. But tighter capital budgets may be a short-term challenge.
Leslie Nemo • Updated July 23, 2020 -
Risk and race concerns fuel ongoing debate around hazard pay during pandemic
Sanitation workers have held numerous strikes and demanded concessions including hazard pay, frequently linking their fight to movements like Black Lives Matter. But the issue remains a contentious one for the waste industry.
Cole Rosengren and E.A. Crunden • July 9, 2020
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