New Hampshire’s G.W. Shaw grows with tuck-in deals, transfer station

The multigenerational, family-owned company is growing via regional acquisitions, a recently opened transfer station, concrete and wood recycling, organics collection and more.

By Cole Rosengren • April 17, 2026

Government support fuels PFAS treatment market, with much more to come

As regulations continue to rise, companies like Clean Harbors and Revive Environmental that offer treatment and disposal of PFAS-contaminated material are seeing major business growth.

By Jacob Wallace • Updated 20 hours ago

New York shuffles commercial waste zone timing in areas affected by M&A

Certain zone launches were moved up, while others with contract gaps due to prior acquisitions were moved back. The city remains committed to full implementation by the end of 2027.

By Cole Rosengren • April 15, 2026

TerraCycle launches $75M funding round to fuel expansions

The company, known for managing niche waste streams like cigarette butts and cosmetics, has its eye on future M&A and a possible plan to go public.

By Megan Quinn • April 15, 2026

Virginia Gov. Spanberger vetoes mattress recycling bill

Spanberger criticized the proposed recycling fee consumers would pay when buying a new mattress, saying it would make the products more expensive.

By Megan Quinn • April 14, 2026

GFL bets on oil amid Iran war in $4.6B Secure Waste deal

The transaction would add to GFL’s offerings one year after it divested from its environmental services business. Executives detailed synergies, including routing waste to Secure’s portfolio of more than a dozen landfills.

By Jacob Wallace • April 13, 2026

Wisconsin, Kentucky governors latest to approve battery EPR laws

Both plans cover certain medium-format and rechargeable batteries, including some lithium-ion types, but Kentucky’s is unique because the program is voluntary.  

By Megan Quinn • April 13, 2026

Mamdani commits to containerizing New York’s residential waste by 2032

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Sunday that the Department of Sanitation would procure enough bins and trucks to meet DSNY’s goal. But officials still face a heavy lift with budget negotiations and complex supply chains.

By Jacob Wallace • Updated April 13, 2026

MRF upgrades from Republic, WM and Athens target efficiency in fast-growing regions

As state and local diversion laws get stricter, companies continue centering building plans on newer, faster automation meant to help process larger volumes and get cleaner end products.

By Megan Quinn • April 10, 2026

Global waste generation could rise 50% by 2050: World Bank

Inequities in waste collection and funding are a major global issue, according to an updated report. Upfront investments today will mitigate future expenses that impact climate change and global health, the report states.

By Megan Quinn • April 2, 2026

Casella acquires Boston-area Star Waste Systems

The purchase of private equity-backed Star is worth an estimated $100 million in annualized revenue. The company comes with multiple municipal hauling contracts and hauling locations, plus a C&D facility.

By Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren • Updated April 6, 2026

GFL buys large Texas hauler Frontier Waste from private equity firms

The transaction includes nearly 650 trucks, 24 locations and a landfill. It significantly expands GFL’s footprint in the state, which is built on prior purchases from WCA and Sprint Waste.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated April 1, 2026

The one-man collection service advocating for vape recycling in Wisconsin

EcoVape Recovery offers small-scale collection services for vape waste. Raymond Tucker, a parks service worker and firefighter, also advocates for recycling outlets, infrastructure support and formal vape management rules.

By Megan Quinn • March 31, 2026

rPET market challenges further impacted by more closures, trade pressures

WM, Republic Services and APR discussed ongoing rPET market instability during a Recycling Partnership webinar. Incentives and trade transparency could help thermoformers and other packaging producers, they said. 

By Megan Quinn • March 27, 2026

Diesel prices surge even higher due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38

Per-gallon costs surpassed $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on carriers and shippers.   

By David Taube • March 25, 2026

Michigan’s Titan Environmental closes after years of losses, lawsuits

The small, publicly traded company’s hauling assets and facility are now for sale after the platform was formed in 2023. A group of waste industry veterans, including members of the Rizzo family, had plans to grow in the Detroit market.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated March 23, 2026

Prescription bottle recycling a real pill for the industry

Not many pill bottles are getting recycled in the U.S. despite them being made of commonly recyclable material. A new Closed Loop Partners report calls for collaboration across the value chain to increase recycling rates.

By Megan Quinn • March 18, 2026

CDL rule affecting non-citizens taking effect despite waste hauler concerns

Haulers and reps from Teamsters and AFSCME hoped an emergency motion to block the rule would be heard in court, but that case has not yet been resolved. Waste Pro says the rule will affect up to 20% of its drivers in Southwest Florida.

By Megan Quinn • Updated March 16, 2026

Montgomery County, Maryland, explores alternatives as incinerator struggles

Two of three units at the county’s Resource Recovery Facility have come offline amid serious dioxin leaks. The issues have renewed pressure on long-gestating plan for landfilling and diversion projects.

By Jacob Wallace • March 11, 2026

MRF upgrades by WM, Coastal, FCC and Circular Services aim to optimize tech

Recent facility investments in California, Florida and Texas seek to capitalize on high-tech efficiencies, adjust to market demands and prepare for new recycling regulations.

By Megan Quinn • March 11, 2026

Washington taps Circular Action Alliance as PRO for packaging EPR

The latest appointment means CAA now serves as the approved producer responsibility organization in six states. A draft program plan is due in 2028 to implement in 2030.

By Maria Rachal • March 5, 2026

‘Dalilah law’ legislation calls for English proficiency testing

A new federal bill suggests that anyone with a commercial driver’s license would need to be recertified by a state within six months.

By David Taube • Feb. 26, 2026

Macquarie exits DTG Recycle with sales to founder, Waste Connections

The investment firm purchased the Washington-based C&D company in 2022. Founder Dan Guimont has returned to run the business, with select assets divested to Waste Connections.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated Feb. 24, 2026

Casella gives landfill and organics facility updates after strong 2025

In his first earnings call since becoming CEO, Ned Coletta highlighted 2025 acquisitions and offered updates on landfill optimization strategies and an organics facility closure in the Northeast.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 20, 2026

Waste worker fatalities fell in 2024, but industry still 5th deadliest: BLS

The latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed fewer fatalities for the refuse and recyclable materials collection occupation. The number of fatalities in MRFs also decreased in 2024.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 19, 2026