Braven Environmental to build chemical recycling facility in Texas

The project is part of a new tax incentive program from the state of Texas, designed to attract manufacturing businesses in exchange for job growth assurances.

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 19, 2025

Q4 earnings results for major waste and recycling companies in 2024

Follow the latest results from WM, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental, Casella Waste Systems, Clean Harbors and Enviri.

By Waste Dive Staff • Updated Feb. 25, 2025

Biogas project investment increased 40% in 2024, industry group says

The agricultural sector is now moving faster than landfills to bring facilities online, but landfills account for 72% of total U.S. biogas production capacity, according to a new report from the American Biogas Council.

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 18, 2025

Brooke Rollins confirmed to lead Department of Agriculture

Rollins was formerly president and CEO of the America First Policy Institute. She has previously opposed climate policies, but said she would support biofuel-friendly measures.

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 13, 2025

New officials named as upheaval in EPA’s environmental justice office, federal workforce continues

The U.S. Senate confirmed leaders of multiple agencies this week, some of which have connections to waste. Meanwhile, officials are putting funding for programs at USAID and elsewhere up in the air.

By Jacob Wallace , Megan Quinn • Feb. 7, 2025

Reworld looks to grow Connecticut operations amid capacity crunch

The waste-to-energy company continues to operate in the state as other incinerators shut down. As state lawmakers struggle with Connecticut’s dwindling waste disposal capacity, Reworld is pitching its services.

By Jacob Wallace • Updated Feb. 6, 2025

Where Trump officials stand on RNG; plus news from WM, Chevron and more

Newly confirmed agency heads have committed to working with Congress on biofuels, though some supportive federal programs may be at risk. Meanwhile, companies like Waga Energy and BerQ RNG are growing their portfolios.

By Jacob Wallace • Feb. 4, 2025

The waste and recycling industry outlook for 2025

EPR implementation, organics requirements, bottle bill updates, PFAS regulation, federal tax credits and M&A are all expected to be key topics for the year ahead.

By Waste Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2025

WM reports margin milestones for Q4, focuses on Stericycle integration in 2025

WM expects synergies from the Stericycle deal to be about $250 million over a three-year period, with about $100 million of that in 2025. It also expects to complete more RNG facilities this year.

By Megan Quinn • Jan. 30, 2025

Zeldin is confirmed as the new EPA administrator. What’s next?

The former New York representative will helm the agency as it navigates executive orders pausing climate programs and reviews pending regulations that could affect the waste and recycling industries.

By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • Updated Jan. 30, 2025

What’s in store for organic waste in 2025

Shifting power in Washington may not be an obstacle for groups advocating for favorable organic waste policies. But composters and anaerobic digester developers are navigating an evolving business environment this year. 

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 29, 2025

Miami-Dade County mayor backs off incinerator, proposes new $556M landfill

The Florida mayor said the threat of legal challenges and other expenses made building a new waste-to-energy facility too difficult. She now recommends landfilling to meet long-term capacity needs.

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 27, 2025

4 finalists vying for Connecticut compost project

WeCare-Denali, Blue Earth Compost, Black Earth Compost and CWPM were among the bidders. The project is envisioned as a hybrid system using both aerated static pile and windrow systems. 

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 14, 2025

5 issues likely to shape the waste and recycling industry in 2025

Plans for the second Trump administration, state EPR implementation, climate policy and PFAS regulation are evolving, as is landfill monitoring technology. Here’s how each could affect the industry in 2025.

By Jacob Wallace , Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2025

Final 45V hydrogen tax credit guidance draws mixed response

While hydrogen industry leaders generally welcomed the final rule’s increased flexibility, some said the complicated tax credit guidelines will stymie industry growth.

By Emma Penrod • Jan. 8, 2025

RNG tax credit impacts spill into new year; plus news from Waga, Clean Energy Fuels

The RNG industry closed 2024 out on a strong note with new investment tax credit language. Industry leaders expect to continue fighting for favorable policy into the new year.

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 6, 2025

EPA could require certain incinerators to report chemical releases under TRI

To make the change to its Toxics Release Inventory, the EPA would need to launch a rulemaking process. The move would expand the public’s understanding of toxic chemicals released by such facilities.

By Jacob Wallace • Jan. 3, 2025

EPA punts municipal waste combustor rule to 2025, others incrementally advance

The move will leave the Trump administration to finalize at least two rules for combustors, including those that process hazardous waste. The EPA separately finalized its rules for commercial and industrial waste incinerators. 

By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 20, 2024

By the numbers: 2024 waste and recycling trends

Reflect on the year through key data points about labor, the economy, M&A, federal and state policy, recycling trends and more.

By Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren , Jacob Wallace • Dec. 20, 2024

Casella-operated New York landfill to close in 2028; Republic appeals Tennessee expansion denial

Current or proposed landfills in Arizona, Hawai’i, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia had recent updates on permitting and other projects. This includes sites operated by WM, GFL Environmental and others.

By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • Dec. 13, 2024

Nexus W2V receives backing to begin first RNG facility outside Chicago

The company first announced plans for growth after an outside investment last year. Now, it hopes its Kingsbury Bioenergy Complex can be the first in a series of “waste-to-value” facilities.

By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 10, 2024

Landfill gas-to-RNG contributes to energy resources while reducing emissions

The RNG market has matured significantly in recent years and regulatory changes, including a potential ITC expansion, could spur even greater development.

Dec. 9, 2024

Biogas investment tax credit finalized with favorable language for RNG

The final rule includes properties that convert biogas into renewable natural gas in a lucrative credit program designed to boost investment in clean energy. Developers are expected to rush to qualify before the end of the year.

By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 6, 2024

Delayed Miami-Dade incinerator plan draws Trump attention while other Florida projects advance

Commissioners in Miami-Dade County again postponed a decision on building a new combustion facility. Meanwhile, projects in Lee, Palm Beach and Pasco counties are taking steps forward.

By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 4, 2024

BP CEO bullish on record RNG pace, plus news from DTE and Waste Connections

Major developers of renewable natural gas projects provided updates on their facility construction progress during last month’s earnings calls. Others, like DTE Vantage, announced project completions.

By Jacob Wallace • Dec. 2, 2024