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Washington bill would fine noncompliant landfills; Waste Connections faces lawsuit
Also this month: Two Virginia landfill proposals get different reactions; Arkansas residents sue WM; and Casella sues New Hampshire regulators over permit denial.
By Jacob Wallace • April 28, 2025 -
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Republic posts strong start to year amid ambiguity around credits, tariffs
The company reported financials for the first quarter of the year. Executives said their sustainability projects and underlying business were on solid financial footing in Q1 despite macroeconomic uncertainty.
By Jacob Wallace • April 25, 2025 -
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Waste Connections highlights ‘better than expected’ Q1 amid tariff uncertainty
CEO Ron Mittelstaedt said strong pricing and “outsized” M&A activity continues. The company reiterated its Q2 outlook and said it’s planning to insulate from macroeconomic factors like tariffs.
By Megan Quinn • April 24, 2025 -
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EPA’s Zeldin says agency will announce PFAS updates in ‘coming weeks’
During a Monday press conference, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said unspecified PFAS announcements were on the way and noted the agency is well aware of waste industry concerns over potential PFAS regulatory impacts.
By Megan Quinn • April 22, 2025 -
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Colorado draft landfill emissions rule features faster well installation, remote monitoring
The rule would bring Colorado in line with other states that have taken a stronger stance than the federal government on landfill methane emissions.
By Jacob Wallace • April 21, 2025 -
(2025). [Photograph]. Retrieved from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
EPA speeds up West Lake Landfill cleanup timeline after Zeldin visit
The changes mean responsible parties, which include Republic Services, could hire a contractor to begin remediation work 12 to 18 months sooner than previously expected.
By Jacob Wallace • April 15, 2025 -
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Trump targets state climate laws, escalates deregulatory agenda
The White House is targeting state laws related to climate and environmental justice, which could ensnare waste laws covering organics or landfills. It also told federal agencies they can repeal certain rules without public comment.
By Jacob Wallace • April 14, 2025 -
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EPA confirms SWIFR, REO grant funding disbursement on track
EPA will move forward with awarding the second round of solid waste and recycling grants. The news comes after uncertainty over the status of numerous federal funding opportunities for the waste and recycling sectors.
By Megan Quinn • April 14, 2025 -
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New Mexico governor signs 2 laws banning PFAS
The newly signed laws ban PFAS in most products and designate PFAS-containing firefighting foam as a hazardous waste, a move to more tightly regulate PFAS cleanups in the state.
By Megan Quinn • April 9, 2025 -
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Republic to up landfill odor measures in California; Seneca Meadows expansion debate
Elsewhere, WM’s Florida expansion faces opposition, Republic is looking to expand a Colorado landfill and an Illinois landfill is set to close.
By Jacob Wallace • April 2, 2025 -
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MassRecycle urges faster waste reduction action amid climate change
The group’s annual conference included perspective from Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer, as well as an update on a possible universal organics disposal ban and efforts to advance EPR for batteries.
By Cole Rosengren • March 31, 2025 -
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After the fires: Managing piles of ash and lost homes in California
The Los Angeles County fires destroyed thousands of properties. Local residents, including a National Recycling Coalition member, now face cleanup and rebuilding decisions.
By Barbara Hesselgrave • March 28, 2025 -
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California poised to ramp up landfill emissions regulations
The state just announced a new satellite monitoring program, and key officials are lining up in support of a new landfill methane rule. Advocates are eager for that process to start.
By Jacob Wallace • March 26, 2025 -
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What a new ‘waters of the United States’ rule could mean for waste facilities
The U.S. EPA plans to solicit feedback and tighten the language on its “waters of the United States” definition, which guides federal water permits. Changes could ease the permitting process for waste facilities.
By Jacob Wallace • March 25, 2025 -
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Breaking down what deregulation means for landfills
The U.S. EPA has already issued new language regarding enforcement of landfill emissions rules and reporting requirements. Experts say other impacts could take months or years to unfold.
By Jacob Wallace • Updated March 24, 2025 -
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Three ways to refresh workplace safety initiatives
Mixing up employee safety programs, taking a fresh look at data and getting leadership more involved can add pep to flagging safety initiatives, said speakers at the Waste Advantage Safety Summit.
By Megan Quinn • March 21, 2025 -
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Waste and recycling is now a $100B industry, report says
The industry continued to see consolidation among public companies, especially in disposal activities, in 2024.
By Jacob Wallace • March 21, 2025 -
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WM eyes growth from healthcare trends as it integrates Stericycle
WM sees future healthcare trends, such as the growth of at-home healthcare, as a business opportunity as it works to ramp up Stericycle’s McCarran incinerator and plans a rebrand, said Rafa Carrasco.
By Megan Quinn • March 17, 2025 -
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LRS breaks into Indianapolis market with new collection contract
The Midwest company will take over collection contracts currently held by Republic Services and WM. LRS will also help roll out citywide recycling collection services in 2028.
By Megan Quinn • March 14, 2025 -
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EPA revisiting dozens of climate, environment rules in ‘day of deregulation’
The agency said it would roll back a range of rules and programs, including some that are foundational to its climate change work. A new WOTUS definition is expected, as well as rollbacks to an emissions reporting program.
By Jacob Wallace • March 12, 2025 -
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GHGSat research shows landfills are undercounting methane emissions
The satellite monitoring company’s 2023 site-level data underscores the importance of technology in obtaining a more accurate picture of landfills’ greenhouse gas emissions, executives said.
By Jacob Wallace • March 12, 2025 -
(2024). "P6210154" [Photograph]. Retrieved from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Gaps in Oregon landfill emissions rule allow some operators to avoid reporting, group says
A Beyond Toxics report argues that exemptions from Oregon’s landfill gas emissions rule have allowed operators to avoid monitoring large areas of their landfills. The group is supporting a bill it hopes would address the issue.
By Jacob Wallace • March 7, 2025 -
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Maryland’s recycling needs assessment sheds light on possible EPR impacts
A newly released assessment, along with a recommendation report from a stakeholder group, could both help shape EPR for packaging legislation this year.
By Megan Quinn • March 6, 2025 -
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Colorado’s proposed landfill methane rule may include first-ever provisions
State regulators are exploring measures such as an end to open gas flaring, the installation of biofilters and allowing advanced monitoring technologies.
By Jacob Wallace • March 5, 2025 -
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Waste companies report RNG progress; plus news from Aemetis, Waga and more
Despite companies like BP shifting away from renewables, major waste companies continue to advance renewable natural gas projects at their landfills. RNG companies also reported strong results to end the year.
By Jacob Wallace • March 4, 2025
