Amazon releases waste diversion metrics as part of larger sustainability plan

The company says it reached an 85% waste diversion rate in 2024. Amazon’s waste and biodiversity director, Justine Mahler, says that’s driven partly by organics diversion programs and ongoing data collection investments.

By Megan Quinn • July 2, 2025

WM projects up to $29B revenue in 2027, driven by recycling and RNG

Executives announced new long-term earnings targets across its business segments and offered updates on plans for healthcare waste, employee retention and landfill capacity.

By Megan Quinn • June 25, 2025

Groups weigh in on EPA’s planned update to landfill air emission rules

The U.S. EPA released 10 white papers last year examining a host of factors that influence landfill emissions. A range of interested parties commented, hoping to influence an expected update to landfill air regulations.

By Jacob Wallace • June 23, 2025

Oregon, New Hampshire, Ohio and Hawai’i lawmakers consider landfill restrictions

Bills meant to restrict landfill expansions or operations are awaiting governors’ approval in several states, while New Hampshire lawmakers are mulling landfill siting provisions in a recent budget bill.

By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • June 13, 2025

Senate confirms John Busterud to lead EPA waste office

Busterud has a background in environmental law and previously served as administrator for EPA Region 9. This is the first time the position has been filled since 2021.

By Megan Quinn • Updated Oct. 7, 2025

Where 3 key waste and recycling bills stand in California

Bills managing marine flares, establishing a tax exemption for certain Chiquita Canyon compensation payments and expanding composting regulations for certain farmers are still in play after a legislative deadline.

By Megan Quinn • June 9, 2025

EQT acquires majority stake in landfill RNG company Waga Energy

The private equity firm completed its acquisition of a majority stake in France-based Waga following regulatory approval. The company’s board was changed after the acquisition, but its management team remains in place.

By Megan Quinn • Updated Sept. 19, 2025

Trump’s EPA budget would cut funds appropriated for waste offices

The budget would cut certain waste and recycling grant programs and enforcement related activities. It would also transition Superfund remediation work to a revenue source boosted in recent years through legislation.

By Jacob Wallace • June 5, 2025

Archaea to have positive cash flow in 2026; RNG news from Rumpke, Veolia and more

BP reported three new Archaea projects came online in the first quarter, including two at Rumpke landfills. Elsewhere, Opal Fuels reported a strong quarter and a new project with Republic Services, among other projects.

By Jacob Wallace • June 2, 2025

Amp grows focus on custom MSW sortation offerings

The company, known for AI-enabled robotics tech, is ramping up its MSW-focused services meant to help extract recyclables and organics to divert material from disposal in landfills-constrained areas. 

By Megan Quinn • May 29, 2025

Waste sector emissions ticked up in 2023, unreleased EPA report finds

The U.S. EPA only published partial information on the country’s greenhouse gas emissions this year. But newly available data suggests the waste industry’s emissions ticked up while overall emissions declined.

By Jacob Wallace • May 27, 2025

Maine, Ohio, New Hampshire debate landfill restrictions

In recent weeks, several bills enhancing restrictions on landfills have advanced in state legislatures. They include new leachate management requirements and new disposal or host fees.

By Jacob Wallace • May 22, 2025

Indigenous-led efforts bolster EPR collection in remote parts of Canada

A new partnership between the Stewardship Agencies of BC and the Indigenous Zero Waste Technical Advisory Group helps improve recycling programs and training.

By Megan Quinn • May 21, 2025

Veolia says incinerator test shows over 99% PFAS destruction

The company's research, shared with the U.S. EPA, aims to lend credibility to incineration. Veolia expects demand for PFAS management services to grow despite regulatory challenges.

By Megan Quinn • May 20, 2025

Washington governor signs laws regulating landfills, expanding organics service and more

Gov. Bob Ferguson signed five laws, including ones that affected renewable natural gas, PFAS in biosolids and plastic bags.

By Cole Rosengren , Jacob Wallace • May 19, 2025

WM President John Morris on AI, autonomous equipment and tech investments

John Morris, who is also the company’s chief operating officer, said AI and tech upgrades for fleets, new route optimization software and autonomous vehicle pilots are helping with labor retention and cost savings.   

By Megan Quinn • May 19, 2025

3 tips for selling waste businesses in 2025: WasteExpo

Keeping up with maintenance and finances long before deal discussions begin can lead to more successful outcomes, said WasteExpo speakers from Kinderhook, WM, Wastequip and others.

By Megan Quinn • May 15, 2025

EPA’s future PFAS manufacturing effluent limitation guidelines raise new questions

The Trump administration will pursue regulations for certain manufacturers of chemicals, plastics and synthetic fibers after pausing implementation of a similar Biden-era proposal. Landfill regulations may come in the future.

By April Reese • May 15, 2025

EPA rolls back part of PFAS drinking water standards

The agency will continue regulating PFOA and PFOS in drinking water, but will extend compliance timelines. It has rescinded rules for four other PFAS chemicals. 

By Megan Quinn • May 14, 2025

Maryland Gov. Moore signs packaging EPR into law

Maryland becomes the sixth state with an EPR for packaging law. It ramps up reimbursement between 2028 and 2030.

By Megan Quinn , Maria Rachal • May 13, 2025

WasteExpo: No ‘one easy fix’ for battery fires, but plenty of options

Industry professionals at this year’s conference called for coordinated battery fire prevention strategies, including integrating newer tech like x-ray sorters, to fight growing battery waste streams such as vapes.

By Megan Quinn • May 12, 2025

Healthcare waste in residential streams keeps growing. Now what?

A combination of policy and education is necessary to prevent worker injuries from needlesticks and hazardous waste exposure, speakers from Stericycle and PSI said at WasteExpo. 

By Megan Quinn • May 9, 2025

WM acquires DC-area WB Waste Solutions

The private, Maryland-based operation was formed by industry veterans Willie K. Goode and Bruce Bates. It includes a range of commercial and industrial hauling and post-collection assets.

By Megan Quinn , Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2025

Biogas market awaits RFS guidance; plus RNG news from WM, Viridi, Vision

The U.S. EPA is overdue to set new alternative fuel targets under the Renewable Fuel Standard. The market for transportation fuels made from biogas may be suffering as a result.

By Jacob Wallace • May 5, 2025

Casella notes positive Q1, recycling efficiencies and insulation from tariffs

Casella also noted four acquisitions so far in 2025 and plans to continue internalizing more landfill tons and updating fleets.

By Megan Quinn • May 2, 2025