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Portland, OR's regional government weighs options as 30-year landfill contract nears end
Waste Management hopes that the city will continue to use its Columbia Ridge Landfill, though officials are exploring all options.
By Cole Rosengren • April 17, 2017 -
Dozens dead after dump site landslide in Sri Lankan capital
Investigators believe a methane explosion may have caused the disaster at a controversial site in Colombo.
By Cole Rosengren • April 17, 2017 -
Ohio landfill seeks state approval for expansion to extend life until 2068
The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio's proposed 50-acre expansion could avert the costs of siting a new landfill in the future.
By Cole Rosengren • April 11, 2017 -
UPDATE: Republic withdraws permit applications for coal ash disposal at Georgia landfill
Former President Jimmy Carter wrote a note last year urging Republic and its shareholders to stop the Broadhurst Environmental Landfill disposal plans.
By Cole Rosengren • April 6, 2017 -
UPDATE: Seneca Falls, NY board delays decision to keep Waste Connections landfill open
The board has held off on approving Local Law 2, which would overturn a 2016 law requiring Seneca Meadows Landfill to close.
By Cole Rosengren • April 6, 2017 -
New Jersey landfill looks for ways to protect birds from invisible flares
The site is looking at short-term fixes, though switching to a gas capture system is seen as one of the best long-term solutions.
By Cole Rosengren • March 31, 2017 -
SCS Engineers CIO: Industrywide drone adoption is 'a few years out'
During a session at SWANApalooza, Jay Hatho explained the industry is "just starting to scratch the surface" of drone usage for landfill monitoring.
By Kristin Musulin • March 31, 2017 -
Residents file lawsuit against 7 companies, New York town over landfill exposure
The complaint alleges that contaminants in waste from the former Love Canal landfill have made local residents sick.
By Cole Rosengren • March 28, 2017 -
Milpitas, CA will change disposal site for extra $1.2M due to community relations
The city made the decision to avert potential litigation from residents in neighboring San Jose.
By Cole Rosengren • March 27, 2017 -
Report: Annual DSNY export costs to reach $420M by 2021
A new analysis from the New York City Independent Budget Office highlights the growing cost of the post-Fresh Kills reality.
By Cole Rosengren • March 27, 2017 -
UPDATE: Jefferson County, KY to sue state over waste bill passed by Gov. Bevin
The local solid waste board made the decision in a special meeting on the basis that this new law violates the state's constitution.
By Cole Rosengren • March 23, 2017 -
Idaho solid waste district approves plans for gas-to-energy facility at landfill
The Milner Butte Landfill is expected to generate $31 million in gross revenue over the next 20 years.
By Cole Rosengren • March 22, 2017 -
Report: Massachusetts could be left with only 1 landfill by 2021
Overall waste generation decreased slightly in 2015, though exports increased and overall disposal capacity is on the decline.
By Cole Rosengren • March 21, 2017 -
UPDATE: Death toll from landslide at Ethiopian waste dump climbs to 113
It is still unclear what caused the deadly collapse at the landfill site.
By Kristin Musulin • March 16, 2017 -
Maryland county considers credit card readers, PAYT at landfill
Commissioners in Carroll County see both changes as a way to modernize operations and improve diversion.
By Cole Rosengren • March 16, 2017 -
European Parliament votes for 70% recycling target by 2030
This is a positive step forward in negotiations for a Circular Economy Package that contains a number of big goals.
By Cole Rosengren • March 15, 2017 -
Casella to address Southbridge, MA landfill expansion in town ballot question
The residents of Southbridge can submit a non-binding vote about the controversial site's expansion in June.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2017 -
NWRA, SWANA release emerging industry technology guide for municipal officials
The document intends to educate elected officials on newer types of processing facilities to ensure informed decisions when considering various opportunities.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • March 13, 2017 -
High winds from Midwest storms affect landfills in multiple states
Intense gusts carried litter beyond landfill borders and even caused one Michigan site to close early.
By Cole Rosengren • March 9, 2017 -
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Proposed Kentucky coal ash rules take another step toward approval
Only one more committee approval is needed to enact what some say are less stringent requirements for disposal.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Organics may offer most growth potential for creating renewable energy from waste
Multiple industry stakeholders have weighed in on the obstacles and projected growth of thermal, biogas and anaerobic digestion technologies.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Former Louisiana landfill manager suspected of stealing $77K in public money
A state investigation found that a former Tangipahoa Parish landfill employee may have been altering tip fees to enrich himself for years.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Austin City Council votes against renewing $7.7M Republic contract
The choice of landfill became the main issue around this contract for city facilities and special events.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
DSNY selects Waste Management for $3.3B Brooklyn export contract
Progressive backed out of a similar 20-year contract last year and Covanta was also in the running.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 21, 2017 -
Michigan will allow Advanced Disposal to flare gas at contentious landfill
The strategy is intended to address an ongoing odor issue that has led to a class action lawsuit, but relief will not be immediate.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 17, 2017
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