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Study: WRAP program boosts at-store plastic film, bag collection by 125%
"Importantly, these efforts have raised awareness of the ease and opportunity to recycle a variety of plastic film beyond the bag," said Tanya Gray, a solid waste supervisor for the city of Vancouver, WA.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 8, 2016 -
Voluntary recycling program sets record, though WV county feels budget constraints
Even with the success of the program, the budget could be insufficient if the county does not see an increase from commodities, from Entsorga or the council.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 5, 2016 -
IL community working to oust scrap yard from the neighborhood
A December fire was the catalyst that sparked this recent unified and adamant call to action.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 5, 2016 -
New Jersey bill would pump e-waste recycling
If passed, the bill is anticipated to generate cost savings locally while diverting a bulk of New Jersey's contribution to e-waste.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 5, 2016 -
Machinex and Krysteline offering options for glass recycling challenges
Recovered glass can be transformed for use "regardless of size and color."
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 5, 2016 -
Mid America Recycling handing off document services to On-Site Information Destruction
Mid America Recycling will concentrate on recycling and processing, while On-Site Destruction will expand its secure document destruction services.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 4, 2016 -
Researchers find faster, cleaner way to extract gold from electronics
The technology could be beneficial to e-cyclers and other scrap metal recyclers.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 4, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Plastics Recycling 2016: How on-message communication educates consumers
An attorney with the FTC said the more often customers are exposed to "green claims", their understanding deepens of what biodegradable and other terms really mean.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Plastics Recycling 2016: 'Recycling is a business … It's not a charity'
For a conference exploring the upsides and consequences of the niche recycling market, one theme has echoed: plastics recycling, no matter the material or method, is an industry that needs work.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 3, 2016 -
TerraCycle brings cigarette butt recycling to Columbia, MO
The city was particularly interested in reducing cigarette litter on the streets, which helps to keep its creeks clean.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Ohio county considers "waste mall' to receive, process, and sell salvageable materials
So far six "stores" plan to participate, joining under one roof and sharing equipment and facilities.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
San Mateo, CA launches pilot recycling, composting program while reducing trash collections
SBWMA residential and commercial customers divert about 50%, but the goal is to reach 75% diversion by 2020. The 3-month program is a way to help reach that mark.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
CBC report: New York organics collection plan will pose steep logistical, financial challenges
Key recommendations were expanding curbside collections and the installation of in-sink disposers in neighborhoods with sufficient wastewater treatment plant infrastructure.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Plastics recyclers hit hard by low energy prices
One company owner said this has been a wake up call into the connection of commodities around the world and the dependency of the US economy on oil and gas.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 2, 2016 -
SPI launches Zero Net Waste program
The program, developed by a membership workgroup, is intended to provide guidance along the value chain in plastics.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Eureka Recycling, Waste Management competition raising issues beyond financial benefits
Both companies proposed the same revenue sharing split. But Eureka offered a lower processing cost and to waive its revenue share when processing costs outweigh the material's value.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Arizona stakeholders battle over plastic bag ban while questioning cities' authority
"How can a legislature that constantly derides the federal government for getting involved ... tell cities what to do in regard to waste management?," asked Tempe Councilwoman Lauren Kuby.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Rhode Island closes e-waste collection sites as manufacturers cut funding
The state plans to ride out tight times as revenue comes and goes — and the stream of e-waste just comes.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Flint water crisis creates new opportunity for Republic's struggling recycling program
As the people of Flint, MI turn to bottled water for drinking, cooking, and bathing, they're rapidly signing on to recycling services — a situation that Republic Services calls a "silver lining."
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 29, 2016 -
U.S. Army, North Carolina county team to promote foreign solid waste management
The teams will tap into UCPW’s knowledge base in logistics and industry challenges before its deployment to work with overseas governments, security forces, and populations.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Recycle By City's mission to promote consumer education, one city at a time
Through creative visuals and informational quizzes, Tracy Bugh is expanding recycling knowledge for consumers from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.
By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Tennessee awards $4.8M in recycling, composting, and waste oil grants
These projects will provide opportunities for counties and municipalities across the state to enhance their waste reduction and recycling infrastructure, said TDEC.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Coalition calls for pharmaceutical disposal program to replace 'flush' policy
The group wants the FDA to end its "flush list" recommendation and to work with other agencies to establish consistent messaging about proper disposal of pharmaceuticals.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 28, 2016 -
NJ Gov. Christie vetoes e-waste recycling, paint stewardship bills
The Association of New Jersey Recyclers has responded with dismay and surprise to the two vetoes.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 27, 2016 -
Jupiter Aluminum files lawsuit alleging $8M scrap supply scam
The complaint names former employees and vendors for fraud, and Jupiter says a subsequent investigation turned up irregularities in relationships between them.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 27, 2016
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