For the first time in 15 years, Maine looks to improve solid waste laws

"This bill is the kitchen sink, it's got everything in it. Some things people are not going to like," said Sen. Tom Saviello.

By Arlene Karidis • Dec. 1, 2015

Goody, goody Gumdrops: The little pink spheres that are solving a sticky waste issue

560,000 tons of gum is chewed every year, and this company has a solution to keep it off of streets and out of landfills.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 30, 2015

Retailers vs. consumers: Who's to blame for textile waste?

Only 15% of the textile waste produced each year is recycled. How can the rest be diverted from the landfill?

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 30, 2015

Austin, TX mandates construction and demolition recycling

About 1,500 projects that would now fall under the mandate had generated 152,000 tons of concrete, metal, lumber and other waste in 2014-2015.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 30, 2015

Utah county overwhelmingly opts for BluCan recycling program

87% of Washington County’s qualifying residents opted to participate in the service, which could drive residents' monthly fee down to about $3.10.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 24, 2015

FCC secures 15-year contract for Dallas MRF

The contract — which may extend up to 25 years — could be valued at $300 million over its lifetime. 

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 23, 2015

Pennsylvania's recycling rate up 22% in five years: study

Pennsylvania’s combined recycling efforts contribute $4.2 billion annually to the state's economy.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 23, 2015

Detroit cracks down on curbside violations with $100 fines

The city is working to issue warning notices and educate residents on curbside container rules. 

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 20, 2015

Dynamic Recycling acquires Minnesota Computers to strengthen e-cycling presence

The e-waste recycling company expands into a third state and builds its corporate portfolio with the acquisition.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 19, 2015

Phoenix Recycling opens cheaper recycling alternative in Colorado

The new recycling facility will save Durango, CO money while providing job opportunities. 

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 19, 2015

Resolute Forest acquires Atlas Paper for $156M

The acquisition could generate another $23 million annually for Resolute Forest.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 19, 2015

Why a circular economy is crucial for profits

US Chamber of Commerce's Jennifer Gerholdt says the shift to a circular economy could unlock nearly $4.5 trillion in economic growth.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 19, 2015

San Antonio: 'Dirty diapers are garbage. That's the bottom line'

The City of San Antonio has invested in education to protect recycling equipment and workers from disposed diapers and other hazardous wastes.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 19, 2015

Zero waste: An attainable goal?

Waste Dive caught up with Elemental Impact founder and CEO Holly Elmore to ask the practicality of reaching zero waste.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 18, 2015

$800K grant awarded to PSU for improved nuclear waste disposal

Penn State's Nuclear Energy University Program is addressing a fuel recycling challenge by looking for ways for elements to be separated, removed, and reused.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 18, 2015

Finding new life for glass: How Rumpke profits from the 'scourge of recycling'

Cincinnati, OH-based Rumpke is the only solid waste management company in the country operating its own glass recycling plant, according to its director of recycling.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 17, 2015

Arkansas recycling rates climb with government encouragement: report

An Arkansas DEQ report showed Arkansas' recycling rates climbed this year, despite decline in value of some recyclable materials.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 17, 2015

Denver's Clear Intentions sets up glass-only recycling bins

The glass recycling company collects about 25 tons of glass per month, and plans to recycle 100% of it.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 16, 2015

D.C. tech startup ZeroCycle promotes 'friendly competition' in recycling

ZeroCycle coins an out-of-the box way to track recycling behaviors and jumpstart healthy competition among neighborhoods.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 16, 2015

How Keep America Beautiful turned the nation green on #AmericaRecyclesDay

Did you take the pledge to recycle more?

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 16, 2015

Adrian Grenier to Uber around NYC, collect e-waste for Dell initiative

The Entourage star and Dell Social Good Advocate is helping divert e-waste from landfills while promoting upcycling.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2015

QRS of Maryland launches $15M Baltimore-based plastics recycling facility

Supported by Closed Loop Fund, the plastics facility will process 4,500 tons of materials a month — nearly double the current capacity, domestically.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 13, 2015

Republic opens new $35M Las Vegas recycling center

The Southern Nevada Recycling Center will be capable of processing two million pounds of recyclable material per day. 

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2015

Huntington Beach, CA bucks implemented plastic bag ban

California's Huntington Beach repealed its plastic bag ban legislation after fighting other "eco-friendly" bans.

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 12, 2015

75 industry stakeholders push competition to boost recycling in Michigan

The Michigan Recycling Coalition and Consumers Energy challenge stakeholders to plan and pitch state recycling schemes.  

By Arlene Karidis • Nov. 12, 2015