Recycling: Page 148
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Can Maryland's 'zero waste' plan work?
As officials in Maryland announce a proposal to reduce waste statewide, the plan is getting pushback from opponents who say it isn't effective.
By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 5, 2015 -
Rumpke wins award for OH recycling efforts
The waste and recycling company was honored for its continuous environmental contributions to Ohio throughout the past 25 years.
By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 5, 2015 -
Cohen Recycling clinches market with KY metal recycling facility acquisition
The purchase paves the way for Cohen to be the only scrap metal processor with operations in Lexington, KY.
By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 5, 2015 -
State auditor finds discrepancies in HI glass recycling program
A report issued by the state auditor of Hawaii raises questions regarding the usefulness of the glass advance disposal fee law.
By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 2, 2015 -
Upstate Shredding announces $15M heavy media facility in Owego, NY
The scrap metal processor and recycler said it plans to have the building begin operations in the middle of 2015.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 31, 2014 -
Despite all odds, could widespread organics recycling be the key to the future?
Although food waste recycling is not prevalent across the U.S., cities are experimenting with different approaches to address the low recycling rate of organics.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
NYC Housing Authority addresses hurdles to recycling in public housing
A lack of funds for recycling in NYC housing units is causing problems, including lowering the diversion rate across the entire city.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Pratt Industries announces $52M recycled box plant in Beloit, WI
The company, based in Conyers, GA, expects to have the facility operational by January 2016.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Carpet associations form voluntary product stewardship program
The Carpet and Rug Institute and Carpet America Recovery Effort joined forces to create a stewardship program that diverts carpeting from landfills.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Salud: Veolia develops anaerobic digester for CA vineyards, wineries
Veolia Water Technologies introduced a specialized system that breaks down waste from wine production for use around Napa Valley, CA.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Labor Department grants auto parts re-seller SHARP designation
The U.S. Department of Labor has added two U-Pull-&-Pay retail locations into the Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Kuusakoski buys IL-based recycling company
The international recycling firm purchased the remaining shares of Vintage Tech, and now owns the materials processing company.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Study: Aluminum cans now made from 70% recycled content
According to a study conducted by PE International, 70% of the material used to produce beverage cans is recycled.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Organics recycling takes center stage at CT recycling conference
In recognition of the importance of organic waste recycling, the Connecticut Recyclers Coalition trade show was devoted entirely to discussing organics disposal.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 19, 2014 -
Tri State Metal to plead guilty to federal tax charges
The Department of Justice alleges that the Chicago, IL scrapper underreported income to avoid paying taxes.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 19, 2014 -
How Arkansas boosted its recycling rate
The state Department of Environmental Quality reported that its recycling rate increased by 4% in 2014. The reason? Glass.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 19, 2014 -
CA county starts recycling styrofoam
Santa Cruz County in California has purchased a polystyrene recycling machine that will transform the material into a glue, which can then be sold to China for a profit.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
Global system could be the answer to growing e-waste recycling problem
An electronic waste recycling system implemented on a worldwide level has the potential to help emerging countries deal with mounting issues surrounding discarded electronics.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
BioHitech expands institutional food waste recycling
Hospitals in New York and Massachusetts installed the company’s aerobic digesters at their facilities.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
Applied CleanTech, Scottish Water to test wastewater recycling
The San Diego-based startup collaborated with Scottish Water to test its proprietary sewage recycling technology.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
Slam dunk: Waste Management partners with Charlotte Hornets arena
The Charlotte segment of Waste Management announced a partnership with Time Warner Cable Arena and the Charlotte Hornets in North Carolina.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 17, 2014 -
Successful IL county e-waste recycling facilities forced to shut down
A successful electronic waste collection program will end abruptly due to a lack of funding and insufficient subsidies.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 17, 2014 -
NW&RA airs concerns over CA recycling program, waste hauler safety
The trade organization responded to CalRecycle and OSHA in regard to recent proposals in California suggested by the two groups.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 17, 2014 -
EcoATM secures new office in Sorrento Valley, CA
The electronics recycling company inked a deal for 53,000 square feet of office space to house operations relating to its line of e-waste kiosks.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 16, 2014 -
Infamous Atari 'E.T.' cartridge to join Smithsonian video game exhibit
The ill-fated game cartridge, excavated from a landfill in New Mexico in April, has garnered intense interest from gaming fans and cultural institutions alike.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 16, 2014
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