Recycling: Page 151
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Appalachian Power announces appliance recycling program
Appalachian Power and JACO Environmental are teaming up to implement a recycling services program that rewards consumers with $50 in exchange for getting rid of outdated appliances.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 24, 2014 -
Frying a Thanksgiving turkey? You may be able to recycle your used oil
Collection centers and retailers have established programs that accept used cooking oil for recycling.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 21, 2014 -
This startup devised a way to recycle styrofoam into rigid plastic
A team of entrepreneurs in Mexico created equipment that can render polystyrene into a raw materials used to manufacture hard plastics.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Illinois latest state to propose e-waste recycling overhaul
The bill aims to help cash-strapped electronics recycling programs regain footing by enacting higher recycling goals for manufacturers.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Major UT recycling facilities close abruptly, owner disappears
Three Stone Castle Recycling facilities ceased operations following several fires. And authorities haven’t been able to locate the owner of the company, who seems to have vanished.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 20, 2014 -
How the EPA is tackling the biggest food waste hurdle: Consumers
As more companies attempt to be environmentally conscious, the EPA is attempting to educate consumers with a new toolkit.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 19, 2014 -
NY launches 'Clothes the Loop' recycling initiative
A statewide textile recycling initiative in New York state aims to divert a substantial volume of clothing from the landfill.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Global Green partners with CA town to launch food scrap project
Once underway, the organic pilot program could divert 43% of landfill waste.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Generation 'meh:' Survey finds millennials indifferent towards recycling
Just 33% of young Americans say they "always" recycle, according to a new poll.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Minnesota latest state to launch paint recycling program
The new program's costs are estimated to top $6 million, paid for by manufacturers and small fees on consumers.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 18, 2014 -
'Recycling Ambassadors?' WM hopes online campaign will boost recycling rates
The waste and recycling company has launched a campaign that includes a new online portal highlighting simple steps people can take to increase recycling rates.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Greensboro, NC hopes 'Recycle First. It Matters' campaign will boost rates
Greensboro would stand to benefit from the revenue generated through recycling collections.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 17, 2014 -
Detroit gets curbside recycling, but delays persist
After many false starts, will residents of Detroit, MI see curbside recycling pick-up before the year ends?
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 17, 2014 -
Illinois e-waste start-up aims to create jobs for the disabled
The electronics recycling company was founded by two men with disabilities who had trouble finding employment.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 17, 2014 -
Novelis to transition to high-recycled content Evercan sheets
The aluminum rolling and recycling firm will convert its beverage can sheets to high-recycled content material by 2017.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 17, 2014 -
Philadelphia's recycling rate triples
The city’s recycling rate increased from 8% in 2008 to 21% today. The reason? An aggressive, multi-pronged approach.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 14, 2014 -
Expert: Without regulation, e-waste recycling a big security threat
Experts contend that consumers are at risk for massive data breaches after discarding cell phones and other electronics.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 13, 2014 -
Washington state appellate court overturns biosolids recycling ban
The ruling overturns an ordinance that prevented farmers from using Class B biosolids for agricultural land applications in Wahkiakum County, WA.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 13, 2014 -
Massive carpet fiber recycling project underway at Maine gun range
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection, an environmental solutions company, and the town of Warren collaborated on a project that would remove 27,000 tons of carpet fibers from a local business.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 13, 2014 -
SF's Recology snaps up controversial, embattled Community Recycling
Recology bought Community Recycling and Resource Recovery Inc. and the troubled Crown Disposal amid a string of controversial issues that have plagued the business for years.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 13, 2014 -
Proposed Sonoma, CA compost facility would process 8 tons per day
Sonoma Garbage Collectors is pushing a proposal to construct a composting facility as it appeals to the City Council for support to advance the project.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 12, 2014 -
PepsiCo continues fruitful partnership to benefit disabled veterans
The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities program provides entrepreneurial support to the veterans, while PepsiCo’s involvement grants financing through recycling initiatives.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 11, 2014 -
San Diego, CA recycling firm expands into the Deep South
Complete Recycling opened a new regional office that will ensure the company can cater to its growing client base.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 11, 2014 -
Officials: Metal scrapper responsible for Detroit neighborhood explosion
An illegal scrapper removing copper piping from an abandoned home in Detroit, MI caused an explosion that destroyed 12 homes before the fire could be extinguished.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 10, 2014 -
Score: Repreve partners with UNC Athletics
A basketball game at UNC's Chapel Hill campus will launch the collaboration between the college and the sustainable fibers company.
By Nicole Wrona • Nov. 10, 2014
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