Stronger than wood? Researchers unveil new material made from waste

Scientists behind the company Plastinova created a material using plant waste and recycled plastic that could be used for construction.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 17, 2015

Liberty Tire announces restructuring deal

In a move aimed at reducing its debt, the tire recycler's agreement to restructure the company came with a vow to reemerge stronger. 

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 17, 2015

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The Rise of Recycling AI

Artificial intelligence has become increasingly common at MRFs, in collection trucks and even as a tool for consumer education at the point of generation.

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PA Resources Council looks to increase recycling in Pittsburgh apartments

The program is part of an effort to improve the city's stagnant recycling rate.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 17, 2015

NJ county saves $75K through single-stream recycling

Cumberland County, NJ, has experienced a windfall due to savings and rebates after residents adopted the program in January 2014.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 13, 2015

VA touts benefits of animal composting

In a state that sees up to 15,000 deer killed on the roads annually, an innovative prototype has been making it easier for state workers to process the remains.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 13, 2015

TerraCycle launches recycling project with dog food company

The recycling startup announced the "Open Farm Brigade" project to recycle empty bags of dog food. 

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 12, 2015

EPA seeks solutions for recycling CRT

The agency is working to address the problems surrounding cathode ray tube recycling by enlisting the help of the industry.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 12, 2015

Trex makes a full recovery after new CEO takes over

The world’s largest recycled materials manufacturer was going down fast, but since new CEO Ron Kaplan came on board in 2008, the company's stock has risen 900%.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 12, 2015

Sprint announces Smartphone Encore Challenge

The wireless service provider and partner companies have organized a competition for students to design innovative solutions for e-waste from smartphones.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 11, 2015

Safelite recycled 1.3M windshields in 2014

The company established a partnership with Shark Glass Recycling in 2012 to recycle windshields, and effectively diverted 23,000 tons of waste from landfills in 2014.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 11, 2015

EPA recognizes corporations for food waste reduction efforts

The agency applauded participants in its Food Recovery Challenge and WasteWise programs, which strive to eliminate food waste and help feed the hungry.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 10, 2015

North America's Consumer Battery Collection and Recycling Leader Continues Year-Over-Year Growth

Sponsored by: Call2Recycle, Inc., North America’s first and largest consumer battery stewardship organization, increased its total weight of material collected in 2014 for an 18th consecutive year.     With nearly 12 million pounds (5.4 million kilograms) of batteries...

Feb. 10, 2015

Can MI double its lagging recycling rate in less than 2 years?

Lawmakers have set a goal to double the state's recycling rate in an effort to reach the national average of around 35%.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 10, 2015

New company creates apparel from recycled fish skins, crab shells

An Alaskan fisherman is getting ready to launch Tidal Vision, a company that creates clothing and accessories from fishing waste.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 9, 2015

P&G, Unilever join Closed Loop Fund program

The program, which aims to reduce waste through recycling, hopes to invest up to $100 million into cities across the U.S.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 9, 2015

Arrow Electronics buys IT disposal and recycling firm for $84M

The electronics company, based in Englewood, CO, acquired UK-based RDC, a subsidiary of Computacenter UK Ltd.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 9, 2015

Canadian compost container startup scores deal worth $85K

The Greenlid, a compostable bin that stores food waste discreetly in a container made from recycled materials, struck a deal with investors on a reality TV show in exchange for equity.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 6, 2015

BAN launches recycling app for Android

The Basel Action Network now offers the e-Stewards Global Impact Calculator app for Android users.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 6, 2015

New Orleans announces return of glass recycling service

After a decade-long hiatus, the city will now accept glass due to a stipulation in the latest waste contract with a new hauler.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 6, 2015

Norfolk, VA launches recycling app

Recyclers in the city can now use an app that provides access to recycling information, schedules and the local Recycling Perks program.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 5, 2015

AZ recycling workers find explosives in shipment

Employees at a Mesa, AZ, recycling facility called in the bomb squad when they discovered artillery mixed in with the scrap metal delivery.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 5, 2015

Interactive waste bin promotes recycling, positive feedback

A new waste receptacle developed by researchers in Abu Dhabi provides users with positive reinforcement, which is thought to encourage recycling.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 5, 2015

Alter Trading buys WI scrap and recycling firm

The scrap metal processor and recycler acquired Wausau Scrap and Recycling Corp., and now operates around 50 scrap facilities in the Midwest.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 5, 2015

International Paper announces closure of two recycling plants

The largest pulp and paper company in the world plans to shutter its recycling facilities in Denver, CO, and Memphis, TN. 

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 4, 2015

Renters push to end recycling ban in Phoenix apartments

Sustainability advocates are questioning an ordinance in Phoenix, AZ, preventing apartment buildings and commercial businesses from having recycling collection services.

By Nicole Wrona • Feb. 4, 2015