BioCycle: Residential food collections grew by 8% in 2014

According to research released by the composting publication, more municipalities are offering residents curbside organics collections, paving the way for an increase in the diversion rate. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 21, 2015

MD issues executive order to increase recycling, raise diversion rate

Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley issued the statewide order last week, and it will take immediate effect.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 20, 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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US Ecology launches redesign in effort to unify brand

The environmental services company decided to unify the brand to reflect the firm's core values and strengthen its image. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 20, 2015

Forget the trees—entrepreneurs make paper using PET bottles

Cronology, a startup in Mexico, has devised a method for converting used PET bottles into paper at a reduced cost and with less reliance on natural resources.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 16, 2015

EPA: Majority of toxic chemical waste in US is recycled

The Environmental Protection Agency released its report outlining where toxic waste ends up. Figures show that 84% of the waste was recycled in 2013.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 16, 2015

Researchers: Waste water can be purified through freezing

Finnish researchers found that when waste water freezes, the different layers that are formed separate, leaving clean water and concentrated waste water.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 16, 2015

CA town puts anti-scavenging law into effect

The measure will combat the loss of recycling revenue by haulers.

By Randy Lilleston • Jan. 15, 2015

Lawrence, NJ tries again on organic waste curbside collection

The town will become the second in the county to implement a food waste program, if enough residents sign up for services after a previous attempt failed. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 15, 2015

NYC moves ahead with foam foodservice container ban

The city took the action after determining the products could not be efficiently recycled. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 15, 2015

BioHitech, Avangard partner to tackle food waste

The two companies will work together to expand sustainable food waste and establish zero-waste initiatives. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 15, 2015

Nulife announces CRT recycling facility in VA

The new facility will be capable of processing up to 10 metric tons of glass every day.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 14, 2015

Sims Recycling unveils wind turbine at Sunset Park MRF in NYC

The turbine will generate power for the MRF.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 14, 2015

Waste and recycling startup Rubicon gets $30M investment

Rubicon Global plans to use the investment to scale operations and fund research and development for new recycling technologies. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 14, 2015

Report: Foundry sand recycling benefits humans, environment

In a report released by the EPA, USDA and Ohio State University, it was stated that foundry sands are beneficial to the environment and are considered safe for the population. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 14, 2015

GreenWorks recycling facility opens in MA

The plant is capable of processing 30 tons of recyclables per hour.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 13, 2015

Waste Pro opens $6.5M MRF in Ocala, FL

The plant will handle about 24,000 tons annually of plastics, paper, cardboard and metal.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 13, 2015

ERI announces partnership with Wharton

The agreement aims to develop solutions for mounting e-waste recycling issues and create best business practices focused on sustainability.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 13, 2015

VT town could drop city-funded curbside recycling

A new law passed to encourage recycling could have the opposite effect.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 13, 2015

Iowa City expands curbside recycling program to boost rate

Iowa City, IA increased the variety of recyclables that can be accepted in residential curbside collections.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 12, 2015

Kuusakoski acquires remaining shares of Vintage Tech Recyclers

The acquisition will give the companies an opportunity to merge their processes while enhancing customer service.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 12, 2015

CalRecycle approves changes to CA's carpet recycling program

The recycling agency approved a payment increase by CARE that is expected to encourage carpet recycling in California.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 12, 2015

CA recycling facility to shutter over escalating costs

Rolling Hills, CA’s Palos Verdes Recycle Center announced that it would shut down its operations in March, citing high costs and competition. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 9, 2015

Composting Council aims to tackle senior hunger with new partnership

The Council and the National Foundation to End Senior Hunger established a common goal of spreading awareness of hunger affecting older citizens in conjunction with the issue of food waste.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 9, 2015

WA announces fluorescent light recycling program

The initiative is designed to help improve compliance with mercury laws, and for the benefit of the environment. 

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 8, 2015

Appliance recycling rebates boosted in Massachusetts

Mass Save has increased the rebates offered to consumers who recycle older refrigerators and freezers.

By Nicole Wrona • Jan. 8, 2015