Recycling: Page 73
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Thailand temporarily stops plastic, e-scrap imports
The move is temporary, but the country's Department of Industrial Works is said to be working toward a permanent ban.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 26, 2018 -
Fiberight, CP Group CEOs: Why new Maine project is built for this market moment
Craig Stuart-Paul and Terry Schneider provide the latest updates on a long-awaited Maine facility and what comes next.
By Cole Rosengren • June 25, 2018 -
'Beyond 34' report outlines ways to boost national recycling rate
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative worked with Orlando as a test case, which has led to recommendations for other municipalities who aim to improve recycling rates, highlighting the positive impact on local economies.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 22, 2018 -
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Pennsylvania MRF to become one of first to take flexible packaging
The Materials Recovery for the Future initiative has partnered with J.P. Mascaro & Sons to launch this high-profile pilot, which according to Resource Recycling Systems, will process the fastest-growing form of packaging.
By Jake Thomas • June 22, 2018 -
California recycling centers form new trade group in fight for survival
Protect CRV will help organize and advocate for a sector of the industry that has seen hundreds of closures in recent years.
By Cole Rosengren • June 21, 2018 -
Q&A
Recycling Perks' Bill Dempsey: 'trash and recycling is local'
Given the upheaval in the recycling industry, Dempsey's company looks to improve efficiencies through localizing programs through partnering with businesses, nonprofits and community outreach.
By Jordan Schultz • June 20, 2018 -
State bill could relax California recycling requirements due to China impact
The latest version of AB 3108, progressing through the senate, would allow CalRecycle to factor in market effects when assessing compliance with state recycling targets.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 19, 2018 -
Recycling in Pensacola, Florida to resume in July after 9-month lapse
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority MRF is stepping in after months of material being disposed without public knowledge.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 19, 2018 -
New technology to reduce food waste at grocery retailers
Apeel Sciences is debuting its plant-based film to slow the rate of spoilage at the warehouse club and Harps Food Stores — a discovery that could help curtail food waste.
By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2018 -
Why Nebraska's biggest MRF is done with commercial single-stream
First Star Recycling's recent policy change is aimed at preserving cardboard quality, but may also inspire broader changes in the Omaha market.
By Cole Rosengren • June 15, 2018 -
Vermont temporarily eases recycling and organics requirements
The state will allow mixed paper disposal until 2019 and has pushed back implementation of a residential organics collection requirement yet again.
By Cole Rosengren • June 14, 2018 -
US recycling businesses recognized as 'Best for the World'
B Lab recognized Rubicon Global, Recycle Track Systems and Recyclebank among the certified B Corps honored for 2018, with the goal that someday all companies would strive to achieve such status.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 13, 2018 -
US, Japan abstain from Ocean Plastics Charter, reactions vary
Leaders devised action plans for increasing plastics' recyclability and cleaning up coastlines, but opinions on the charter and its effectiveness vary widely.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 12, 2018 -
More Idaho cities join Boise for specialty mixed plastics recovery
A newly launched regional program is being watched closely by the packaging industry, plastics processors and environmental groups.
By Cole Rosengren • June 11, 2018 -
UN Environment report offers 10 recommendations to curb single-use plastics
The report gives a global outlook on the "state of plastics" using data and case studies from more than 60 countries.
By Kristin Musulin • June 8, 2018 -
Organizations, governments pledge to reduce plastic waste
To celebrate World Environment Day (June 5) and World Oceans Day (June 8), organizations and countries are making big pledges to reduce or eliminate more plastic material.
By Jordan Schultz • June 8, 2018 -
WestRock now open to any buyer of Newberg, Oregon mill
The company wants to scrap the paper recycling equipment, despite growing domestic fiber processing demand and an interested buyer.
By Katie Pyzyk , Jordan Schultz • Updated June 15, 2018 -
Michelin's sustainability increases with tire recycling subsidiary Lehigh Technologies
Michelin is set to ramp up its recycled content while boosting its bottom line as its subsidiary provides feedstock savings.
By Jordan Schultz • June 6, 2018 -
San Diego set to ban expanded polystyrene products in 2019
The ordinance, which still needs one final step of council approval, will also require businesses to only offer plastic utensils and straws on request.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Oct. 16, 2018 -
With recyclable packaging, Purple Carrot says it's rooting for the environment
The meal kit company's new corrugated boxes are made from 95% post-consumer material, using a recycled cellulose paper fiber liner and 100% water-filled, drain-safe and disposable ice packs.
By Alicia Kelso • June 6, 2018 -
Recycle BC launches flexible packaging collection
Traditionally non-recyclable plastics are now accepted at drop-off sites around the province to be converted into fuel or used for research purposes.
By Jake Thomas • June 6, 2018 -
CCIC scrap shipment inspections set to resume for US
The Chinese government had originally suspended China Certification and Inspection Group (CCIC) North America for one month, halting inspections and certificate issuance.
By Cole Rosengren • Updated June 5, 2018 -
Nonprofit touts benefits of housing deconstruction over demolition
A Delta Institute report explores how deconstruction processes can divert waste from the landfill and reduce consumption of virgin materials.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 5, 2018 -
Indonesian government delays tight fiber inspection policies
The Indonesian previously announced plans for a 100% pre-shipment inspection policy in 2018, which were set to take effect this month.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated April 4, 2019 -
CalRecycle recommends comprehensive e-waste updates
Proposed changes to the 15-year-old program include recognition of newer devices and a push toward extended producer responsibility.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 30, 2018
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