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Industry Dive/Waste Dive
New Plastics Economy announces circular design winners
Six winners were chosen for their work in re-imagining grocery stores, to-go coffee cups and disposable packaging.
By Cody Boteler • Oct. 6, 2017 -
ReCommunity and Ann Arbor, MI settle contract lawsuit with no monetary damages
Following an August court decision, both sides are set to walk away more than a year after Ann Arbor terminated the contract.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 5, 2017 -
China's trade policies make dent in stock prices of top companies
Stifel downgraded all publicly traded service providers except Waste Connections, citing expectations for a tough Q4 and 2018.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 5, 2017 -
ISWA Insights: What the US industry can learn from its global counterparts
The top international trade association's leaders on China, climate change, what the U.S. has in common with Brazil and more.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Surprise OCC price drop seen as latest sign China is serious about new trade policy
A reduction in import licenses has hurt export prices, doubled domestic prices in China and led to reports of stockpiling.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Municipal cans, rats and recycling: Challenges and success stories from Baltimore
Three waste and recycling officials from Baltimore recently gave their takes on what Baltimore is doing well, and what challenges remain for the city.
By Cody Boteler • Oct. 3, 2017 -
St. Paul, MN considers ban on to-go food containers that aren't recyclable
If the ban becomes a law, businesses would have one year to make the mandated changes.
By Cody Boteler • Oct. 3, 2017 -
Recycle Track Systems quietly expands with offices in DC and Philadelphia markets
The New York-based technology company has seen increased interest in its service, with plans for Chicago and Boston next.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: Closed Loop Partners CFO talks China and extracting value from the supply chain
The partners mainly invest in domestic ventures, but are starting to look at Latin America and southeast Asia as regions for future projects.
By Cody Boteler • Oct. 2, 2017 -
Orlando, FL chosen as pilot city for 'Beyond 34' recycling initiative
In a new campaign, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pulling stakeholders together to move the national recycling rate beyond 34%.
By Cody Boteler • Sept. 28, 2017 -
The 10 most common OSHA workplace violations of FY17
The top violations, which nearly mirror last year's list, serve as a reminder that all industries must increase hazard mitigation.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 27, 2017 -
New ordinance will likely shutter 16 redemption centers in Fresno, CA
If passed in a final vote, the ordinance will close nearly three quarters of the city's CRV recycling centers, pressuring grocery stores to step up as alternative redemption locations.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 26, 2017 -
New York overhauls solid waste regulations for first time in decades
"It’s a long time coming. It’s like the train coming out of the tunnel," said NWRA's Steve Changaris, who offered insights on how these regulations may impact the industry.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 26, 2017 -
ISWA President: 'Waves of change' are coming to the waste industry
A worldwide survey showed that most waste professionals think big data, sensors and mobile apps are the areas that most need investments by their companies.
By Cody Boteler • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: Waste Management CEO on hurricanes, China and the future of MRF labor
Waste Dive spoke to Jim Fish for updates on weathering market shifts, Los Angeles franchise implementation, robotics and more.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: Prepping for WASTECON/ISWA 2017 with SWANA's David Biderman
The show, which will attract attendees from the U.S., Europe and beyond, will cover six core topics including climate change, smart tech and energy recovery.
By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Recyclers limit accepted materials in face of Chinese import ban
"It's a bit chaotic," ISRI Senior Director of International Relations Adina Adler told Waste Dive.
By Cody Boteler • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Illinois EPA to develop statewide diversion collection location tool
State officials anticipate that the tool will be ready for consumer use by early 2018.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Minneapolis releases 'zero waste' plan, awaits council approval
The proposed plan includes recommendations for adjusting collection schedules to encourage recycling and composting, and exploring a non-exclusive franchise system.
By Cody Boteler • Sept. 21, 2017 -
DSNY issues $34M RFP to operate 3 city compost sites with potential for more
The contract would cover existing food and yard waste operations, including on Rikers Island, with potential for future locations.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Wilmington, DE stops decades-long practice of free collection for 97 commercial accounts
The Delaware city has spent unknown amounts of money, likely hundreds of thousands of dollars, for this service.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Houston's curbside recycling collection suspended with no immediate plans to resume
Residents still have drop-off access for recyclables, but the city has determined that curbside resources are needed elsewhere during post-Harvey recovery.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Industry panel: Time is running out for a smooth transition on China scrap policies
Barring results from a U.S. trade mission next month, or other surprise developments, many are warning of a tough start to 2018.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
DSNY says the hard work of reaching 'zero waste' by 2030 is just beginning
During a City Council progress hearing, the DSNY commissioner asked for support on big issues such as PAYT and franchising.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
In advocating material reuse, WWF and partners hope to create 'cascading value'
After sharing visions and goals at the 2017 Verge Conference, World Wildlife Fund, The Recycling Partnership and other groups want to encourage material reuse and waste reduction.
By Cody Boteler • Sept. 19, 2017
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