Teamsters stage mock protest against Republic health plan changes

The "practice protest" was intended to put pressure on Republic in advance of a Friday meeting.

By Nicole Wrona • June 27, 2014

Covanta signs waste contract with Boston

The waste will be used to generate power at a Covanta EfW facility.

By Nicole Wrona • June 27, 2014

Grocer settles hazardous waste suit for $3.3M

The company is not admitting to the allegations, but has agreed to settle, in addition to putting protocols in place for disposing of dangerous materials. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 27, 2014

City audit finds $3.3M lost to free waste collection

The Chicago inspector general concluded that 1,393 non-profit properties are receiving free curbside collection, yet are not legally authorized to benefit from this service.

By Nicole Wrona • June 26, 2014

Waste Management announces new CNG fueling station

Operated by the largest waste and recycling company in the U.S., the new facility opened in Melbourne, FL.

By Nicole Wrona • June 25, 2014

Oyster shell recycling project begins in New Orleans

The project is expected to restore coastal reefs while diverting the waste from area landfills.

By Nicole Wrona • June 25, 2014

Bill to protect sanitation workers signed into FL law

The bill requires motorists to change lanes or slow down when approaching sanitation trucks and is part of a national trend to protect waste workers. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 24, 2014

Hauler black-listed by competitors in NE town

Trash Taxi, a new waste company in Lincoln, says it is being bullied by other haulers; the competing businesses maintain that they are protecting the best interests of their customers. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 23, 2014

Tourists discard 2.6 tons of trash on mountain in Philippines

The massive amount of trash left behind by explorers on Mt. Apo may result in similar sanctions to those imposed on climbers by the Nepal tourism authority. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 19, 2014

Teen invents machine that could eliminate 'Pacific Garbage Patch'

The ocean-cleaning invention is viable, according to scientists, and the project is garnering positive support from educational and engineering organizations. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 18, 2014

Steiner, Pickens want policies to push CNG conversion

Waste Management’s David Steiner and natural gas proponent T. Boone Pickens created a united front in their goal to push Washington to establish incentives that would make sweeping changes to commercial fleets across the U.S.

By Nicole Wrona • June 17, 2014

Sanitation department removes NYC trash bins

In an effort to get a handle on illegal dumping in the city, the sanitation department in New York City has removed close to 100 trash cans that formerly lined the sidewalk.

By Nicole Wrona • June 17, 2014

SC county could drop curbside recycling

The cost of equipment upkeep has prompted a county in South Carolina to reevaluate its curbside recycling services. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 13, 2014

Plans for transfer station for NYC waste on hold

Covanta's proposal to construct a holding facility for waste transported from New York by rail is on hold following a request for a review by opponents of the project.

By Nicole Wrona • June 13, 2014

Search of suspect's trash leads to arrest for unsolved crime

An open case spanning almost two decades was finally resolved using clues found in a suspect’s trash can and recycling bin.

By Nicole Wrona • June 12, 2014

How one man and a truck transformed the waste industry

Republic Services wasn't always the giant it is today. Once, it was a one-man operation. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 9, 2014

Waste Management helps local officials monitor crime

Workers at the waste and recycling company have partnered with police to keep the streets of Sarasota, FL safe. And Sarasota isn't the first city to rely on sanitation workers to help patrol criminal activity in understaffed areas

By Nicole Wrona • June 9, 2014

Waste Connections: Small but gaining momentum

The company has 2 million customers compared to Waste Management’s 21 million, but its ability to maintain a stronghold on secondary markets is helping propel it forward. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 6, 2014

Waste contract in CO town hinges on a beetle

The waste contract for Louisville, CO was contingent on one small but deciding factor: the ability to deal with the disposal of an invasive beetle. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 6, 2014

State police officer busted dumping trash illegally

Officer Michael Mariscal left identifying evidence at the scene of the crime, and the police department has launched an administrative inquiry into the incident. 

By Nicole Wrona • June 5, 2014

Oakland, CA faces reality of $30M franchise fee

Oakland has narrowed it down to two haulers for its waste contract, but both proposals come with a controversial fee that some council members are calling a "hidden tax." 

By Nicole Wrona • June 4, 2014

Oakland, CA waste collection fees may increase by 50%

The city is urging the approval of a new contract with hauler Waste Management; Meanwhile, California Waste Solutions claims they were unfairly excluded despite a lower bid. 

By Nicole Wrona • May 30, 2014

PA town hopes to solve trash violations through ticketing

City officials are implementing real-time citations to reduce illegal dumping and other litter infractions, as well as raise municipal revenue. 

By Nicole Wrona • May 29, 2014

Advanced Disposal opens Detroit CNG station

The company has also announced the addition of a significant number of new CNG vehicles to its fleet.

By Nicole Wrona • May 29, 2014

NYC trash to be shipped by rail

The use of rail cars is expected to increase savings and reduce pollution, but will it meet with community resistance?

By Nicole Wrona • May 27, 2014