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California container recycling rate hits lowest point since 2008
The state's beverage container rate dipped below 80% in the wake of hundreds of recycling center closures.
By Cole Rosengren • May 17, 2017 -
Republic may suspend service for 4K past-due customers in Louisiana
Residents in the unincorporated area of Lafayette Parish have been put on notice that they could lose service as early as today.
By Cole Rosengren • May 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
For Rubicon Global, corporate chatter fuels a competitive fire
The 'Uber of trash' took the stage at WasteExpo to tout its business model — which many of the industry's top CEOs mercilessly critiqued.
By Cole Rosengren • May 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
[Audio Series] Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive
Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive is a regular audio series that highlights opposing views of hotly debated industry issues.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Business buzz: Top insights and comments from experts at #WasteExpo
The Big Easy was alive this week with Jazz Fest entertainment and brass bands on Bourbon, all setting a festive scene for one of the industry's largest trade shows.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 12, 2017 -
Vermont gives commercial haulers extra year to comply with organics law
Some said they needed more time to prepare, but others that already invested in equipment said this puts them at a disadvantage.
By Cole Rosengren • May 11, 2017 -
Could the use of virtual reality tools become reality across the waste industry?
From the exhibit hall to conference sessions, WasteExpo attendees have been introduced to the opportunities virtual reality could offer. Some challenges — costs and practical uses — are still being figured out.
By Kristin Musulin • May 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
10 tips for proactive facility fire planning (even if you don't think you need them)
One takeaway from a WasteExpo panel: The most well-run facilities are not immune to fires — and operators are not helping themselves by pretending otherwise.
By Cole Rosengren • May 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Waste Management CEO Jim Fish on rethinking recycling and the 'next generation of landfills'
Waste Dive sat down with the industry's top CEO for an update on CNG expansion, the Los Angeles franchise contract and the ideal CTO candidate.
By Cole Rosengren • May 9, 2017 -
Advanced Disposal projects more active year coming off long winter, Greentree Landfill fatality in Q1
Executives touted the CGS acquisition, a new Florida contract and more M&A potential as signs of a strong year to come.
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
Casella posts solid Q1, details plans to 'reinvigorate' acquisition pipeline
The company also indicated ongoing regulatory issues could cause it to close a Massachusetts landfill "in the near future."
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
All options on table in Boston's new 'zero waste' planning process — even franchising
With every contract up for renewal in 2019, New England's biggest city will conduct a wholesale re-evaluation of solid waste policy.
By Cole Rosengren • May 5, 2017 -
ISRI's 2017 legislative agenda exposes potential differences with policymakers
Taxes, trade policy, EPA decisions, state regulations and right to repair are on the recycling industry's radar this year.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
The Ocean Cleanup attracts $21.7M for Pacific trial
The Dutch startup touted this major financial haul before promises of a big announcement next week.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Retrieved from Red River Waste Solutions on May 04, 2017
Red River wins waste and recycling contracts over Republic in Fort Wayne, IN
The move, starting in January 2018, marks the Texas company's entry into the Indiana market.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The Wide World of Waste: New focuses on fuel and a corporate duel
This week's round up covers the latest corporate intrigue, more than a few local property disputes and Canadian litter worth $100.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Sponsored by McNeilus
McNeilus refuse vehicles: The best are always improving
McNeilus' next generation Meridan Front and Zero Radius Side Loaders include enhanced control systems and technology for superior durability and diagnostics.
May 4, 2017 -
San Diego municipal fleet plans full transition to CNG by 2022
The city unveiled a newly-expanded fueling station that currently services 20 CNG trucks and can handle up to 152.
By Cole Rosengren • May 3, 2017 -
New Jersey becomes 15th state to mandate Slow Down to Get Around
The bill is dubbed "Michael Massey's Law" in honor of the late public works employee who was fatally struck by a car while loading a sanitation vehicle.
By Kristin Musulin • May 3, 2017 -
Republic expands CNG fleet, fueling infrastructure in 4 markets
The company has rolled out more than 120 new collection trucks and four new fueling stations in recent weeks.
By Cole Rosengren • May 3, 2017 -
LA Sanitation teams with ERI for new e-waste mail back program
Residents of Los Angeles County can go online to order boxes for a flat rate of $30, $65 or $90 based on size.
By Cole Rosengren • May 3, 2017 -
The Colorado city where residents are required to hide their garbage cans
Fort Collins is stepping up enforcement of an old part of city code that requires all cans to be screened when not in use.
By Cole Rosengren • May 3, 2017 -
Closed Loop report: Upgrading glass systems at MRFs could save $100M
Research shows that investing in new equipment can pay off, especially for facilities taking 10,000 tons or more per year.
By Cole Rosengren • May 2, 2017 -
How Meridian Waste's tech acquisition could spark a competitive advantage
The purchase of Mobile Sciences Technologies could make it more competitive with companies that are putting big resources into mobile apps.
By Cole Rosengren • May 2, 2017 -
Slow Down to Get Around becomes law in Iowa
Iowa is now the 14th state to pass similar legislation in a trend that has recently picked up speed.
By Cole Rosengren • May 1, 2017
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