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Waste and recycling industry PACs largely avoid campaign contribution changes post-insurrection
Waste Management, Republic Services, the National Waste & Recycling Association and Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries all previously donated to members of Congress who voted against certifying presidential election results.
By Cole Rosengren • UPDATED: Jan. 15, 2021 at 9:31 a.m. -
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Deep Dive9 questions about the future of waste and recycling in 2021
As we gear up for another eventful year, Waste Dive will be focusing on trends around ESG, M&A, recycling policy, market development, PFAS, local budgets, collection technology, safety, diversity and much more.
By Cole Rosengren , Megan Quinn , Maria Rachal • Jan. 13, 2021 -
Deep Dive
5 CFO trends to watch in 2021
Greater attention to ESG metrics, real-time data and the wind-down of LIBOR are among the trends you may see this year.
By Jim Tyson • Jan. 12, 2021 -
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Vaccine rollout boosts medical waste volumes, as workers wait for their shot
States will determine where waste workers fall in line for the coronavirus vaccine, including those responsible for properly disposing of materials from the mass inoculation.
By Maria Rachal • Jan. 07, 2021 -
How COVID-19 is changing packaging
The pandemic-accelerated shift to e-commerce has driven changes in automation, packaging size, consumer perception of packaging and waste, and design for more return-friendly packaging.
By Jen A. Miller • Jan. 06, 2021 -
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Covanta's $60M ash processing contract in Honolulu signals next step in closing local landfill
The project involves construction of a processing facility that will divert an estimated 60% of incinerator ash from Oahu's only MSW landfill, which is slated to close by 2028.
By Megan Quinn • Jan. 06, 2021 -
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Recology names new CEO Coniglio, following retirement of longtime leader
Sal Coniglio's elevation to the top job comes six months after he became chief operating officer. This move caps off former CEO Mike Sangiacomo's 37-year stint at the major California-based private company.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 05, 2021 -
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Waste industry secured nearly $812M in first batch of PPP loans, as stimulus bill sets up second round
Rubicon led the pack with a nearly $9.78 million loan in the Paycheck Protection Program's first round, which helped the sector retain more than 66,000 jobs. The new package puts a fresh $284 billion up for grabs.
By Maria Rachal • Dec. 23, 2020 -
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2020 shapes up as major year for M&A, consolidation in waste and recycling industry
Waste Management, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental, Wheelabrator and many others all had a particularly active stretch of deal-making across numerous states.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 15, 2020 -
New England M&A heats up as Wheelabrator, Boston Carting Services expand
The private equity-backed players are just two examples of companies making moves in a region many view as primed for consolidation. As other companies expand their footprints, there may be more to come.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 15, 2020 -
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Vanguard Renewables eyes national anaerobic digestion expansion with new alliance
Initial members of the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance include Unilever, Starbucks and Dairy Farmers of America, all of which will direct their organics to a rapidly expanding network of Vanguard facilities across the country.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 14, 2020 -
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GE announces first US wind turbine blade recycling program with Veolia
Blades, the only turbine component not getting recycled, will now be shredded to replace raw material for cement manufacturing with lower CO2 emissions.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • Dec. 11, 2020 -
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Continuus Materials pursuing new Pennsylvania plant for paper and plastic recovery
The manufacturer of Everboard, a unique roofing material, sees opportunities to use more plastic packaging in addition to its usual feedstock of cartons. Construction could begin as early as next year.
By Leslie Nemo • Dec. 10, 2020 -
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Republic Services highlights plastic market limitations, clarifies EPR stances, in report
A recent report, stemming from a shareholder resolution this year, shows the financial complexities around managing mixed plastics. It's also the latest sign of an industry shift on the rising producer responsibility discussion.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 09, 2020 -
Dive Awards
People of the Year: Waste and recycling workers
The entire industry has stepped up during a significantly challenging year, but none of it would be possible without the frontline workers who put themselves at risk to keep it all running.
By Waste Dive Team • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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The Waste Dive Awards for 2020
During a year of crisis and challenge, these are some of the people, groups and initiatives that met the moment.
By Waste Dive Team • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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Q&AHow Harsco reimagined its Clean Earth division mid-pandemic as a national hazardous waste player
President David Stanton discusses building a new business following the acquisition of assets from Stericycle, pandemic effects, recycling opportunities, and the big potential around managing PFAS waste.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 08, 2020 -
Sustainability reporting nearly universal among large companies, survey finds
Although some reporting standards are widely used, there isn’t a single framework for companies to ensure accurate measurement and communication of their environmental impact, a KPMG survey found.
By Robert Freedman • Dec. 04, 2020 -
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Diageo pledges 100% recyclable packaging, 50% supply chain emissions reduction by 2030
After falling short on some 2020 goals, the maker of Guinness and Smirnoff laid out plans to reduce emissions and improve packaging recyclability through 2030.
By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 02, 2020 -
Were the diversity promises of the summer for the long haul?
Executives from Comcast, Morgan Stanley and Robin Hood shared their thoughts on employers' strategic commitments.
By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 01, 2020 -
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Q&AQuest CEO talks first acquisition, weathering pandemic and growing demand for sustainability
The "asset-light" company's national platform of commercial accounts took a hit this year, like many others. Leader Ray Hatch, formerly of Oakleaf, sees signs of a recovery and more potential deals ahead.
By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 30, 2020 -
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MRF Summit: Despite pandemic setbacks, 2020 shows bright spots for recycling
Speakers at the event highlighted the booming use of robotics, declining contamination and improved market pricing as positive signs; while international trade policy continues to present complications.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 24, 2020 -
Former Recology executive charged with laundering bribes worth more than $1M in San Francisco
The two charges against Paul Giusti stem from alleged attempts to influence former city Public Works Director Mohammed Nuru, who was arrested earlier this year, in exchange for his approval of rate increases and other actions.
By Cole Rosengren , Gloria Gonzalez • Nov. 24, 2020 -
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Brand interest in reuse rising, but it still accounts for less than 2% of plastic packaging market
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's latest progress report on where consumer goods companies stand on the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment shows substantial work ahead toward a more circular economy.
By Karine Vann • Nov. 20, 2020 -
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Q&AUrgency around climate change, plastics ramps up circular economy interest in US
Georgia Sherwin of Closed Loop Partners highlights how the concept is becoming more tangible for businesses, with a look at implications for reuse models, policies and diversity in the sector.
By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 19, 2020
