Corporate
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Casella landfill expansion settlement calls for PFAS plan by 2024 in Vermont
A local environmental group sought to block the expansion of the state's last landfill over concerns with leachate and odor issues. Now, the parties have reached an agreement allowing the project to move forward.
By E.A. Crunden • Nov. 13, 2019 -
DTG acquires first landfill amid rapid Northwest expansion
The landfill marks a new frontier for DTG, the largest recycler of C&D in the region. The company told Waste Dive it is eyeing further expansion.
By E.A. Crunden • Nov. 08, 2019 -
National plastics draft bill gains momentum amid industry push to tackle pollution
Sweeping nationwide plastics legislation is creeping closer to reality with a new draft. But the plan is likely to meet with resistance from recycling industry groups and product manufacturers, who prefer more voluntary solutions.
By E.A. Crunden • Nov. 06, 2019 -
Waste Management sues Delaware county over ordinance limiting landfill height
The company says new restrictions are specifically targeted at its local C&D landfill, which could potentially be forced to close in a few months. County officials say environmental justice concerns outweigh financial effects.
By E.A. Crunden • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Casella Q3: Northeast still focal point, Pennsylvania could be key to future
The Vermont company is pushing the envelope for landfill pricing – as it ramps up capacity at multiple sites – and is eyeing potential divestments from Waste Management's Advanced Disposal acquisition.
By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 04, 2019 -
Waste Management and DSNY prepare defense for trial over upstate landfill complaints
A New York judge has allowed a case brought by residents around the High Acres landfill to go forward. The dispute echoes growing tensions in the region amid decreasing capacity.
By E.A. Crunden • Nov. 04, 2019 -
Key stories from the New York commercial waste reform saga
The multi-year fight to pass franchise zone legislation has been tumultuous and complex. Catch up with Waste Dive's ongoing, in-depth coverage.
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Looking forward after historic New York commercial waste zone approval
After years of fierce debate and political negotiations, New York's open market system is about to be overhauled under sweeping new regulations. Competitive RFPs will go out next year.
By Cole Rosengren • UPDATED: Nov. 1, 2019 at 9:20 a.m. -
Republic Services Q3: Expect $550M in M&A this year, 'strong' 2020 pace
Republic sees many expansion opportunities within its core capabilities, possibly even in Canada, and reported few economic concerns. Executives also addressed recycling, E&P and labor pressures.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 31, 2019 -
Beverage giants pledge $100M to capture more PET bottles with major recycling groups
Amid growing attention around single-use plastic waste, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper are funding a new voluntary effort. The Recycling Partnership and Closed Loop Partners will manage the initiative.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Waste Connections Q3: Acquisition offers worth $600M on the table
Recent M&A activity was quieter, but the company did close on a greenfield landfill project. Overall financial performance was strong, despite nagging headwinds from recycling and RIN credits.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Federal government and food industry take aim at organic waste with formal commitment
A senior EPA official told Supply Chain Dive the effort is intended to change industry "attitudes and apathy" around the issue of food waste and relieve some confusion around food recovery and donation liability.
By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 30, 2019 -
New York City Council advances commercial zone bill, opponents make final push
The successful vote came after 13 council members endorsed a letter requesting more time to consider a proposal that will dramatically reshape the city's open market system. A final vote is scheduled for Oct. 30.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Faced with market turmoil, public sector leaders seek new approaches for waste and recycling
At this year's WASTECON, officials from around the country laid out their vision for working through market challenges, collaborating with others and addressing climate change.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Republic's Vander Ark: Recycling challenges structural, not cyclical
The company's new president touched on Trump, trade flows, shareholder profits, disposal trends, municipal relations, climate policy and much more during his WASTECON keynote.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Covanta Q3: Commodity challenges endure, waste remains profitable
Even amid ongoing pricing headwinds for metals and energy, Covanta executives say their core business is strong. Tip fees are expected to be up 4% for the year as Northeast disposal capacity tightens.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 28, 2019 -
What will it take to use more recycled content in plastic recycling carts?
The increasingly ubiquitous products still contain lots of virgin plastic. While one new company is advancing a bio-based replacement, others say their models can only handle so much recycled resin.
By Leslie Nemo • UPDATED: Oct. 29, 2019 at 1:13 p.m. -
GFL cancels IPO, vows to keep up M&A pace
Reports indicate the Canadian giant's debt load, and recent net losses amid a period of expansion, made some investors hesitant about the proposed share price.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Waste Management Q3: Consumers driving landfill volumes, industrial activity less certain
The industry giant reported yet another profitable quarter for collection and disposal, warding off ongoing recession concerns and compensating for a bad stretch of recycling commodity prices.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 24, 2019 -
RTS acquires Recyclebank, plans to 'reinvigorate' rewards concept
Once a favorite of service providers and venture capital investors alike, the company has lost ground in recent years. Recycle Track Systems sees new potential for both commercial and municipal expansion.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 23, 2019 -
Tampa to end Wheelabrator operating contract 12 years early
The city plans to take over daily operations of its McKay Bay incinerator in eight months to reduce costs, following a similar move by another city in Washington. Wheelabrator has expressed support for the decision.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 22, 2019 -
The Recycling Partnership calls for $500M circular economy investment by 2025
Describing the current U.S. recycling system as "insufficient," the national nonprofit has debuted an ambitious new roadmap to improve packaging design, material supply and long-term systems funding.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Virginia DEQ revokes Meridian landfill permit following repeated violations, escalating conflict
In an unusual move, state regulators have revoked a permit from Meridian subsidiary CFS after multiple complaints about the company's Tri-City landfill. An appeal is expected.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Alabama ruling hits two landfills with ongoing environmental justice concerns
A ruling over alternative cover practices, which the state allowed, centers around sites run by Arrowhead Environmental Partners and Advanced Disposal Services. An appeal is considered likely.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 18, 2019 -
EPA sued by hazardous waste group over e-Manifest fee increases
The Environmental Technology Council, an industry trade association, is challenging the agency's "excessive" fee increase and seeking a refund. This follows ongoing complaints about the new tracking program's rollout.
By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 18, 2019
