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Oregon House advances statewide polystyrene foam container ban
After failing an Earth Day floor vote, the bill passed 32-28 out of the Oregon House of Representatives on Tuesday.
By Rina Li • April 24, 2019 -
Lakeshore Recycling Systems one step closer to buying first landfill
CEO Alan Handley explains why the company is pursuing a disposal site in western Illinois after previously vowing never to own one — and talks future growth potential.
By Cole Rosengren • April 24, 2019 -
Report: Global plastic trade's 'staggering' costs in Southeast Asia
Investigative analysis conducted by the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives and Greenpeace East Asia explores the repercussions of plastic pollution for countries that have seen post-China import spikes.
By Rina Li • April 23, 2019 -
Deep DiveUncontained: The complex link between retail and packaging
Retailers know that the environmental effects of packaging are weighing on consumers' minds. But experts say it's not just about getting rid of plastic.
By Kaarin Vembar • April 22, 2019 -
Apple expands electronics recycling, opens material recovery lab
The company reportedly diverted 48,000 metric tons of e-waste from landfill in 2018 and is working to do more — but its policies around product obsolescence and reparability remain a concern to some.
By Cody Ellis • April 22, 2019 -
Advanced landfill in Michigan faces growing legal and regulatory pressure
The Arbor Hills Landfill, which has been targeted with numerous complaints and state violations, faces a potential lawsuit from the Conservancy Initiative as well as legislation proposing hiked fines for ongoing infractions.
By Rina Li • UPDATED: April 22, 2019 at 10:06 a.m. -
Q&ANestlé Waters North America striving for '100% recycling,' wary of plastic backlash
Waste Dive sat down with CEO Fernando Mercé at ISRI 2019 — where he accepted a recycling design award — to discuss plans for greater rPET usage, water bottles becoming a target for activism and more.
By Cole Rosengren • April 17, 2019 -
Deep DiveHow recycling is changing in all 50 states
The latest updates to our comprehensive tracker of recycling program cuts, cancellations and solutions at a hyperlocal level in 20 states – from Arizona to Washington.
By Cole Rosengren • April 17, 2019 -
Q&AUnpacking the international business potential of China's scrap import ban
Closed Loop Partners' Chris Cui spoke with Waste Dive about National Sword's impact on the Chinese recycling industry — and potential opportunities for U.S. stakeholders in the policy's wake.
By Rina Li • April 17, 2019 -
Wheelabrator sues Baltimore County over $32M contract dispute
The suit, which alleges that the county failed to deliver a contractually-guaranteed annual waste tonnage to Wheelabrator Baltimore, comes amid ongoing regulatory pressure on the facility.
By Rina Li • April 16, 2019 -
Unilever packaging to contain 50% recycled material by year end
The company also plans to partner with Walmart to educate consumers on how to dispose of or recycle packaging.
By Matt Leonard • April 15, 2019 -
Starbucks launches £1M 'Cup Fund' for UK recycling programs
Launched in partnership with environmental charity Hubbub, the fund will offer individual grants of up to £100,000 to support paper cup recycling initiatives in at least 10 UK locations.
By Rina Li • April 15, 2019 -
Waste Management to acquire Advanced Disposal Services for $4.9B
The massive deal between the #1 and #4 players is expected to be finalized by early 2020. If approved, it will go down as one of the more pivotal consolidations in recent history.
By Cole Rosengren • April 15, 2019 -
ColumnScrap Collector: NYC drops plastic in stand against 'Big Oil'
Plus: Chevron Chemical Phillips agrees to report data on plastic pellet spills, and a new European report highlights ongoing waste challenges in waterways.
By Rina Li • April 12, 2019 -
Big Waste stocks downgraded over lingering recycling headwinds
Stifel downgraded the industry's top four public companies from "buy" to "hold" ahead of Q1 earnings reports due in part to tough pricing for paper.
By Cole Rosengren • April 12, 2019 -
Minnesota court: State can prioritize WTE over landfill around Twin Cities
Republic Services sued the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency after it enforced a decades-old statute in 2017. The court's ruling leaves financial penalties unresolved, but theoretically upholds the state's preferred hierarchy.
By Cody Ellis • April 11, 2019 -
Closed Loop report calls for increased investment in chemical recycling
The study, conducted by the Center for the Circular Economy, identifies 60 technology providers developing solutions to return waste plastics to material supply chains in the U.S. and Canada.
By Rina Li • April 10, 2019 -
ISRI2019: Recycled paper mill cost structure 'probably never looked better'
Historically low prices for OCC and mixed paper have created a new boom time for mill operators, according to a managing director with BMO Capital Markets.
By Cole Rosengren • April 10, 2019 -
FCC recommended for $226M contract in Omaha, Nebraska
The proposed 10-year collection deal backed by Mayor Jean Stothert would involve switching to carts, commingling yard waste and running a CNG fleet.
By Cole Rosengren • April 10, 2019 -
Tips for sustainable recycling contracts from private, local and state perspectives
As recycling costs rise in many parts of the country, the contract negotiation process has gotten even more complex than usual. Recently, three stakeholders offered their advice at MassRecycle 2019.
By Cole Rosengren • April 09, 2019 -
South Carolina hauler settles EEOC claim that it refused to interview female driver
"American Pride has never hired a female driver and offered inconsistent and varying excuses for its failure to interview [the plaintiff]," the commission said in a statement.
By Lisa Burden • April 09, 2019 -
FCC Environmental officially kicks off Houston recycling contract
The opening of the new MRF marks a major shift in local recycling — including the return of glass — after a protracted bidding process. Meanwhile, another company that was passed over continues its court case against the city.
By Cole Rosengren • April 08, 2019 -
Ohio EPA poised to issue decision on proposed Rumpke landfill expansion
The 240-acre expansion would provide a major Ohio landfill with an additional 25 years of capacity.
By Rina Li • UPDATED: April 4, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. -
Irving, Texas partners with Rubicon for 'smart' collection pilot
The RUBICONSmartCity platform will enable real-time service confirmations, GPS vehicle tracking and documentation of any driver issues.
By Kristin Musulin • April 03, 2019 -
California city weighs terminating 'evergreen' Republic Services contract
Under the current agreement, Huntington Beach, California can't exit its contract with the company for up to 18 years. City council members believe it may be time to initiate the beginning of that process.
By Cole Rosengren • April 02, 2019
