Environmental, Social and Governance


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    Q&A

    NWRA CEO Hoffman says ‘playing offense’ is key to better industry representation

    Michael E. Hoffman discusses his first few months on the job and the association’s outlook on important policy and regulatory changes related to EPR, climate and the upcoming election.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    LRS releases first sustainability report, unveils emissions reduction plan

    LRS’ sustainability report offers baseline greenhouse gas emissions data and a general plan for reducing emissions from landfills and fleet vehicles while maintaining recycling rates and continuing to improve safety rates.

    By Oct. 3, 2024
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    Notable waste and recycling conferences in 2025

    The C&D World Conference & Exhibition and EREF Summit on Landfill Emissions are the latest industry events to add dates for 2025. 

    By Waste Dive Staff • Updated Dec. 11, 2024
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    Veolia North America sets baseline GHG emissions, touts PFAS work

    The French company released a global sustainability report and companion data for North America. It recently had its decarbonization targets verified by the Science-Based Targets initiative and set an emissions reduction road map.

    By Sept. 19, 2024
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    Recology reports further emissions reductions, plans for new regulations

    The employee-owned company based in California released its fifth annual sustainability report. Last year it set new targets to reduce emissions from landfills and facilities.

    By Aug. 21, 2024
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    Republic ups guidance amid stronger commodity prices, despite lower volumes

    The company said a weak construction market and the shedding of some contracts will likely lower volumes through 2024. However, underlying financial metrics remain strong thanks to strong pricing growth.

    By July 25, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Satellite and flyover tech advances for landfill methane as industry seeks more clarity

    WM is testing a range of emissions detection options as it works to solidify a measurement system by next year. This comes as more groups are launching satellites and asking the U.S. EPA to update its regulations.

    By Leslie Nemo • July 9, 2024
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    Enviri outlines long-term plans for ‘complete suite’ of PFAS services, rail divestment

    During an investor day event, Enviri touted plans to offer a broad range of PFAS services as part of its move to become a full-service environmental remediation company and potentially hit $2.7 billion in revenue by 2027.

    By June 25, 2024
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    Leachate disposal in a PFAS-filled world

    Leachate disposal has always been challenging for waste facilities, but PFAS has significantly complicated the process. Explore  how landfill operators can manage PFAS in leachate, navigate new regulatory challenges and implement innovative treatment methods to protect drinking water and the environment.

    By Leanne Hersey • June 3, 2024
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    Republic shareholders nix Teamsters’ proposal to report labor impact of climate policies

    A strong majority of shareholders voted against the proposal, which sought to compel Republic to more explicitly detail how its investments in automation and artificial intelligence affect workers.

    By May 30, 2024
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    Casella president outlines growth plans for mid-Atlantic and other priorities

    Ned Coletta, roughly six months into his role as president, is working on multiple aspects of the company’s strategy. He recently shared updates on disposal capacity, PFAS treatment, RNG projects, training and more.

    By May 16, 2024
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    Common wastewater challenges and how to solve them

    For many businesses, wastewater offers unique challenges that require best-in-class solutions.

    April 22, 2024
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    SEC stays climate-risk disclosure rule as it works through legal challenges

    The agency maintains that the regulation is within the agency’s authority and said it “will continue vigorously defending the Final Rules’ validity in court.”

    By Lamar Johnson • April 4, 2024
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    How 3 large states want to address waste with federal climate funding

    The U.S. EPA received 45 state priority climate action plans, the first step in accessing Climate Pollution Reduction Grant funding.

    By March 21, 2024
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    Q&A

    SWANA CEO envisions collaborative environment to build safety, culture

    Amy Lestition Burke, SWANA’s new CEO, says building partnerships can make the industry and the organization stronger and better resourced to take on climate change and an evolving workforce.

    By March 19, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    How a new wave of clean fuels bills could spur a biogas boom

    New Mexico became the fourth state to enact a program, which has the potential to give biogas projects from landfills and on-farm digesters a boost. Could more states soon follow?

    By March 13, 2024
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    Clean Harbors’ environmental services segment continues hot streak to end 2023

    The company projects another year of growth for its environmental services segment in 2024 thanks to capital investments and acquisitions. It’s also making changes to boost its struggling Safety-Kleen business.

    By Feb. 22, 2024
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    GFL 2023 earnings

    GFL posts record solid waste pricing, sees expansion opportunities through EPR and M&A

    Continued strong pricing, combined with volume shedding of subpar contracts, contributed to margin expansion in solid waste. That trend combines with other tailwinds as GFL continues to improve its debt.

    By Feb. 21, 2024
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    SWEEP certifies first company for environmental achievement

    Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery is the first in a pilot cohort to receive certification under the standard, which recognizes achievement in sustainable materials management practices.

    By Feb. 9, 2024
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    How Dubuque, Iowa reduced residential waste volumes

    Dubuque wanted to educate its 20,000 residential customers on proper waste disposal practices.

    By Rubicon • Jan. 22, 2024
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    By the numbers: Key 2023 waste and recycling trends

    Look back on the year through data points on issues such as labor, M&A, federal funding, state policy and commodity pricing.

    By , , Dec. 22, 2023
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    Stericycle sets net zero GHG goal in latest sustainability report

    The company aims to achieve a net zero scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions goal by 2050 and reduce its injury rate through new driver training and other improvements.

    By Nov. 28, 2023
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    Waste Connections’ Mittelstaedt talks industry changes, improvements during time away from CEO job

    Ron Mittelstaedt discussed how trends in sustainability, technology and investor interest are “rapidly changing” the waste industry during a session at the Corporate Growth Conference.

    By Nov. 21, 2023
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    WM’s chief sustainability officer on the future of recycling

    Tara Hemmer sees WM’s recycling investments as key to its overall sustainability strategy. Technology will allow WM to respond to customers’ changing sustainability needs in coming years, she said.

    By Nov. 10, 2023
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    Final TCFD report notes growth in climate disclosures as task force disbands

    There has been “steady momentum” in the number of companies disclosing information aligned with the group’s recommendations, but the report said more progress is needed to mitigate climate risks.

    By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 30, 2023