TPS terminations prompt hiring, training changes for waste industry

Waste Pro said at least 33 of its workers were affected by TPS changes after a Supreme Court ruling in June. The waste industry has also been impacted by a CDL rule change affecting some immigrants.

By Megan Quinn • Aug. 21, 2026

Waste Harmonics Keter names former GE exec as CEO

The company announced the new CEO began his role on Monday. He is the third person appointed to the position full time since the company was formed via the merging of Waste Harmonics and Keter Environmental.

By Jacob Wallace • Aug. 18, 2026

The case for fleet reporting: Turning scattered vehicle data into better operational decisions

One view, fewer surprises: how connected fleet reporting changes the game.

Aug. 17, 2026

Amy Lestition Burke departs role as SWANA leader

The long-standing industry group confirmed the leadership change was effective Monday. It plans to have a permanent replacement by the end of the year. Burke departs after less than three years at the helm.

By Jacob Wallace • Updated Aug. 11, 2026

WM expands autonomous equipment plans at Arizona landfill

WM is running an autonomous bulldozer at the Marana landfill in partnership with Caterpillar and will now add other kinds of remote-controlled equipment. It’s a first for the industry and a way to make operations safer.

By Megan Quinn • Aug. 4, 2026

Q2 earnings results for major waste and recycling companies in 2026

Catch up with the latest results from Casella, Republic Services, Clean Harbors, Waste Connections, WM and GFL Environmental.

By Waste Dive Staff • Updated Aug. 11, 2026

Teamsters workers authorize strike at Republic Services Arizona landfill

The union is taking a more aggressive bargaining approach in light of failed negotiations at a Phoenix yard two years ago. Labor officials said an expanded strike fund is also enabling their strategy. 

By Jacob Wallace • July 30, 2026

The Recycling Partnership names new CEO

TRP says it chose Greg Saxon, former COO of ITAD company PedalPoint Recycling, for his expertise in recycling, packaging, procurement and circular economy skills. He succeeds founder Keefe Harrison.

By Megan Quinn • July 15, 2026

Hispanic Waste & Recycling Alliance offers ‘collaborative’ space for growth

Part of NWRA, the new group aims to support job, language and career training and offer a space for innovation and business development for Hispanic and Latino workers in the industry.

By Megan Quinn • July 14, 2026

The route is where the money is — if you know where to look

Most haulers focus on the obvious costs. The real money is hiding inside the route itself.

By Zachary Wilson • July 13, 2026

Casella names new COO, promotes general counsel

Damian Ribar, formerly of Waste Connections, becomes COO as of July 20. Shelley Sayward will add executive vice president to her general counsel title.

By Megan Quinn • July 6, 2026

Waste industry leaders increasingly adopt AI for routing, pricing, safety

At the Waste Leadership Summit, Waste Connections announced plans to spend $100 million on AI through 2027. GFL Environmental, Casella, WM and Republic Services also previewed their new AI strategies.

By Jacob Wallace , Megan Quinn • June 18, 2026

GFL CEO Dovigi talks energy, EPR, AI and plans to double in size

The executive shared his views with Waste Dive on key issues shaping GFL Environmental, including the growth it can unlock from the Secure Waste acquisition and leveraging EPR and AI.

By Jacob Wallace • June 12, 2026

Waste CEO paychecks rose again in 2025. Here’s how much they made.

Waste Dive’s eighth annual report analyzes compensation data for WM, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental, Clean Harbors, Enviri and Casella Waste Systems.

By Megan Quinn , Jacob Wallace • June 3, 2026

Republic to negotiate labor contract in long-running ‘joint employer’ case

After the National Labor Relations Board denied Republic Services’ motion for reconsideration, union officials say they’ll begin negotiations this summer. That comes after a 13-year dispute over Republic’s joint employer status.

By Jacob Wallace • May 20, 2026

When route knowledge walks out the door: The hidden risk in waste collection operations

When experienced drivers or route planners leave, that loss quickly turns into missed pickups, rising costs and service disruptions.

By Jessica Cearfoss, Senior Business Development Manager • May 11, 2026

Casella updates outlook amid positive pricing and acquisitions in Q1

During an earnings call on Friday, executives offered updates on the Star Waste deal, tech upgrades and landfill permitting progress.

By Megan Quinn • May 1, 2026

Former WM CFO to women: Don’t wait for perfect

The importance of extending grace is one of the lessons Devina Rankin shared as she reflected on a decades-long career at the Houston-based company.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 1, 2026

Q1 earnings results for major waste and recycling companies in 2026

Catch up with the latest results from Republic Services, Casella, Waste Connections, WM and GFL Environmental.

By Waste Dive Staff • Updated May 12, 2026

Waste Connections notes positive Q1 despite rising fuel prices

The company insulated itself somewhat from higher fuel costs through hedging and surcharges. It is also seeing benefits from AI-related cost savings, recovering recycled commodities prices and RNG activity.

By Megan Quinn • April 23, 2026

OSHA extends heat emphasis program

The previous initiative lapsed on April 8, but two days later, the safety agency announced an updated outreach, resource and inspection program that will run through 2031.

By Zachary Phillips • April 16, 2026

Trump appoints acting lead for EPA’s waste office

Tom Croci has a background in national security and a familiarity with fellow New Yorker Lee Zeldin, who helms the agency. Croci now leads the Office of Land and Emergency Management.

By Jacob Wallace • March 19, 2026

WM grants ex-CFO Rankin $1M cash bonus

The bonus is in association with a "successful" CFO transition effort, with Devina Rankin passing on the seat to company alum David Reed.

By Grace Noto • March 17, 2026

CDL rule affecting non-citizens taking effect despite waste hauler concerns

Haulers and reps from Teamsters and AFSCME hoped an emergency motion to block the rule would be heard in court, but that case has not yet been resolved. Waste Pro says the rule will affect up to 20% of its drivers in Southwest Florida.

By Megan Quinn • Updated March 16, 2026

Why route optimization is the future of waste industry resilience

Route optimization today is more than just logistics; it creates a fundamental competitive edge in the marketplace.

March 16, 2026