Industry representatives skeptical of New York City's zero waste plan

Some say the city's aim to divert 90% of waste from landfills by 2030 is more of a goal than a plan.

By Cole Rosengren • July 12, 2016

WRAP survey: Obstacles to cause gate, tipping fee increases at UK MRFs

The recent survey found low commodity prices and increased contamination are causing increased charges at recycling facilities.

By Kristin Musulin • July 11, 2016

Alliance Recycling to shut down after history of citations, fines

The California facility is seen as a lifeline for many local scavengers and a blight by the area's newer residents.

By Cole Rosengren • July 11, 2016

California bottle deposit bill provides short-term fixes, but larger problem remains

A bill aimed at stopping the closure of state redemption centers would end subsidies next year unless a new agreement is reached.

By Cole Rosengren • July 8, 2016

Report: Bioplastics market expected to see big growth by 2020

The BCC Research report estimates that the global market could pass 6 million metric tons within the next four years.

By Cole Rosengren • July 7, 2016

New website launches to highlight global anti-litter campaigns

Sponsored by a U.K. nonprofit, the open source Neat Streets site is meant for sharing strategies and designs.

By Cole Rosengren • July 7, 2016

APR voices concerns over production of plastic cans

The Association of Plastic Recyclers claims producing plastic cans with metal lids is a contaminate to the PET recycling stream.

By Kristin Musulin • July 6, 2016

Regional recycling to resume with completion of Florida-based ECUA's new facility

The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority aims to open its $10.4 million MRF in September.

By Cole Rosengren • July 5, 2016

Registration now required for Houston scrap tire operations

The city has begun enforcing a 2015 ordinance meant to reduce illegal dumping and mitigate the spread of Zika virus.

By Cole Rosengren • July 5, 2016

Eugene, OR launching curbside organic waste collection this year

Up to 1,500 households will have access to a two-year pilot program in the state's second-largest city by next summer.

By Cole Rosengren • July 1, 2016

Newly introduced federal bill would limit e-waste exports

The Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act aims to stop the use of parts in counterfeit operations overseas.

By Cole Rosengren • July 1, 2016

Report: Plastic packaging recycling up in Canada

The Canadian Plastics Industry Association found a 3% increase, due primarily to film and HDPE bottle recycling.

By Cole Rosengren • July 1, 2016

San Francisco unanimously passes strictest Styrofoam ban in US

The sale of nearly every product made from Styrofoam is now outlawed in the city.

By Kristin Musulin • June 30, 2016

Dong Energy REnescience plant contracts with enzyme supplier to clean waste

The U.K. facility will use enzymes to "wash" organic waste as part of a multistep sorting process.

By Cole Rosengren • June 30, 2016

Philadelphia Eagles sign 'extensive' multiyear partnership with waste company

Waste Masters Solutions will be a "solution partner" at the team's stadium and practice facility.

By Cole Rosengren • June 30, 2016

Houston partners with Strategic Materials to add glass drop-off locations across city

10 more locations will be added to make glass recycling easier for residents.

By Kristin Musulin • June 29, 2016

Closed Loop Fund loans $3M to Memphis to launch single-stream recycling

The city is receiving a $3.25 million no-interest loan to buy new carts and convert from its current system.

By Cole Rosengren • June 29, 2016

Kimberly-Clark expands RightCycle program to new manufacturing, industrial sites

The program accepts non-hazardous waste such as gloves and single-use apparel for recycling.

By Cole Rosengren • June 29, 2016

Vermont law spurs recycling, decreases disposal rates

As provisions of the state's 2012 universal recycling law begin to take effect, the results are noticeable.

By Cole Rosengren • June 29, 2016

EPA announces $3.5M in workforce development grants

This continues the agency's long-running program of industry training for unemployed residents.

By Cole Rosengren • June 28, 2016

Newly formed Minnesota Sustainable Growth Coalition sets circular economy goals

25 companies and organizations have formed a public-private partnership to improve the state's waste systems.

By Cole Rosengren • June 28, 2016

IBM Research team discovers way to convert old CDs into new plastic

A team from IBM's Almaden lab announced a method for turning polycarbonates into a stronger form of plastic.

By Cole Rosengren • June 28, 2016

How Brexit decision could backpedal UK's recycling, plastics markets

A new report found the U.K. may scale back on waste diversion targets in the wake of its decision to leave the European Union.

By Kristin Musulin • June 27, 2016

Maryland Environmental Service awarded $5.2M renewed contract in Harford County

The agency will operate Harford County's landfill, yard waste collection facility, recycling program, and a variety of other programs.

By Cole Rosengren • June 27, 2016

Domestic recovery of old corrugated containers reaches record high

The Corrugated Packaging Alliance reported a 92.9% recovery rate for the material in 2015.

By Cole Rosengren • June 24, 2016