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Iowa crayon recycling program shows cost of handling unique items
The small city of Maquoketa is trying to make a dent in the large amount of annual crayon waste but can't afford the cost.
By Cole Rosengren • May 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive: Advice from 8 of the industry's top CEOs
In this special podcast episode, the Waste Dive team sat down with eight CEOs — including Jim Fish and Ron Mittelstaedt — to ask for advice on everything from leadership to company culture.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 22, 2017 -
ISRI: US scrap exports create more than $28B in economic activity
The association has released new export data to support its agenda and coincide with World Trade Week.
By Cole Rosengren • May 19, 2017 -
Ellen MacArthur Foundation offering $2M to rethink plastic packaging
The prize money will be split between two categories — one focused on recycling solutions for small items, like straws, and one focused on broader packaging solutions.
By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 2017 -
California container recycling rate hits lowest point since 2008
The state's beverage container rate dipped below 80% in the wake of hundreds of recycling center closures.
By Cole Rosengren • May 17, 2017 -
AF&PA: Paper recovery rates rise as capacity declines
Both statistics follow recent annual trends in the paper market, while overall containerboard capacity continues to rise.
By Cole Rosengren • May 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
For Rubicon Global, corporate chatter fuels a competitive fire
The 'Uber of trash' took the stage at WasteExpo to tout its business model — which many of the industry's top CEOs mercilessly critiqued.
By Cole Rosengren • May 16, 2017 -
South Carolina county moves forward on construction of $24M MRF
The Charleston County project will replace an outdated facility and could help spur a regional partnership with other counties.
By Cole Rosengren • May 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
[Audio Series] Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive
Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive is a regular audio series that highlights opposing views of hotly debated industry issues.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Unilever tests new recycling method for plastic pouches in Indonesia
If successful, the "CreaSolv Process" could be expanded to other markets as part of the company's 2025 circular economy pledge.
By Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Bill to revamp Illinois e-waste system moves forward
Amendments to the 2008 law would shift manufacturer obligations from a weight-based standard to a convenience standard.
By Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Foam fight: DSNY bans polystyrene again amid renewed recycling push from industry
The city announced a new ban that will start in November following a council hearing on recycling the material.
By Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 market insights from Republic's recycling VP
Waste Dive spoke to Republic's Vice President of Recycling and Sustainability Pete Keller on weight-based goals, China's "National Sword" campaign and more.
By Cole Rosengren • May 15, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive: Is mixed waste processing the key to higher diversion rates?
In this episode of Waste Dive's audio series, EcoHub Chief Science Officer Rob Watson and Eco-Cycle Solutions Director Kate Bailey weigh in on the benefits and challenges of the one-bin approach.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Business buzz: Top insights and comments from experts at #WasteExpo
The Big Easy was alive this week with Jazz Fest entertainment and brass bands on Bourbon, all setting a festive scene for one of the industry's largest trade shows.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 12, 2017 -
Courtesy of Casella Waste Systems
Deep DiveCEO John Casella talks GDP growth and getting fair returns on invested capital in recycling
The Casella Waste Systems CEO and chairman sat down with Waste Dive to discuss landfill expansions, Northeast recycling laws and the future of the economy.
By Cole Rosengren • May 11, 2017 -
Vermont gives commercial haulers extra year to comply with organics law
Some said they needed more time to prepare, but others that already invested in equipment said this puts them at a disadvantage.
By Cole Rosengren • May 11, 2017 -
Study: Sustainable packaging becoming a must-have among retailers, manufacturers
As consumer preferences push sustainability, green packaging is becoming a competitive sales advantage within the CPG industry.
By Jennifer McKevitt • May 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
10 tips for proactive facility fire planning (even if you don't think you need them)
One takeaway from a WasteExpo panel: The most well-run facilities are not immune to fires — and operators are not helping themselves by pretending otherwise.
By Cole Rosengren • May 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Covanta CEO Stephen Jones on WTE opportunities and the long road to 'zero waste'
Waste Dive caught up with Jones for the latest on a Virginia fire, municipal contract strategy and new uses for combustion ash.
By Cole Rosengren • May 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Waste Management CEO Jim Fish on rethinking recycling and the 'next generation of landfills'
Waste Dive sat down with the industry's top CEO for an update on CNG expansion, the Los Angeles franchise contract and the ideal CTO candidate.
By Cole Rosengren • May 9, 2017 -
UPDATE: Maryland Gov. Hogan signs 2 bills to increase focus on organics processing
Supporters believe the bills could put Maryland on a path to eventually passing an organics diversion requirement similar to existing laws in Northeast states.
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
Advanced Disposal projects more active year coming off long winter, Greentree Landfill fatality in Q1
Executives touted the CGS acquisition, a new Florida contract and more M&A potential as signs of a strong year to come.
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
Casella posts solid Q1, details plans to 'reinvigorate' acquisition pipeline
The company also indicated ongoing regulatory issues could cause it to close a Massachusetts landfill "in the near future."
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
All options on table in Boston's new 'zero waste' planning process — even franchising
With every contract up for renewal in 2019, New England's biggest city will conduct a wholesale re-evaluation of solid waste policy.
By Cole Rosengren • May 5, 2017
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