UPDATE: Providence mayor vetoes bag ban, could sign new version

Mayor Jorge Elorza said that concerns about how this policy could affect low-income communities weren't properly addressed.

By Cole Rosengren • March 29, 2018

UPDATE: Gainesville, FL passes 'zero waste' policy

The Florida city has a broad plan to hit a 75% recycling rate by 2020. This latest move includes taking steps to consider bans on single-use plastic bags and polystyrene foam containers.

By Cole Rosengren • March 26, 2018

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is even bigger than first thought

The ocean gyre is now thought to spread over an area more than double the size of Texas and contain 1.7 trillion pieces of microplastic.

By Cody Boteler • March 23, 2018

Starbucks committing $10M for work on recyclable, compostable cups

Starbucks is joining with Closed Loop Partners to distribute research grants in a "moon shot for sustainability."

By Cody Boteler • March 22, 2018

Closed Loop Partners expand Southeast Asia ocean plastics initiative

The expanded partnership includes PEMSEA, the first intergovernmental organization to formally join with the partners' Closed Loop Ocean initiative.

By Cody Boteler • March 6, 2018

UPDATE: Kent County, MI issues RFI for new 'sustainable business park'

The Michigan county is looking for "innovative" solutions to hit its 90% diversion target by 2030.

By Cole Rosengren • March 6, 2018

London supermarket tests BYO container concept

In an effort to cut down on packaging waste and promote a more relaxed environment, grocers are letting customers bring their own containers to stock up on bulk items.

By Cody Boteler , Erika Kincaid • March 6, 2018

UPDATE: Super Bowl achieves 91% diversion rate

Nearly 63 tons, of a total of 69 generated tons, were diverted.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 23, 2018

Taiwan joins the ranks of those banning single-use plastic

Taiwan's announcement comes shortly after Scotland, the European Union and some multinational corporations said they were all taking steps to phase-out single-use material.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 23, 2018

Rubicon's sustainability VP talks contamination, markets and circular economy

Waste Dive recently spoke to David Rachelson about the company's new "RUBICONMethod" for setting up and maintaining successful commercial recycling programs.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 21, 2018

Scotland looks to ban single-use plastic straws by 2019

Scotland would be the first European country to enact a nationwide ban if the proposal passes.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 20, 2018

Big ideas in play as Boston Zero Waste Advisory Committee convenes for first time

PAYT, commercial waste franchising and better illegal dumping enforcement were among many topics covered as members began a 9-month planning process.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 13, 2018

Behind the curtain of the Los Angeles franchise rollout

All seven service providers — including Waste Management, Republic Services and Athens Services — publicly addressed transition issues for the first time during a six-hour hearing.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 8, 2018

Louisville, KY publishes 10-year solid waste plan to hit 90% diversion goal

Jefferson County, home to Louisville, currently has a residential recycling participation rate of just 30%.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 5, 2018

New regulations in California brought more haulers into the food recovery world

New hauler partnerships and funding, both in Los Angeles and statewide, have helped increase the volume of donations for longstanding nonprofits.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 1, 2018

A 'match.com' for furniture: How Green Standards reduces bulk waste

Waste Dive spoke with Trevor Langdon, executive general manager of Green Standards, about how the company works to reduce the amount of bulky office furniture that winds up in landfills.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 1, 2018

Waste Management Phoenix Open aims to again be world's largest 'zero waste' event

To prevent waste from going to landfill, organizers coordinate with vendors to offer compostable or recyclable products and to clearly mark on-site bins.  

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 31, 2018

UPDATE: DSNY awards Resource Recycling Systems $1M contract for 'save-as-you-throw' study

The three-year deal is a notable step forward in what is expected to be a complex implementation process.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 29, 2018

UPDATE: Honolulu City Council defers decision on sending recyclables to WTE

Council members want to wait for a comprehensive study of island waste management options due in November.

By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • Jan. 26, 2018

Is recycling only a Band-Aid? The TerraCycle CEO thinks so — and has plans to change the equation

"If everything became practically recyclable, that would harm TerraCycle's business, for sure," said Tom Szaky. "And I hope it happens. Full stop."

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 25, 2018

Study: Increase packaging, reduce food waste

Ameripen found countries which have more packaged food tend to waste less food than countries with less packaging.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 24, 2018

Worldwide circular economy award recognizes U.S.-based Closed Loop Partners

AMP Robotics, creators of new AI technology for MRFs, was also recognized as a "digital disruptor" at the event in Davos.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 24, 2018

Dallas will mandate multifamily recycling by 2020

The new City Council ordinance is expected to set off a flurry of activity for property owners and service providers.

By Cole Rosengren • Updated June 13, 2018

Coca-Cola aims to recycle 100% of its packaging by 2030

The beverage giant also set its sights on an average of 50% recycled material in its packaging by 2030.

By Cody Boteler • Jan. 19, 2018

Weekly series to spotlight waste world's 'pioneers and changemakers'

The initiative from non-profit organization be Waste Wise aims to diversify viewpoints and access beyond the usual trade show or academic circuits.

By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 16, 2018