Waste Reduction: Page 26
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Study: Anaerobic digestion could reduce microplastics in sludge
Anaerobic digestion, more than other processing methods, may be the best way to remove microplastics from wastewater sludge.
By Cody Boteler • Aug. 1, 2017 -
DC suburb becomes one of few Virginia cities to offer curbside organics collection
Starting this month, residents in Falls Church, VA can opt into collection service from The Compost Crew, subsidized by the city.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Talkin' Trash with Waste Dive: Organics diversion is here to stay in NYC. What's next?
Waste Dive caught up with five organics experts during the recent NYC Food Waste Fair to discuss processing capacity, limitations and future opportunities.
By Cole Rosengren • July 31, 2017 -
WWF and research teams to investigate food waste on farms
Researchers will look for ways to maximize crop use and increase the proportion of crop that's delivered to customers.
By Cody Boteler • July 28, 2017 -
Austin, TX to continue Simple Recycling program despite drop in customers
The program had only 1,501 customers in May, compared to 5,530 in December 2016.
By Kristin Musulin • July 26, 2017 -
GMA survey: Nearly 60% of Americans have discussed meaning of date labels
The wide range of date labels — from "enjoy by," to "sell by," and everything in between — is problematic, according to the Grocery Manufacturers Association.
By Cody Boteler • July 26, 2017 -
Minnesota county mulls organics diversion requirement by 2022
Hennepin County commissioners are also looking at a commercial diversion requirement as another way to meet a 2030 state goal.
By Cole Rosengren • July 25, 2017 -
2 new initiatives seek to reduce food waste within the supply chain
The University of Arizona's W.P. Carey School of Business announced the proposals.
By Jennifer McKevitt • July 25, 2017 -
UPDATE: New Jersey Gov. Christie passes bill to halve food waste by 2030
S-3027 was signed into law on July 21, establishing a statewide goal of 50% reduction in the next 13 years.
By Cole Rosengren • July 24, 2017 -
Seattle reports 59% diversion rate in 13th consecutive year of progress
Though even this city, which is often held up as a recycling paragon, recognizes it may struggle to hit a goal of 70% diversion by 2022.
By Cole Rosengren • July 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Talkin' Trash: Quotes on plastic pollution and 'catastrophic' trade regulations
"The safety of our employees is our top priority," and other quotes you may have missed.
By Cody Boteler • July 21, 2017 -
Philadelphia Eagles stadium will soon be home to a BioHiTech Global digester
This follows the installation of a digester at the team's training facility and is part of ongoing sustainability efforts.
By Cole Rosengren • July 21, 2017 -
Study: 8.3B metric tons of virgin plastics have been produced; only 9% recycled
Billions of tons of plastic have been produced since plastic production took off after World War II — and 79% of that plastic has wound up in a landfill or as pollution.
By Cody Boteler • July 20, 2017 -
Closed Loop Foundation awards grants to 8 food waste projects
The organization will invest $350,000 in food waste solutions that can be replicated across the U.S.
By Cody Boteler • July 19, 2017 -
SWANA, CRRA finalize zero waste certification course
Nearly two years after the course was announced, it is now available to offer an overview of various principles and practices in zero waste.
By Kristin Musulin • July 19, 2017 -
Minneapolis reports strong participation but low volumes in curbside organics collection
An estimated 43% of eligible households have signed up since the program was rolled out last summer. Now, the city is trying to increase education.
By Cole Rosengren • July 17, 2017 -
Opinion
How high-tech tracking systems used by airlines can cut grocery food waste
RFID tags have been used for years to track clothing inventories and luggage, and according to Avery Dennison's Francisco Melo, have led to a 20% reduction in discarded items by stores.
By Francisco Melo • July 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Talkin' Trash: Quotes on rat crackdowns and the economics of waste reduction
"Ethical concerns don’t sway businesses, so there is also the financial argument that if you're throwing out food you’re wasting money," and other talking points you may have missed.
By Cody Boteler • July 14, 2017 -
Hefty EnergyBag expansion seen as complement to curbside, drop-off plastic options
Grant funding of $100,000 from the Dow Chemical Company and Keep America Beautiful is the latest step after two municipal pilots.
By Cole Rosengren • July 14, 2017 -
UPDATE: Despite controller concerns, Philadelphia extends Bigbelly contract
Philadelphia plans to acquire nearly 300 more Bigbelly Solar compactor units at no cost to taxpayers.
By Cody Boteler • July 14, 2017 -
Mayor releases Lincoln Environmental Action Plan to 'green' Nebraska's capital
The draft highlights plans to increase environmental sustainability in the areas of energy, land use, transportation, waste and water resources.
By Kristin Musulin • July 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
NYC Food Waste Fair to offer businesses 'soup to nuts' display of reduction and diversion
The first-of-its kind event by the Foundation for New York's Strongest will feature industry exhibitions, workshops and more.
By Cole Rosengren • July 12, 2017 -
Greenpeace: Apple, Samsung products among biggest contributors of e-waste
When assessing devices across 17 brands, Greenpeace and iFixit found that around 70% of surveyed batteries were "impossible or difficult" to replace.
By Cody Boteler • July 11, 2017 -
Miami-Dade County, FL may combat dumping with garbage fee hike
The county's garbage fee has not been increased since 2006, which has led to neglected services and staff cuts.
By Kristin Musulin • July 10, 2017 -
Recycle Track Systems receives $11.7M investment to strengthen market position
The investment aims to boost RTS's presence as a "market leader" and will aid the company in helping cities like New York reach zero waste goals.
By Kristin Musulin • July 7, 2017
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