Waste Reduction: Page 29
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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 -
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 -
New York unveils state methane reduction plan with focuses on food waste, landfills
These new priorities are part of Governor Andrew Cuomo's goal to reduce energy sector emissions 40% by 2030.
By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 2017 -
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Report: 5 steps to accelerate citywide organics collection in Denver
A new report from the Colorado Public Interest Research Group and Eco-Cycle says the mountain state capital has fallen behind in composting.
By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 2017 -
Advocates prioritize WTE facility closure during Baltimore 'zero waste' hearing
While closing BRESCO is a goal for some stakeholders, other cities with "zero waste" plans have shown that shifting away from WTE doesn't happen overnight.
By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 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 -
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 -
Nike, H&M join Circular Fibres initiative promoting circular economy
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation last week announced the effort to maximize the use of resources in the fashion industry.
By Daphne Howland • May 15, 2017 -
Improved system design fast tracks The Ocean Cleanup's deployment plans
The Ocean Cleanup, led by 22-year-old Boyan Slat, will now launch its innovation two years ahead of schedule.
By Kristin Musulin • May 12, 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 -
Compost project overcomes local pushback for approval in Chicago suburb
Patriot Acres received approval from Cook County's board of commissioners with promises for ongoing community engagement.
By 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
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 -
DSNY encourages locals to 'make the basket' in anti-litter campaign
The Department teamed up with NYC Parks and the New York Knicks for the campaign, dubbed "Trash Talk New York."
By Kristin Musulin • May 9, 2017 -
Kendall Davis/Waste Dive
OpinionWaste management data: Hidden exhaust equals hidden profit
Data on waste — how much is generated, where it’s produced and what it contains — has applications that even Wall Street is interested in.
By Tammer Kamel • 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 -
Startup introduces 'Internet of Groceries' to push sales while reducing waste
Wasteless has developed a real-time tracking solution for grocery stores to adjust product pricing based on expiration dates.
By Kristin Musulin • May 7, 2017
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