Waste Reduction: Page 30
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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 -
The Ocean Cleanup attracts $21.7M for Pacific trial
The Dutch startup touted this major financial haul before promises of a big announcement next week.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The Wide World of Waste: New focuses on fuel and a corporate duel
This week's round up covers the latest corporate intrigue, more than a few local property disputes and Canadian litter worth $100.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Report: More federal funding, attention on food waste needed in 2018 Farm Bill
A comprehensive Harvard Food Law and Policy Clinic report highlights 23 recommendations to prevent, recover and recycle wasted food.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Nespresso launches curbside collection pilot for controversial coffee pods in London
Residents in two neighborhoods can recycle the company's aluminum pods in special purple bags for the next six months.
By Cole Rosengren • May 3, 2017 -
Organics diversion pilot announced for LAX restaurants
Los Angeles is taking its food waste diversion efforts to two airport terminals, with the potential for expansion to all nine if successful.
By Cole Rosengren • May 2, 2017 -
Closed Loop report: Upgrading glass systems at MRFs could save $100M
Research shows that investing in new equipment can pay off, especially for facilities taking 10,000 tons or more per year.
By Cole Rosengren • May 2, 2017 -
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San Diego County sets goal of 75% diversion by 2025
This new plan for the county's unincorporated areas will nearly triple the current per-ton franchise fee paid by haulers.
By Cole Rosengren • May 1, 2017 -
New York touts cost savings from recycling progress at state agencies
New procurement practices, increased C&D recycling, campus composting and other tactics have led to a 78% diversion rate.
By Cole Rosengren • May 1, 2017 -
European Commission takes countries to court for illegal landfills, outdated standards
The European Union is often seen as a leader on waste policy, but Romania and Slovenia aren't keeping pace.
By Cole Rosengren • April 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The Wide World of Waste: Local issues connect industry
A look at the unspotted trends, latest updates and weird news from around the industry.
By Cole Rosengren • April 27, 2017 -
Los Angeles BPW establishes Zero Food Waste Task Force
The initiative will bring together multiple agencies to address organics in conjunction with the city's franchise system.
By Cole Rosengren • April 25, 2017 -
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SWEEP announces co-chairs to help develop national waste standard
Rob Watson from EcoHub and Susan Robinson from Waste Management will lead a national steering committee.
By Cole Rosengren • April 25, 2017 -
Wales recycling performance threatened by millennials' aversion to 'messy' food waste
New research shows that food waste recycling is less common among younger residents because of the mess and the smell.
By Cole Rosengren • April 25, 2017 -
Hawaii County reverses course, announces deal to relocate composting site
The decision allows Hawaiian Earth Recycling to maintain its 10-year contract with a couple of compromises to the existing deal.
By Cole Rosengren • April 25, 2017 -
New York council member calls for stronger 'zero waste' plan
Ben Kallos' bills would mandate 100% diversion by 2030 and the placement of recycling and composting cans in public spaces.
By Cole Rosengren • April 24, 2017 -
Massachusetts solid waste policy earns low marks on environmental report card
Analysis from leading environmental groups called for stricter enforcement and better diversion metrics.
By Cole Rosengren • April 24, 2017 -
NYC 'zero waste' progress report gives updates on shift to single-stream, local AD
The city has reported a 10.9% reduction in waste from its initial baseline, with a goal of 90% reduction by 2030.
By Cole Rosengren • April 24, 2017 -
Adidas rolls out more shoes made from recycled ocean plastics
The athletic apparel and footwear company unveiled new editions of UltraBOOST, UltraBOOST X and UltraBOOST Uncaged through its Parley for the Oceans partnership.
By Dan O'Shea • April 24, 2017 -
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Deep DiveA look at 2017's greenest states
A study from WalletHub details the states with the best (and worst) environmental policies, highlighting everything from air quality to waste diversion rates.
By Jackie Snow • April 24, 2017 -
Arizona mayors surprise drive-thru customers with trash talk
Don't Trash Arizona has organized anti-litter conversations at Whataburger fast food locations around the state.
By Cole Rosengren • April 21, 2017 -
Study: Closer bins equal higher participation rates in multi-unit buildings
Research from the University of British Columbia found a 141% improvement in diversion rates when bins were placed in closer proximity to residents' apartments.
By Cole Rosengren • April 21, 2017 -
Call2Recycle CEO: Wearable tech has led to 'troubling trend' in recycling
Carl Smith recognized that many batteries are glued into products or fully integrated into the materials, making disassembly for recycling seemingly impossible.
By Kristin Musulin • April 20, 2017 -
Philadelphia 'zero waste' hearing shines light on organics, illegal dumping
City officials are working to deliver quick results while also establishing a sound long-term diversion strategy.
By Cole Rosengren • April 19, 2017 -
ReFED releases interactive tools to track food waste regulations, innovations
The new initiatives feature where policies have been enacted and the commercial or nonprofit entities that are working on the issue.
By Cole Rosengren • April 19, 2017
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