Zero Waste: Page 32
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Plastics Industry Association projects plastic bottle demand to grow 6% by 2020
The corporate group's new Plastics Market Watch report explores trends around lightweighting and changing consumption habits.
By Cole Rosengren • March 21, 2017 -
Report: New York could see $22M in economic benefits from food waste diversion law
These findings are being used to support Governor Andrew Cuomo's new NYS Food Recovery and Recycling Act.
By Cole Rosengren • March 21, 2017 -
E-Cycle Washington could see more transparency, tougher penalties under new bill
The bill, which still requires state Senate approval, has divided the regional electronics recycling industry.
By Cole Rosengren • March 20, 2017 -
Providence, RI looks to solve rampant contamination in struggling recycling program
The city's diversion rate recently dipped below 9% and officials are exploring all options to improve it.
By Cole Rosengren • March 20, 2017 -
NYC councilman proposes online portal to facilitate food donations
The site would be managed by the Department of Sanitation in an effort to reduce food insecurity and waste.
By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2017 -
Denver rolls out new carts for refuse, recyclables and organics citywide
The move has led to modest diversion rate improvements, but some say mandatory participation could deliver more results.
By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2017 -
AI-driven robot 'Clarke' outperforms humans in carton recycling
The robot, developed by the Carton Council and AMP Robotics, can pick up 60 cartons per minute at the Alpine Waste & Recycling MRF.
By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Solid waste infrastructure earns C+ in 2017 report card, leaving industry with lessons to learn
The country’s solid waste infrastructure may be working in fair condition, but mere management without continued innovation is no longer good enough.
By Cole Rosengren • March 16, 2017 -
Indiana truckers, pantries turn food waste into reverse logistics dream
A new partnership offers truckers tax deductions for delivering rejected groceries to food pantries, helping to eliminate at least five types of supply chain waste.
By Jennifer McKevitt • March 15, 2017 -
CalRecycle moving forward on mandatory EPR regulations
The state agency is hosting a workshop next week with key stakeholders to discuss details of a potential system.
By Cole Rosengren • March 15, 2017 -
Eco Depot to operate first major compost facility in Northwest Ontario
The facility will have the capacity for food scraps, biosolids, yard waste and more when it opens later this year.
By Cole Rosengren • March 15, 2017 -
European Parliament votes for 70% recycling target by 2030
This is a positive step forward in negotiations for a Circular Economy Package that contains a number of big goals.
By Cole Rosengren • March 15, 2017 -
UPDATE: Governor Cuomo announces New York State Plastic Bag Task Force
The group will review information and proposed solutions from municipalities to develop a statewide plan on plastic bags.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2017 -
Proposal for standardized bulk, leaf collection gets mixed reaction in Richmond, VA
The current system is seen as inefficient, but council members are wary of proposed overtime costs and resident requirements.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2017 -
NWRA, SWANA release emerging industry technology guide for municipal officials
The document intends to educate elected officials on newer types of processing facilities to ensure informed decisions when considering various opportunities.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • March 13, 2017 -
Montgomery, AL still looking for a recycling solution following 'dirty MRF' closure
The facility's large size and high operating costs have turned off some potential operators.
By Cole Rosengren • March 13, 2017 -
Closed Loop Fund issues RFP for polypropylene recycling projects
Up to $5 million per project is available for proposals that offer new ways to capture more yogurt cups out of landfills.
By Cole Rosengren • March 10, 2017 -
2 municipalities begin ecomaine partnership for curbside food waste collection
The pilots will offer free collection and drop-off service to start as the nonprofit looks to expand diversion options.
By Cole Rosengren • March 10, 2017 -
Major UK grocery chain drops goal of halving food waste by 2030
One year into a reduction campaign, Sainsbury's said the goal is unrealistic but it is committed to working on food waste issues.
By Cole Rosengren • March 9, 2017 -
Massachusetts city sees 20% increase in recycling after switching to cart system
Officials in Haverhill have reported nearly $500,000 in savings since making the switch and adding automated trucks.
By Cole Rosengren • March 9, 2017 -
Cincinnati partners with Simple Recycling for curbside textile collection
While this effort could divert 1,000 tons of material from landfills per year, local nonprofits are concerned they'll lose inventory.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
UPDATE: 11 companies vie for Boulder County, CO MRF contract
The current operator Eco-Cycle was joined at a pre-bid meeting by Waste Management, Alpine Waste and Recycling, Western Disposal and others.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How to mitigate odor issues amid the growth of organics processing
As residents and regulators push back on high-profile facilities, industry professionals say community engagement is key.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
ACC report: Plastic film recycling grew 3% in 2015
An annual survey from the American Chemistry Council showed the 11th consecutive year of growth for film recovery.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
CalRecycle: Nearly half of CRT glass collected in California goes to landfills
The use of intermediate processing facilities is also common, as the state's two approved recycling options remain unappealing.
By Cole Rosengren • March 7, 2017