Waste Reduction: Page 36
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DSNY commercial organics recycling law takes full effect
As of Jan. 19 city inspectors can fine businesses for not complying with the diversion mandate.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 24, 2017 -
Austin, TX gets creative to determine why 'zero waste' plan has stalled
Recycling confusion was identified as a key factor, particularly because single-stream has created “a false sense of simplicity."
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 20, 2017 -
Call2Recycle reports 12% weight increase of batteries collected in 2016
The stewardship group collected 14 million pounds of batteries and phones in North America last year.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 20, 2017 -
Celebrity chefs to raise food waste awareness at London pop-up
In an interview with Bloomberg, chef Dan Barber explained that he is hoping to broaden the definition of food waste.
By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 19, 2017 -
New York county enlists help from Casella, 'Eco Heroes' for waste diversion push
Ontario County's solid waste management plan calls for 60% diversion from landfills.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
No waste in Washington? For the city's trash, it could be a reality
Waste Dive spoke with DPW Director Christopher Shorter about the District's major waste management overhaul.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 19, 2017 -
UPDATE: New York State Senate approves bill to prohibit NYC bag fee
The bill was drafted to prevent the city's 5-cent fee from taking effect before Feb. 15.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 18, 2017 -
SPC: 94% of US residents have access to recycling, but not all curbside
Drop-off programs and multi-family buildings were highlighted as areas for improvement in the nationwide survey.
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Unilever aims for 100% 'recyclable' plastic packaging by 2025
The consumer goods giant recognized the challenges of plastic and renewed its commitment to circular economy goals.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
UN report: Asian e-waste generation up 63% in 5 years
The new in-depth report studied waste generated across 12 countries in the East and Southeast.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Plastic bag bans could end up in Texas Supreme Court
Ongoing efforts to roll back regulations in cities such as Austin have sparked a debate over local control.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 13, 2017 -
Washington electronics collection drops for third year in a row
Changing technology such as lighter televisions and monitors has likely played a role in the decreasing weight.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
DC releases first solid waste report, outlines steps to reform system
Washington, D.C.'s Department of Public Works reported a citywide residential diversion rate of about 21%.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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Deep DiveWho's responsible for making plastic packaging more recyclable?
Brands and recyclers are working on solutions from both ends, with MRFs often caught in the middle.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
Study: Co-collection of yard waste is cheaper, greener in Omaha, NE
The city commissioned a $160,000 study to review waste collection options ahead of its next contract.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Plastics Industry Association touts electronics recycling progress
A report in partnership with the Consumer Technology Association highlights plastics' role in new technology such as drones and wearables.
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San Diego city government sets internal goal for 50% diversion by 2020
The plan is part of an effort to lead by example and encourage the city to reach its goal of zero waste by 2040.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
New Jersey Gov. Christie signs electronics recycling bill into law
The bill, S-981, will place more e-waste recycling responsibility on manufacturers.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Indiana awards $1M in grants to expand municipal, commercial recycling
Rumpke, Indiana Recycling Coalition and Strategic Materials, East-Terra Plastics and others will benefit from the grants.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
2 'smart' trash cans introduced at CES 2017
The Zera Food Recycler and GeniCan both have the potential to transform the way that consumers think about waste disposal.
By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
'Food Power': How many apple cores does it take to power a light bulb?
A new project from Save On Energy aims to raise awareness among consumers by equating food waste to the energy usage of household items.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
San Antonio residents weigh evolving PAYT options
The city has been offering different-sized carts at similar prices, though that could change later this year.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Milwaukee rolls out pilot organics collection program
About 500 households will be participating until November for a small monthly fee.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
California city considers its own Baltimore-inspired trash wheel
Newport Beach wants its own waste collection unit, though some conservancy groups are opposing the idea.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
UPDATE: Michigan becomes seventh state to outlaw bag bans
Michigan Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed the bill into law, prohibiting local ordinances that limit the use of plastic bags.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 6, 2017
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