Zero Waste: Page 54
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Researchers find faster, cleaner way to extract gold from electronics
The technology could be beneficial to e-cyclers and other scrap metal recyclers.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 4, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Plastics Recycling 2016: How on-message communication educates consumers
An attorney with the FTC said the more often customers are exposed to "green claims", their understanding deepens of what biodegradable and other terms really mean.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Plastics Recycling 2016: 'Recycling is a business … It's not a charity'
For a conference exploring the upsides and consequences of the niche recycling market, one theme has echoed: plastics recycling, no matter the material or method, is an industry that needs work.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Ohio county considers "waste mall' to receive, process, and sell salvageable materials
So far six "stores" plan to participate, joining under one roof and sharing equipment and facilities.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
San Mateo, CA launches pilot recycling, composting program while reducing trash collections
SBWMA residential and commercial customers divert about 50%, but the goal is to reach 75% diversion by 2020. The 3-month program is a way to help reach that mark.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
CBC report: New York organics collection plan will pose steep logistical, financial challenges
Key recommendations were expanding curbside collections and the installation of in-sink disposers in neighborhoods with sufficient wastewater treatment plant infrastructure.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Plastics recyclers hit hard by low energy prices
One company owner said this has been a wake up call into the connection of commodities around the world and the dependency of the US economy on oil and gas.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Is that plastic really compostable?
As the industry looks to develop more compostable plastics, manufacturers must correctly engineer products to reach industry standards.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Republic's possible coal ash expansion generates protest, plans on hold
The commissioners said they will pass a resolution opposing the landfill expansion and possible ash deal.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Albany considers pay-as-you-throw to generate funds as landfill nears capacity
"We have a culture here that you can put anything on the curb. I'm sorry, party's over," said Albany Chief Auditor Leif Engstrom.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Denver expands composting in 2016, hoping to later offer free service
The fee-based program does not deliver the level of participation as a free recycling program. "But it's a step in the right direction," said manager of Denver Recycles/Solid Waste Management Charlotte Pitt.
By Arlene Karidis • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Rhode Island closes e-waste collection sites as manufacturers cut funding
The state plans to ride out tight times as revenue comes and goes — and the stream of e-waste just comes.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 29, 2016 -
CalRecycle calls on packaging industry to help recover plastics
"The reason why we're looking for something that's comprehensive is because that's what it's going to take," said Cynthia Dunn of CalRecycle.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Tennessee awards $4.8M in recycling, composting, and waste oil grants
These projects will provide opportunities for counties and municipalities across the state to enhance their waste reduction and recycling infrastructure, said TDEC.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Organics firm Yard Works acquires Waltrip, expands in Virginia
The acquisition of Waltrip Recycling allows Yard Works to serve thousands of new residential and commercial customers in Virginia's Historic Triangle.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 26, 2016 -
'Green deconstruction' on the rise to divert construction debris from landfills
About 12.8% of materials in the landfill are from construction debris, however 90% of those materials can be recycled or reused.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 26, 2016 -
WISEerg 'Harvester' converts food waste into organic fertilizer for food retailers
The smart technology has the potential to open up new learning experiences and ultimately lead to new food industry protocol.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 22, 2016 -
World Economic Forum shines hopeful light on tackling global food waste
Global initiatives and coalitions were announced today at the Forum, all with the aim to reduce food waste and strengthen food supply systems.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
'Do it unapologetically': Startup insight from CEO of plastic-to-fabric company Thread
Thread CEO Ian Rosenberger shares his experience with starting a business, his insight on business growth, and his passion for social responsibility.
By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 20, 2016 -
Ellen MacArthur report: More plastic than fish in the sea by 2050
"Growing volumes of end-of-use plastics are generating costs and destroying value to the industry. After-use plastics could, with circular economy thinking, be turned into valuable feedstock,” said report contributor Dr. Martin R Stuchtey.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 20, 2016 -
Chicago's new recycling policy aims to keep plastic bags out of stream
"There’s a series of progressions. Educate `em first. Give them warnings. But after that, they have to do something proactive," said Greg Maxwell, senior vice-president of Resource Management.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 19, 2016 -
BioHiTech and Natural Systems Utilities testing food waste disposal system
"We have developed a process for those who want their food waste delivered to anaerobic digesters so that it can be converted to clean energy," said Frank E. Celli, CEO of BioHiTech Global.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 15, 2016 -
California's new 'Trash Policy' aims to curb ocean pollution
The policy prohibits disposal of trash into state waters through storm drains, and requires municipalities to install full trash capture systems or use equivalent devices.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 15, 2016 -
Florida county to temporarily ban composting facilities
The ban was triggered by CompostUSA’s plan to divert rotting garbage from landfill. While the plan was appealing at first, officials changed their perspective after close examination.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 14, 2016 -
Wastequip launches new dry waste compactor for commercial use
The new 245IP Precision Series Compactor is the third model in the company’s compactor line, following 265XP and 26IP.
By Arlene Karidis • Jan. 14, 2016
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