Collection/Transfer — October 16, 2020Rehrig Pacific Engineers Impossible Ocean Plastics Recovery SolutionsRehrig Pacific, an LA-based manufacturing and solutions company, has achieved what was previously considered impossible by partnering with innovators around the globe to engineer a way to incorporate ocean-recovered and ocean-bound plastics into new products without compromising strength or appearance. Later this year, a major U.S. city will debut a new line of residential recycling […] Collection/Transfer — October 16, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 15, 2020City of Stillwater, OK Plans New Recycling FacilityThe City of Stillwater is taking control of its destiny by making plans for a city-owned recycling staging facility. The proposed facility would be located next to the Waste Management Facility on Airport Access Road. The staging area would be fenced off and as much of the operation as possible would be located inside, city staff […] Collection/Transfer — October 15, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020Washington County, MD Proposal Requires Large Office Buildings to Have Recycling PlansWashington County is in the process of updating its Solid Waste Management and Recycling Plan with a new requirement from the state — that large office buildings have a recycling plan. The proposed change addresses buildings with at least 150,000 square feet of office space. Planning and Zoning Director Jill Baker said there are three […] Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020From Garbage to Recycling to Firefighting, Township of Champlain, ON Landfill is a Multi-Use FacilityFrom garbage disposal, to recycling to fire training, the Township of Champlain’s municipal landfill can be described as a multi-use facility. “We have a very frequently used landfill, but it is specifically for our municipality – we are very lucky that we have that,” says James McMahon, Director of Public Works for the Township of […] Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020New Guide Helps MRFs Manage Lithium Batteries SafelyThe NWRA, ISRI, and SWANA have developed a Guide for Developing Lithium Battery Management Practices at Materials Recovery Facilities. The guide was written to assist materials recovery facilities (MRFs) properly manage and dispose of lithium-ion batteries (LIB) when spotted, respond correctly in case of a fire, and manage a fire if one does break out. Fires […] Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020Ocala Among First in Florida to Test Electric Garbage TrucksOcala is one of the first cities in Florida poised to clean up its garbage pickup, replacing diesel-powered sanitation trucks with zero-emission electric-powered vehicles. On Oct. 6, the Ocala City Council voted unanimously to move forward with the project and purchase three of the new vehicles in 2021 and two more in 2022. “I am not sure, but I […] Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020Lakeshore Recycling Systems Scores Second Consecutive Ranking on Coveted Crain’s Fast 50, Recognizing Chicago’s Fastest Growing CompaniesLakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS) announced it has earned its second consecutive ranking on the acclaimed Crain’s Fast 50, recognizing Chicago’s fastest-growing companies. The esteemed annual ranking recognizes the region’s top-performing companies based on year-over-year revenue growth for the preceding five years. LRS, the only waste hauler on the list, qualified with 145 percent average five-year […] Collection/Transfer — October 14, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020NWRA Comments on EPA’s National Recycling GoalsThe NWRA filed comments with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on its potential list of national recycling goals. Recycling policies have largely been set by state and local governments. “We appreciate the opportunity to comment on EPA’s recycling goals. Our member companies have hundreds of recycling collection and processing operations across the country,” said NWRA […] Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020Matt Madeksza Named President and CEO of Veolia North AmericaElevating its position as a visionary leader in environmental solutions and sustainability, Veolia North America announced today that Matt Madeksza, an established business leader with more than 20 years experience in business development and industrial expertise, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. Madeksza’s appointment as President and CEO of Veolia North America was […] Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020How the Coronavirus is Changing Los Angeles County’s Waste StreamThe coronavirus outbreak has indelibly imprinted itself on life in Los Angeles — down to the composition of trash washing up on its beaches. Volunteers at L.A. County’s largest annual cleanup event recently collected nearly 750 pieces of disposable personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves, said Shelley Luce, president and chief executive of […] Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020New Cigarette Recycling Receptacles in the Public Marina in Eureka, CAThe Public Marina now has two cigarette recycling bins to keep cigarettes from ending up in the bay. Eco Eureka’s environmental program and PacOut Green teamed up to get funding from the Storm Water Division. In effort, to reduce the water waste and help improve storm quality. The City of Eureka’s Program Coordinator, Robin Praszker […] Collection/Transfer — October 13, 2020
Collection/Transfer — October 12, 2020City Of Ann Arbor, MI Wants To Align Solid Waste Plan With Carbon Neutrality PlanThe City of Ann Arbor plans to align its Solid Waste Resources Management Plan with its A2 Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan. The waste management plan currently includes 24 recommendations on how to improve service and implement new programs. Among them are offering year-round compost in residential areas and developing an ordinance for management of construction […] Collection/Transfer — October 12, 2020
