News and Press — April 15, 2021Alaska Airlines To Use Sustainable Aviation Fuel Made From Municipal Solid WasteAlaska Airlines is set to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from municipal solid waste following a partnership with SkyNRG Americas, claimed to be the pioneer and global leader for SAF. Alaska Airlines is one of the most fuel-efficient airlines in the U.S. with a strong commitment to sustainability. It was among the first airline […] News and Press — April 15, 2021
News and Press — April 15, 2021Recycle Track Systems Hires Chief Revenue Officer to Boost Company Growth in Municipal and Commercial MarketsRecycle Track Systems, Inc. (RTS), a waste and recycling management company, announced it has named Kristopher Glotzbach as the company’s Chief Revenue Officer. Kristopher will oversee the company’s sales and business development operations for its municipal and commercial divisions in the newly-created Chief Revenue Officer role reflecting RTS’s continued growth during the pandemic. An accomplished […] News and Press — April 15, 2021
Coronavirus/COVID-19 — April 15, 2021Returning Workers Seek Workspaces That Address More Than SafetyEmployee expectations of post-pandemic indoor workspaces go beyond a “return to normal” and demonstrate a desire for spaces that put people in a better place, with an eye toward spaces that are more responsive to an ever-adapting world, according to a new survey conducted by Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI). The survey “Making Space for […] Coronavirus/COVID-19 — April 15, 2021
News and Press — April 15, 2021IKEA Canada Partners with Second Closet and Lion Electric for Last Mile Delivery in Greater Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver MarketsIKEA Canada announced that it has taken an important first step on the journey to fulfilling its commitment of 100% zero-emission deliveries by 2025. The home furnishing retailer has partnered with technology-enabled logistics and last mile delivery provider, Second Closet, who will begin integrating zero-emission trucks into its fleet for IKEA home deliveries in several […] News and Press — April 15, 2021
Electronics Recycling — April 14, 2021Li-Cycle to Build New Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Facility in ArizonaLi-Cycle Corp., an industry leader in lithium-ion battery resource recovery and the largest lithium-ion battery recycler in North America, announced that the Company will build its third commercial lithium-ion battery recycling facility, to be located in Gilbert, Arizona, within the Phoenix metropolitan area. When complete, Li-Cycle’s “Spoke 3” facility will be capable of processing up […] Electronics Recycling — April 14, 2021
Collection/Transfer — April 13, 2021Clean Earth Recycles 94% of Total Waste Processed; Over 4 Million Tons in 2020Harsco Corporation, a global market leading provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams, announces numerous sustainability achievements for its Clean Earth division in 2020. Notably, Clean Earth effectively recycled 94-percent of total waste processed, over 4 million tons, including remediation of 3.27 million tons of contaminated soil. Additional accomplishments for Clean Earth […] Collection/Transfer — April 13, 2021
Management — April 13, 2021American Society of Safety Professionals’ Elections Highlighted by Bradley Giles’ Upcoming Move to PresidentThe American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), the world’s oldestprofessional safety organization, has announced its new leaders from the 2021 Society elections. All terms begin July 1. Bradley Giles will serve as ASSP president for 2021-22. “I’m always impressed by our dedicated volunteers and their desire to take on key leadership positions,” said ASSP President […] Management — April 13, 2021
News and Press — April 13, 2021Fuel Ox LLC Hires Howie Damron as Head Lubrication SpecialistFuel Ox LLC, a maker of next-generation fuel additives and lubricants that help industrial fleet operators improve the sustainability of their equipment and operations, announced it has named Harold “Howie” Damron as head lubrication specialist. In this role, he will lead the continued innovation, product development, testing and expansion of Fuel Ox Infinity Lube as […] News and Press — April 13, 2021
News and Press — April 12, 2021DS Smith Marks Anniversary of Recycling Plant Opening, Lauded for Reducing WasteAfter a pandemic-driven spike in e-commerce and the spread of unrecyclable problem plastics, DS Smith marked the anniversary of the opening of its Reading recycling plant with industry-recognized achievements in reducing waste. The company, a global leader in producing recyclable packaging, is operating a “circular economy trifecta,” thanks to the combination of its year-old recycling […] News and Press — April 12, 2021
News and Press — April 12, 2021Wastequip WRX® to Host In-Person Open House at Arlington, TX FacilityHaulers and fleet owners are invited to attend the Open House event at the all-new Wastequip WRX facility in Arlington, TX. The in-person event will allow individuals to tour the facility, see equipment demonstrations, demo Amrep trucks ready for purchase, and enjoy a free lunch and promotional discounts. Wastequip WRX provides haulers with access to […] News and Press — April 12, 2021
Collection/Transfer — April 8, 2021Lytx Announces Recipients of Annual Drivers of the Year and Coach of the Year Awards, Honoring Exceptional Work and Commitments to SafetyLytx®, a leading global provider of machine vision and artificial intelligence-powered video telematics solutions for commercial and public sector fleets, announces the recipients of its 2021 Driver of the Year and Coach of the Year awards. The awards honor the outstanding work of professional drivers and coaches currently utilizing the Lytx Driver Safety Program. The […] Collection/Transfer — April 8, 2021
News and Press — April 7, 2021Dobbs Truck Group Breaks Ground for Sumner ExpansionOn Wednesday, March 31, Dobbs Truck Group officially broke ground on their new Dobbs Peterbilt dealership, as well as Dobbs Truck Group corporate office. This will allow Dobbs Truck Group to add its 18th Dobbs Peterbilt dealership location, the ninth in the state of Washington. Mike Clark, Dobbs Truck Group CEO, stated, “First, I would […] News and Press — April 7, 2021
