Magazine Articles — March 31, 2021A Promising Future: Establishing a Materials Recovery and Energy Plan in North AmericaAs a self-sustaining facility, the Material Recovery and Energy Plant in Salem County, NJ will be the first one in this country and of this size. It will prove a first-in-class Waste-to-Energy “Plus” facility that promises “zero-to-landfill” capability, environmentally responsible odor and emission-control, and economic and social development for the surrounding community. For the past […] Magazine Articles — March 31, 2021
In The Spotlight — March 31, 2021Clean Earth: Reimagining a LegacyAs a leading provider of full-service, sustainable disposal and recycling solutions with a national footprint, Clean Earth works with customers to find ways to make it easier to recycle, repurpose, reuse—or in some cases safely destroy—the hardest-to-treat wastes in the country. The Clean Earth company that exists today was formed following two large acquisitions by […] In The Spotlight — March 31, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 4, 2021How to Adopt Circular Resource Models for a More Sustainable Supply ChainAs organizations will inevitably face multiple financial, ecological and operational questions in the years to come, it will be critical to use the lessons of circularity and industrial symbiosis to better position themselves for a more profitable and sustainable future. By Vincenzo Giordano and Andre de Fontaine Since the 1970s, circular resource strategies have been […] Magazine Articles — March 4, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 4, 2021DumpedBy John Greer “Back in the truck, Casanova.” Matt flashed a smile at the girl. “Don’t mind him. He’s just hating because he’s ‘happily’ married.” My partner Matt Murphy was a smooth-talker who made us late almost as often as we were on time. But for all his shenanigans, he made a long day at […] Magazine Articles — March 4, 2021
Hooklift trucks — March 4, 2021Hooklift Versus Cable Hoist DesignWhen evaluating which unit may be best for productivity, understanding the primary difference between the hooklift and cable hoist systems is the first step, with that difference being how an operator connects to a container. By Tim Worman and Rachel Lynch When it comes to loading containers or truck bodies onto a truck chassis, regions […] Hooklift trucks — March 4, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 3, 2021How Does Continuous Customer Feedback Improve MRF Profitability?Working with your haulers to build content around the data you gather looking at the material still contaminating the recycling stream is the first step to achieve 100 percent clean loads and increasing the profitability of your MRF. By Julian Chosson What if there was a way to curb the worst nightmare of MRFs? Contamination […] Magazine Articles — March 3, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 3, 2021Wisconsin Takes Proactive Approach to PFAS RegulationSolid waste and wastewater industries work together with state agencies to develop an action plan. By Erica Lawson and Meleesa Johnson The solid waste and wastewater industries are evaluating their intertwined roles in the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) lifecycle to protect the public from potential adverse health impacts of PFAS. The widespread use of […] Magazine Articles — March 3, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021Savings in the CasingsIf the tread is the face of the tire, then the casing is the heart that makes the tire live. By Phillip Mosier Tread pattern and the cost of the tire get a lot of attention from fleet managers, but it is the casing that is often the unsung hero in a commercial tire. It […] Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021PFAS-Impacted Groundwater an Emerging Issue for Landfills: Solving the Challenge with a New ApproachGiven the rapidly changing PFAS regulatory climate, landfill operators are trying to determine how best to handle the incoming PFAS-laden waste streams and manage leachate potentially contaminated with PFAS. By Ryan Moore Landfills everywhere will soon be dealing with PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals.” Shown to cause health concerns, these compounds are known to […] Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021
Landfills — March 2, 2021Choosing the Right Trommel Screens for Processing Organic Green WasteFor separating the nutrient-rich material—compost, mulch and soils—trommel screens play a pivotal role for optimizing production. There are several factors to consider when choosing the right model for a facility. By Duwayne Bonhorst Communities throughout the U.S. are implementing recycling programs to extend the life of the nation’s waste management facilities. Green waste programs have […] Landfills — March 2, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021First of Two Parts: Luminary Interview: Scott CasselDeveloping product stewardship in the U.S. By David Nightingale, CHMM, S.C. Over the past two decades, product stewardship initiatives have evolved and grown in the U.S. While some of the earliest pioneering work was instigated by local and state government efforts such as the Northwest Product Stewardship Council, the national effort was spearheaded by Scott […] Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021
Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021Safety at Drop-Off EventsDrop-off programs for electronics and household hazardous waste are common across the U.S. More recently, mobile shredding events have become popular, allowing people to destroy confidential documents. These safety tips will help keep workers and participants safe while waste items are being dropped off at the event. By Will Flower Household hazardous waste collection events, […] Magazine Articles — March 2, 2021
