Magazine Articles — August 5, 2020How to Properly Convert Cannabis Products into Cannabis Waste: Disposal Strategies for California BusinessesAs time progresses, and the industry moves towards Federal legalization, cannabis waste regulations will undoubtedly change. Until that point, operators should create and implement a waste management program that fits with their business model. By Garrett Rodewald Like other highly regulated industries, the cannabis industry has created requirements for properly handling and disposing of waste […] Magazine Articles — August 5, 2020
Magazine Articles — August 1, 2020Keeping Cool with ecomaineFollowing a lithium ion battery-fueled fire in 2017, ecomaine invested in a state-of-the-art fire suppression system from Johnson Controls. Thermal cameras, a water cannon and remote controls now keep staff and facilities safe, 24/7. By Matt Grondin ecomaine provides comprehensive long-term solid waste solutions in a safe, environmentally responsible, economically sound manner for approximately 400,000 […] Magazine Articles — August 1, 2020
Magazine Articles — July 31, 2020Fleet Management Tools for Safe DrivingSafety-capable fleet management solutions influence drivers to be more accountable, support the latest initiatives as they continue to evolve and reinforce safety policies throughout an organization. By Don Diego Padilla II According to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), an estimated 40 percent of accidents are work-related. Workplace accidents can quickly become a slippery slope for […] Magazine Articles — July 31, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 30, 2020Republic Services, Inc. Appoints Michael A. Duffy to its Board of DirectorsRepublic Services, Inc. announced that supply chain industry executive Michael A. Duffy has been appointed to its Board of Directors, bringing its membership to a total of 11. He will serve on the Audit Committee as well as the Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Committee. Duffy, 50, is CEO of C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc., the nation’s […] Collection/Transfer — July 30, 2020
Education — July 29, 2020NERC’s Fall ’20 Virtual Conference is ComingNERC is delighted to announce that the Agenda and Registration are available for the Fall Conference! The Conference will be held virtually on October 20, 21 & 22, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (eastern). We will be discussing the pressing issues affecting the recycling industry and communities as a result of the Pandemic, worldwide […] Education — July 29, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 29, 2020SWANA Announces Professional Achievement Award WinnersSWANA announces the recipients of its annual Professional Achievement Awards. The Professional Achievement Awards recognize SWANA members for their valuable and distinguished contributions to SWANA, the solid waste and recycling industry, and the public. These award winners were nominated by their peers for their dedication to their organizations, the industry, the public, and environment. “SWANA’s […] Collection/Transfer — July 29, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 21, 2020SWANA to Redevelop Leading Industry Certification and Course for Managers of Landfill OperationsSWANA has issued a Request for Proposals to redevelop the leading industry certification and course for Managers of Landfill Operations (MOLO). Proposals are due by August 28, 8:00 p.m. EDT. A mandatory conference call for prospective respondents is scheduled for August 6, 2:00 p.m. EDT. Over the years, thousands of industry professionals have become more […] Collection/Transfer — July 21, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 6, 2020NWRA Urges Congress to Pass Legislation to Fix IRS Ruling on Taxability of PPP LoansOn July 1, the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) joined other associations on a letter to Congressional leaders in the House and Senate urging them to pass the bipartisan Small Business Expense Protection Act (S.3612/H.R. 6821). The legislation would ensure that small businesses can deduct eligible expenses paid with funds from the Paycheck Protection […] Collection/Transfer — July 6, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 3, 2020State Specific Workers’ Compensation InformationThe rules and processes regarding Workers’ Compensation claims for COVID-19 remain unresolved in most jurisdictions. By default, these claims are evaluated on a case-by-case basis in which insurers and Workers’ Compensation Boards attempt to determine whether there is a causal connection between a worker’s illness and their job. Because of the possibility of asymptomatic transmission […] Collection/Transfer — July 3, 2020
Collection/Transfer — June 30, 2020National Center for the Middle Market Research Details COVID-19’s Impact During First Three Months of PandemicThe National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM) announces that the overall outlook from middle-market executives has improved since March, with just 13 percent of executives believing the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will have a catastrophic impact on their companies, as compared with 25 percent who felt that way in March. As part of its upcoming 2Q Middle Market Indicator, the NCMM surveyed 1,000 financial decision-makers at middle-market firms from June 1-12, 2020, and compared the results to a COVID-19-specific survey that was conducted […] Collection/Transfer — June 30, 2020
Magazine Articles — June 30, 2020How to Develop a Waste Management Plan for Commercial Cannabis OperationsThe growing cannabis market presents tremendous potential for waste management providers. But any waste management companies looking to break into this industry must take the time to familiarize themselves with the enormous regulatory hurdles and requirements. By Jonathan Lee Preparing, implementing and maintaining a waste management plan is critical in any commercial industrial operation that […] Magazine Articles — June 30, 2020
Collection/Transfer — June 26, 2020Virtual SWANApalooza Wraps Up with a Look Towards the Future of Recycling and What Comes NextSWANA’s first-ever SWANApalooza wrapped up a week of virtual exhibit hall, networking opportunities, informative keynotes and sessions on Thursday, resulting in the successful transition of in-person event into an online forum. The first keynote of the day, “Overcoming Recycling Challenges and Taking Advantage of New Opportunities”, was introduced by SWANA’s CEO and Executive Director, David […] Collection/Transfer — June 26, 2020
