Collection/Transfer — August 5, 2020Disposed PPE Could Be Turned Into Biofuel, Study ShowsExperts from The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies have suggested a strategy that could help to mitigate the problem of dumped PPE—currently being disposed of at unprecedented levels due to the current COVID-19 pandemic—becoming a significant threat to the environment. The research shows how billions of items of disposable PPE can be converted from […] Collection/Transfer — August 5, 2020
Newsletter Headline — August 4, 2020Carnival Corporation Delivers Two Retired Cruise Ships for Responsible Recycling in Turkey Carnival Corporation & plc announced agreements with maritime reclamation and recycling specialists EGE CELIK and SIMSEKLER to responsibly dismantle and recycle two retired ships scheduled to leave its fleet. The move comes as part of the company’s strategy for a phased resumption of cruise vacations with specific ships and brands returning to service over time. Carnival Corporation worked […] Newsletter Headline — August 4, 2020
Circular Economy — August 4, 2020Microsoft Talks Trash: Tech Giant Aims for Zero Waste by 2030 in Latest Environmental InitiativeMicrosoft is rolling out details of its third sustainability focus area: waste reduction. It is setting a goal of reaching zero waste by 2030 for its direct waste production. The initiative includes efforts on multiple fronts: Building “circular centers” for data centers that provide Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud services. The circular centers will facilitate […] Circular Economy — August 4, 2020
Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation Regulating Oil and Gas Related Waste in New York StateGovernor Andrew M. Cuomo has signed legislation (S3392/A2655) regulating waste from oil or natural gas in New York as hazardous waste. “New York has taken an aggressive approach to protecting our natural resources by banning hydrofracking and advancing a nation-leading environmental agenda that is accelerating our transition to a carbon-neutral green economy,” Governor Cuomo said. […] Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020
Mergers and Acquisitions — August 4, 2020Steel Dynamics Completes Acquisition of a Mexican Metals Recycling CompanySteel Dynamics, Inc. has announced the completion of the acquisition of Zimmer, S.A. de C.V., as part of its raw material procurement strategy to support its new Texas flat roll steel mill, which is planned to begin operations mid-year 2021. The transaction was funded with available cash. Zimmer is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico and operates […] Mergers and Acquisitions — August 4, 2020
Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020New Municipal Composting Program Begins in Steamboat Springs, COA new municipal composting program in Steamboat Springs marks the start of a pilot project and unique collaboration between the city and Innovative Regeneration Colorado, a local food waste prevention business. Before the program, there was no community-wide composting service in Routt County. Until about three years ago, Twin Enviro Resources at the landfill west of Milner […] Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020
Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020Pandemics and Plastics: Single-Use Items, PPE Increasing Waste and LitterPersonal Protective Equipment is becoming increasingly common in our new normal. Face coverings are now required at many places, and other items like sanitary wipes and gloves are being used frequently, but are quickly becoming the newest form of litter. “As we navigate through these very interesting times with COVID-19, we certainly are seeing different […] Collection/Transfer — August 4, 2020
Newsletter Headline — August 4, 2020ELG and Aerocircular N.V. Develop Closed-Loop Recycling Scheme for End-of-Life AircraftELG Carbon Fibre and Aerocircular N.V, Ostend-Bruges, Belgium, join forces to establish a closed-loop recycling scheme for end-of-life aircraft CFRP waste streams. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to demonstrate their mutual commitment towards this initiative. “Today, composite EoL fractions are typically shredded and burned or landfilled”, says Aerocircular CEO Koen Staut. […] Newsletter Headline — August 4, 2020
Government and Regulations — August 4, 2020Hawaii Lawmakers Pass Bill Blocking Oahu Landfill ExpansionHawaii state lawmakers have passed a bill that would block the planned expansion of the landfill used for large commercial projects including the demolition of Aloha Stadium and Honolulu’s rail system. PVT Land Co. countered that the measure could force the company to raise disposal fees and stop accepting some material. The site in the […] Government and Regulations — August 4, 2020
News and Press — August 4, 2020Zach Martin named President of Big Truck RentalBig Truck Rental, LLC has announced that Zach Martin has been promoted to President effective immediately. Martin will report directly to Founder & CEO Scott Dols. Martin originally joined BTR in 2016 as Vice President of Sales. “During his time with Big Truck Rental, Zach’s contributions have been invaluable, not only driving the growth of the […] News and Press — August 4, 2020
Collection/Transfer — August 3, 2020Casella Waste Systems Appoints Rose Stuckey Kirk to Board of DirectorsCasella Waste Systems, Inc., a regional solid waste, recycling and resource management services company, announced the appointment of Rose Stuckey Kirk to Casella’s Board of Directors. Ms. Kirk is currently the Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer and Marketing Executive of Verizon Communications Corporation, a leading provider of communications, information and entertainment products and services worldwide. […] Collection/Transfer — August 3, 2020
Collection/Transfer — August 3, 2020Food Scrap Recycling Requirements for Additional Food-Related Businesses Start with One-Year Warning PeriodThe New York City Department of Sanitation reminds some additional food-related businesses that they will be required by law to separate their organic waste – such as food scraps. Approximately 8,500 businesses are covered by the new requirements. While the requirements are in effect today, DSNY will give businesses a one-year warning period and no […] Collection/Transfer — August 3, 2020
