In case you missed it: Thoughtful, newsworthy comments from industry professionals, consumers and policymakers.

"One incident is one too many, and you can only have a goal of zero on that topic. What gets me nervous is the world is getting more complex around us."

— Jon Vander Ark, incoming chief operating officer for Republic Services, in an interview with Waste Dive, in which he spoke about fleet technology, artificial intelligence and how Chinese import restrictions could impact safety.

"We are suggesting to our members that they go above and beyond and make sure the material is clean. And really work under the expectation that there could be rejections."

— Adina Renee Adler, senior director of international relations & international affairs for the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, in a conversation with Waste Dive unpacking the organization's latest trip to China. Adler said cutting back on contamination and producing high-quality bales will be a good place to start for exporters worried that China's policies might hurt their business.

"It seems to me someone, somewhere was determined that FCC was going to win this contract, and that disgusts me."

— Houston City Councilmember Mike Knox, according to ABC 13. The council has again delayed its vote on awarding FCC a new contract for recycling.

"The project will introduce leading-edge organics recovery technologies to Los Angeles that will enhance recovery of organics, renewable energy, and fertilizer."

— Andrew Benedek, CEO and chairman of Anaergia, in a press release. The company was tapped by Waste Management to be a part of its organics processing in Los Angeles.

"In other words, the phrase 'zero waste' can be a great tool for your outreach because it's easy to understand. Most residents can easily picture what 'zero waste' might look like."

— Emily Coven, director of Recyclist, in an op-ed piece. Coven discussed the pros and cons of municipalities and companies using the term "zero waste."