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Florida union pushes back against truck cameras after pilot program
Workers in St. Petersburg are opposing a potential contract with Lytx due to concerns about surveillance and job security.
By Cole Rosengren • March 27, 2017 -
Nicole Wrona
Milpitas, CA will change disposal site for extra $1.2M due to community relations
The city made the decision to avert potential litigation from residents in neighboring San Jose.
By Cole Rosengren • March 27, 2017 -
Report: Annual DSNY export costs to reach $420M by 2021
A new analysis from the New York City Independent Budget Office highlights the growing cost of the post-Fresh Kills reality.
By Cole Rosengren • March 27, 2017 -
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Deep DiveNYC Safety Symposium: Why companies should invest in employees, tech and counterterrorism
During the half-day event, industry leaders discussed ideas for how to improve safety and get waste collection off the most dangerous occupation list.
By Cole Rosengren • March 23, 2017 -
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Report: Massachusetts could be left with only 1 landfill by 2021
Overall waste generation decreased slightly in 2015, though exports increased and overall disposal capacity is on the decline.
By Cole Rosengren • March 21, 2017 -
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New $7M bottle recycling facility planned for Jacksonville, FL
The Brazilian company behind the project was attracted by the city's port access.
By Cole Rosengren • March 21, 2017 -
NYC councilman proposes online portal to facilitate food donations
The site would be managed by the Department of Sanitation in an effort to reduce food insecurity and waste.
By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2017 -
Denver rolls out new carts for refuse, recyclables and organics citywide
The move has led to modest diversion rate improvements, but some say mandatory participation could deliver more results.
By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2017 -
Winter Storm Stella may have spared NYC, but still kept DSNY busy
Crews have been working 12-hour shifts to clear city streets and will now have to catch up on days of suspended collections.
By Cole Rosengren • March 16, 2017 -
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Deep DiveSolid waste infrastructure earns C+ in 2017 report card, leaving industry with lessons to learn
The country’s solid waste infrastructure may be working in fair condition, but mere management without continued innovation is no longer good enough.
By Cole Rosengren • March 16, 2017 -
UPDATE: Columbus, OH approves $45M recycling contract with Rumpke
Local officials weren't happy with the cost increase, but said the potential for service disruption after the current contract ended this month would be even more detrimental.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2017 -
SWANA to distribute second round of 'Slow Down to Get Around' decals
The decals, available upon request, will serve as a reminder to motorists to drive carefully around refuse vehicles.
By Kristin Musulin • March 14, 2017 -
Proposal for standardized bulk, leaf collection gets mixed reaction in Richmond, VA
The current system is seen as inefficient, but council members are wary of proposed overtime costs and resident requirements.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2017 -
FMCSA compliance director urges fleets to prepare for ELD transition
The months leading up to the December implementation date are seen as the most complicated for drivers and law enforcement.
By Cole Rosengren • March 13, 2017 -
Montgomery, AL still looking for a recycling solution following 'dirty MRF' closure
The facility's large size and high operating costs have turned off some potential operators.
By Cole Rosengren • March 13, 2017 -
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2 municipalities begin ecomaine partnership for curbside food waste collection
The pilots will offer free collection and drop-off service to start as the nonprofit looks to expand diversion options.
By Cole Rosengren • March 10, 2017 -
Waste Management says long-awaited Reno, NV MRF to open in May
Permitting and construction delays have held up the main portion of the company's Eco-Center.
By Cole Rosengren • March 10, 2017 -
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A look at New York City's efforts to make transfer station siting more fair
The current situation is characterized as “one of the most egregious examples of inequitable distribution,” according to a recent city report.
By Cole Rosengren • March 9, 2017 -
Massachusetts city sees 20% increase in recycling after switching to cart system
Officials in Haverhill have reported nearly $500,000 in savings since making the switch and adding automated trucks.
By Cole Rosengren • March 9, 2017 -
Cincinnati partners with Simple Recycling for curbside textile collection
While this effort could divert 1,000 tons of material from landfills per year, local nonprofits are concerned they'll lose inventory.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
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Rubicon announces second municipal partnership with Santa Fe, NM
The deal will bring Rubicon's technology into city trucks to gain more detailed information on recycling rates and other indicators.
By Cole Rosengren • March 8, 2017 -
Report: DOT will not change 34-hour restart rule for truck drivers
An FMCSA study found that proposed changes were not any safer than the current standards.
By Cole Rosengren • March 7, 2017 -
Phoenix deploys new roll-off recycling stations across the city
The eight "ECO Stations" are meant to expand recycling for multi-unit buildings and public spaces.
By Cole Rosengren • March 6, 2017 -
Charleston will stop curbside e-waste collection
Recycling costs for the city's private contractor have more than doubled in the last five years.
By Cole Rosengren • March 3, 2017 -
China's latest national import crackdown is underway
The new "National Sword 2017" campaign began last month and has limited some recycling trade.
By Cole Rosengren • March 2, 2017
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