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UN report: Asian e-waste generation up 63% in 5 years
The new in-depth report studied waste generated across 12 countries in the East and Southeast.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
DSNY tests first DME-powered Mack Truck
The demonstration project, in partnership with Oberon Fuels, has the potential to divert organic waste and reduce emissions.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 13, 2017 -
Red River cites holiday volume and weather as factors in missed pick-ups
Driver shortages, currently a problem for the industry, can cause interrupted service, but Red River has not reported driver issues.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
Missouri city continues to debate complex transfer station contract involving Republic
Republic was awarded the contract last year, but a legal challenge has been filed.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
SWEEP: Average landfill tip fees increased in 2016
Analysis indicates that the average increase was 1.5% and regional cost trends remain the same.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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DC releases first solid waste report, outlines steps to reform system
Washington, D.C.'s Department of Public Works reported a citywide residential diversion rate of about 21%.
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Study: Co-collection of yard waste is cheaper, greener in Omaha, NE
The city commissioned a $160,000 study to review waste collection options ahead of its next contract.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Central Park's waste to be collected by fleet of new electric carts
The $1.94 million project in New York's most iconic park exemplifies a growing trend toward implementing electric collection vehicles.
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2 'smart' trash cans introduced at CES 2017
The Zera Food Recycler and GeniCan both have the potential to transform the way that consumers think about waste disposal.
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San Antonio residents weigh evolving PAYT options
The city has been offering different-sized carts at similar prices, though that could change later this year.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Adam Lindquist/Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore
California city considers its own Baltimore-inspired trash wheel
Newport Beach wants its own waste collection unit, though some conservancy groups are opposing the idea.
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NYC anti-franchising group gains support, hires first director
New Yorkers for Responsible Waste Management has hired Kendall Christiansen to make its case against the DSNY zoning proposal.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 6, 2017 -
New York councilman proposes GPS tracking program for DSNY trucks
The bill would require GPS tracking units on all city sanitation vehicles to provide live data and help the public avoid truck traffic.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 5, 2017 -
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Deep Dive6 waste and recycling trends to watch in 2017
From the growth of flexible packaging to increased infrastructure spending, there are many developments to prepare for in the new year.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • Jan. 5, 2017 -
DSNY helps protect Times Square NYE celebration — then cleans up after it
Hundreds of workers performed the annual ritual of sweeping up Times Square after one million people rang in 2017.
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2 Texas cities must send recyclables to landfill after Republic facility fire
A Dec. 28 fire has likely destroyed the company's recycling facility in Plano, TX.
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New Orleans suspends glass collection after one year
Low participation rates kept the program from ever regaining viability after Hurricane Katrina.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 3, 2017 -
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Hong Kong's first modern electronics recycling facility nears completion
The project will be supported by a regional collection hub and is driven by regulatory efforts to limit pollution.
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Study: Cigarette butts are most common type of litter on Chicago's beaches
A new study from Loyola University Chicago analyzed waste characterization data from more than 12 years of summer cleanups.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 28, 2016 -
UPDATE: One year later, Orange County, FL adjusts to automated cart program
The county's switch to automated pickups once per week created some chaos in Orange County.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 23, 2016 -
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Massachusetts city may invest in mini trash truck to clean parks
The city of Chicopee is debating whether to purchase the vehicle as part of an overall sanitation fleet overhaul.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 23, 2016 -
Massachusetts commercial food waste ban has generated $175M in economic activity
Growth trends are clear, though some haulers say this was part of a larger cultural trend that had already been occurring.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 22, 2016 -
Northern Colorado communities seek new ways to combat high recycling costs
Low commodity prices have forced some cities to close their programs and look at privatization options.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 22, 2016 -
Study: 22M pounds of plastic debris enter the Great Lakes each year
The new Rochester Institute of Technology study is one of the first comprehensive looks at this domestic issue.
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Seattle dumpster ban leads to spike in disposal costs for local businesses
The recent ban in one retail corridor intended to reduce anti-LGBTQ hate crimes, but some businesses in the area are taking a financial hit.
By Cole Rosengren • Dec. 20, 2016
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