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Deep Dive
Tech, trust, and transformation: How Recycle Track Systems is taking the guesswork out of collections
"Everyone is looking to make a change ... They want to do more and we’re giving them the tool to do it," said RTS CEO Greg Lettieri.
By Cole Rosengren • July 21, 2016 -
Canadian duo debuts prototype for 'Bin-to-Bin' sterilization machine
Mounted on a truck, the "Bin-to-Bin" system cleans and deodorizes cans more efficiently than hosing them down, and uses less water.
By Cole Rosengren • July 21, 2016 -
UPDATE: Flint, MI City Council votes against hiring Rizzo Environmental
A resolution was passed to extend the current contract with Republic Services for three years.
By Cole Rosengren • July 20, 2016 -
Nashville looks for new glass collection solutions thanks to public interest
The city doesn't currently collect the material, but is considering a small commercial pilot program.
By Cole Rosengren • July 20, 2016 -
Iowa waste authority close to decision on allowing yard waste in landfills
The Metro Waste Authority is looking at potentially commingling organics at landfills with methane-capture systems.
By Cole Rosengren • July 20, 2016 -
Berkeley, CA contesting OSHA citations over worker death
The city will appeal six of eight citations regarding the Jan. 11 death of a worker crushed by his truck.
By Cole Rosengren • July 19, 2016 -
New Orleans 'trash king' returns to waste industry with new collection business
Sidney Torres IV, known for the company SDT Waste & Debris Services, is back with a new venture called IV Waste.
By Cole Rosengren • July 19, 2016 -
Fort Collins, CO close to approving long-discussed recycling surcharge
City officials have come around to the idea as part of an ongoing conversation about new zero waste policies.
By Cole Rosengren • July 18, 2016 -
UPDATE: Santa Rosa, CA declines extension of North Bay Corp. contract
The city will open the waste and recycling contract to new bidders following an audit raising concerns about North Bay Corp.'s operations.
By Cole Rosengren • July 14, 2016 -
Recycling Partnership announces grant for recycling carts in Athens, OH
The college town will receive help in purchasing 5,000 new carts and rolling out an education campaign.
By Cole Rosengren • July 14, 2016 -
Researchers develop 3-D laser scanner that can map beach trash
The technology is much faster than hand-counting and could help with marine litter cleanup efforts.
By Cole Rosengren • July 14, 2016 -
Honolulu looks to install canal-cleaning trash wheel through fundraising campaign
Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii is raising money for a feasibility study that would look at replicating Baltimore's popular wheel project.
By Cole Rosengren • July 13, 2016 -
Deep Dive
8 heart-melting stories of children who love their garbage hauler
Many companies' tiniest customers are also their biggest fans.
By Cole Rosengren • July 12, 2016 -
Industry representatives skeptical of New York City's zero waste plan
Some say the city's aim to divert 90% of waste from landfills by 2030 is more of a goal than a plan.
By Cole Rosengren • July 12, 2016 -
FMCSA seeking comments for demonstration of crash preventability program
In response to new legislation, the agency is exploring a system to make preventability determinations on certain incidents.
By Cole Rosengren • July 12, 2016 -
WRAP survey: Obstacles to cause gate, tipping fee increases at UK MRFs
The recent survey found low commodity prices and increased contamination are causing increased charges at recycling facilities.
By Kristin Musulin • July 11, 2016 -
Alliance Recycling to shut down after history of citations, fines
The California facility is seen as a lifeline for many local scavengers and a blight by the area's newer residents.
By Cole Rosengren • July 11, 2016 -
Scranton, PA files liens on nearly $1.5M in unpaid collection fees
This policy is one of many attempts to recoup money from thousands of delinquent accounts.
By Cole Rosengren • July 11, 2016 -
Lawsuit takes aim at Waste Management's franchise agreement in Reno, NV
Multiple haulers have taken issue with the company's dominance in the local market.
By Cole Rosengren • July 8, 2016 -
Hong Kong's beaches are blanketed in trash—but where is it coming from?
China is thought to be the waste's main source and the local government has not announced a clean-up plan.
By Cole Rosengren • July 8, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Women in Waste spotlight: Big Truck Rental's Jeanie Dubinski on demanding a presence
Waste Dive caught up with this NWRA Member of the Year to get her perspectives on leadership, networking and bringing young women into the industry.
By Kristin Musulin • July 7, 2016 -
NWRA announces third Safety Stand Down ahead of back-to-school season
The association's latest round of safety training will focus on driver distractions in school zones and around bus stops.
By Cole Rosengren • July 7, 2016 -
New website launches to highlight global anti-litter campaigns
Sponsored by a U.K. nonprofit, the open source Neat Streets site is meant for sharing strategies and designs.
By Cole Rosengren • July 7, 2016 -
Solterra Recycling Solutions acquires Bridge Disposal
This deal comes soon after Solterra refinanced its credit facility in anticipation of planned growth.
By Cole Rosengren • July 6, 2016 -
ATA report: Trucking industry spends $9.5B per year on safety
Driver safety training received the most funding, along with technologies such as collision avoidance and video recorders.
By Cole Rosengren • July 6, 2016