How has Donald Trump affected the waste industry?

One year after the election, Waste Dive takes a look at how the industry has changed during the Trump administration.

By Cody Boteler • Nov. 8, 2017

UPDATE: Wheelabrator moves closer to monofill expansion in Massachusetts, opposition remains

State Rep. RoseLee Vincent, in trying to block Wheelabrator, introduced legislation that would keep the ash monofill from expanding.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 6, 2017

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf asks for RFS volume requirements waiver

In his letter, the governor told the EPA that at least two refiners now spend more money purchasing RINs than they do paying employees.

By Cody Boteler • Nov. 3, 2017

BTS Bioenergy to invest up to $40M in AD infrastructure, jobs in Maryland

The Italian company plans to construct two anaerobic digesters and its North American headquarters in Howard County.

By Cody Boteler • Nov. 1, 2017

BioResource Development LFG project could net Nebraska county $200K annually

The landfill has generated odor complaints from neighbors, so a project to collect gas and turn it into energy will likely be a welcomed move.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 31, 2017

As Dublin plant opens, Covanta reports net positive Q3 — despite ongoing Fairfax, VA closure

Covanta expected to reopen the Fairfax County plant more quickly after a February fire. After finally receiving county approval, the company plans to install fire suppression technology in November. 

By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 30, 2017

UPDATE: Wheelabrator gets one-year extension of SPSA contract in Virginia

The contract will run until at least Jan. 31, 2019.

By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 27, 2017

House bill introduced to extend tax credits to biogas, WTE projects

A bill from a New York Congresswoman would give a production tax credit to biogas and waste-to-energy projects that generate electricity — again.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 27, 2017

EREF sees new comprehensive facility list as first step in analyzing bigger trends

This list of more than 9,000 facilities is a direct follow-up to EREF's much discussed MSW tonnage report from last year.

By Cole Rosengren • Oct. 12, 2017

EPA: The 3 LFG trends to watch

While there are some promising signs of growth for landfill gas projects, an increased interest in diverting food waste could mean lower yields. 

By Cody Boteler • Sept. 28, 2017

New York overhauls solid waste regulations for first time in decades

"It’s a long time coming. It’s like the train coming out of the tunnel," said NWRA's Steve Changaris, who offered insights on how these regulations may impact the industry.

By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 26, 2017

Q&A: Prepping for WASTECON/ISWA 2017 with SWANA's David Biderman

The show, which will attract attendees from the U.S., Europe and beyond, will cover six core topics including climate change, smart tech and energy recovery.

By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • Sept. 25, 2017

3 new projects show growing interest in generating value from LFG

Projects by Waste Management, Republic Services and Hamm in three states show the universal appeal of this developing technology.

By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 21, 2017

Minneapolis releases 'zero waste' plan, awaits council approval

The proposed plan includes recommendations for adjusting collection schedules to encourage recycling and composting, and exploring a non-exclusive franchise system.

By Cody Boteler • Sept. 21, 2017

GAIA report: RDF and other WTE tech is 'a false path to zero waste'

The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives focused on the Hefty EnergyBag, SpecFUEL and RePower projects, among others.

By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 7, 2017

Biogas producers urge EPA to reconsider RFS volume requirements

The Environmental Protection Agency's proposed renewable fuel standard volume obligation for cellulosic biofuels in 2018 is down 23% from the 2017 level.

By Cody Boteler • Aug. 28, 2017

Recycling dirty aluminum foil might not be practical — but it could be used to make biofuel

Through a chemical process, used foil can be transformed into a catalyst that's critical in synthesizing dimethyl ether — a biofuel that could replace diesel.

By Cody Boteler • Aug. 2, 2017

After a good Q2, despite Fairfax and Dublin closures, Covanta CEO looks to the UK

Even with two unplanned facility shutdowns, the company posted positive results and sees big potential in drug take-back programs.

By Cole Rosengren • July 31, 2017

UPDATE: Dublin Covanta facility back on track

The facility was allowed to resume testing and commissioning earlier this month following an investigation by Ireland's Environmental Protection Agency.

By Cole Rosengren • July 17, 2017

Talkin' Trash: Quotes on rat crackdowns and the economics of waste reduction

"Ethical concerns don’t sway businesses, so there is also the financial argument that if you're throwing out food you’re wasting money," and other talking points you may have missed.

By Cody Boteler • July 14, 2017

SWANA CEO outlines 3 obstacles facing WTE during congressional energy expo

One of the principal issues, David Biderman said, is literally bananas. 

By Cody Boteler • July 12, 2017

Connecticut law signed to create multiple opportunities for WTE

The new law opens procurement criteria for anaerobic digestion and landfill methane and improves energy credit options for WTE.

By Cole Rosengren • July 11, 2017

Minneapolis landfills sue state environmental agency over incineration push

Landfills owned by Waste Management and Republic Services have filed suit against the MPCA over its enforcement of a 30-year-old law.

By Cody Boteler • July 6, 2017

Maryland's 'zero waste' plan has been scrapped — and maybe that's OK

One week after Gov. Larry Hogan ended his predecessor's policy, both industry and advocates see reasons to be happy.

By Cole Rosengren • July 5, 2017

Maryland officials plan to require emissions reduction at Baltimore WTE facility

State regulators are making moves to cut nitrogen oxide emissions at the BRESCO plant, which processed around 80% of the city's refuse last year.

By Cody Boteler • July 5, 2017