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LCSWMA
SWANA report: Non-prescribed landfill cover methods could 'exceed' federal requirements
Exposed geomembrane covers and engineered turf covers may be just as effective as the EPA-prescribed method for capping landfills — and come with financial savings.
By Cody Boteler • June 27, 2017 -
Cole Rosengren
Waste Management gets tentative approval for 20-year biogas deal at Wisconsin landfill
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage Commission executed an MOU nearly a year after it was first proposed.
By Cole Rosengren • June 27, 2017 -
UPDATE: Fort Smith, AR resident to sue city for 'misuse of public funds'
Jennifer Merriott hopes to get residents reimbursed for recycling fees that were allegedly charged during a period that recyclables were headed to a landfill.
By Cole Rosengren • June 23, 2017 -
Virginia DEQ report: Out-of-state waste increased by nearly 14% in 2016
C&D waste played a role, but industrial waste spiked the most due to an influx from coal-producing North Carolina.
By Cole Rosengren • June 23, 2017 -
Pixabay
Deep DiveTalkin' Trash: Quotes on leachate, lawsuits, stereotypes and plastic bags
"I just want the people in the industry to be looked upon as heroes, instead of just lowlifes," and other talking points you may have missed.
By Cody Boteler • June 23, 2017 -
Study: Measures of food waste are 'overstated' and potentially consequential
Researchers say various estimates on the amount of wasted food worldwide are inconsistent. However that doesn't discount food waste as a major industry issue.
By Cody Boteler • June 21, 2017 -
Ryan Willumson
Milpitas, CA to sue CalRecycle over granting expansion permit to Republic landfill
Council members believe CalRecycle should have given more consideration into odor complaints at the heart of a long debate.
By Cole Rosengren • June 19, 2017 -
New Jersey DEP announces $39M project to remediate riverside landfill
Once built, leachate collection systems will stop pollution of the Passaic River and gas capture systems will flare methane.
By Cole Rosengren • June 15, 2017 -
Greater Portland, OR region to cease sending waste to expanding landfills
The goal is to remove Portland's disposal needs as justification for new capacity in a region that some say already has enough.
By Cole Rosengren • June 5, 2017 -
Duke Energy receives state approval for new coal ash landfill at site of former spill
North Carolina regulators are allowing the company to move forward with a new system that will keep ash away from a nearby river.
By Cole Rosengren • June 1, 2017 -
Keystone landfill expansion faces more questions in Pennsylvania
The state is seeking new information on multiple environmental effects before approving a contentious expansion request.
By Cole Rosengren • May 31, 2017 -
UPDATE: Leachate drainage efforts more efficient than expected at Suffolk, VA landfill
It may now be possible for authorities to reduce the drainage budget for the next fiscal year, which will help fund other plans.
By Cole Rosengren • May 25, 2017 -
Rachel Oster
With WISR, industry women now have a network to call their own
The new networking and personal development organization was launched this month, drawing the attention of women in the public and private sectors nationwide.
By Kristin Musulin • May 24, 2017 -
Rhode Island raising tip fee at largest landfill to preserve capacity, cover funding shortfall
Increasing tip fees by 23% this year, and even more in 2018, may also encourage more diversion from cities such as Providence.
By Cole Rosengren • May 24, 2017 -
Kendall Davis
Deep DiveTalkin' Trash with Waste Dive: Advice from 8 of the industry's top CEOs
In this special podcast episode, the Waste Dive team sat down with eight CEOs — including Jim Fish and Ron Mittelstaedt — to ask for advice on everything from leadership to company culture.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 22, 2017 -
Bridgeton Landfill LLC
EPA: No sign of radioactive waste in homes near West Lake Landfill
These test results come shortly after a failed state bill to buy 91 homes in the area from concerned residents.
By Cole Rosengren • May 19, 2017 -
New York unveils state methane reduction plan with focuses on food waste, landfills
These new priorities are part of Governor Andrew Cuomo's goal to reduce energy sector emissions 40% by 2030.
By Cole Rosengren • May 18, 2017 -
Springfield, MO pursues landfill expansion amid ongoing franchise discussion
A $1.9 million cell expansion has been proposed, but tip fee revenue is uncertain with two disposal contracts set to expire in 2019.
By Cole Rosengren • May 16, 2017 -
Rubicon
Deep DiveFor Rubicon Global, corporate chatter fuels a competitive fire
The 'Uber of trash' took the stage at WasteExpo to tout its business model — which many of the industry's top CEOs mercilessly critiqued.
By Cole Rosengren • May 16, 2017 -
Kristin Musulin
Deep DiveBusiness buzz: Top insights and comments from experts at #WasteExpo
The Big Easy was alive this week with Jazz Fest entertainment and brass bands on Bourbon, all setting a festive scene for one of the industry's largest trade shows.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • May 12, 2017 -
Courtesy of Casella Waste Systems
Deep DiveCEO John Casella talks GDP growth and getting fair returns on invested capital in recycling
The Casella Waste Systems CEO and chairman sat down with Waste Dive to discuss landfill expansions, Northeast recycling laws and the future of the economy.
By Cole Rosengren • May 11, 2017 -
PR Newswire / Advanced Disposal
Advanced Disposal projects more active year coming off long winter, Greentree Landfill fatality in Q1
Executives touted the CGS acquisition, a new Florida contract and more M&A potential as signs of a strong year to come.
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
Casella
Casella posts solid Q1, details plans to 'reinvigorate' acquisition pipeline
The company also indicated ongoing regulatory issues could cause it to close a Massachusetts landfill "in the near future."
By Cole Rosengren • May 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The Wide World of Waste: New focuses on fuel and a corporate duel
This week's round up covers the latest corporate intrigue, more than a few local property disputes and Canadian litter worth $100.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017 -
Nashville passes law requiring county approval for any new or expanded landfill permits
The "Jackson Law" has already been passed by at least 45 other county governments in Tennessee.
By Cole Rosengren • May 4, 2017
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