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IBM Research identifies new method for creating biodegradable plastics
Scientists say a new organic catalyst could make the plant-to-plastic process cheaper.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Georgia summit tries to change the narrative around glass recycling
Representatives from local government, the waste industry and manufacturing convened to discuss solutions.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 9, 2016 -
Connecticut recycler fights permit denial in court
Recycling Inc. is appealing a state decision that prohibits it from doing business.
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Waste Management interns spread recycling awareness door-to-door in Seattle area
12 interns — some multilingual — have been getting residents on the right track since state recycling rates have dipped.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 8, 2016 -
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Teen starts collection business for hard-to-recycle items in Portland, OR
An autistic teen is pursuing his passions by helping his neighbors get rid of their challenging items.
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Italy passes new law aimed at major food waste reduction
The country plans to make donations easier, packaging more sustainable, and leftovers more culturally acceptable.
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UPDATE: Connecticut NWRA chapter shares concerns about state's waste reduction plan
The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection aims to reduce waste 60% by 2024.
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Low Chinese demand for recovered materials likely to continue
Analysis from the executive president of the China Scrap Plastics Association offers a tough outlook.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 4, 2016 -
Texas to conduct statewide study of recycling economy
The firm Burns & McDonnell will help conduct the study as required by recent legislation.
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Deep DiveTroubled waters: How Rio's trash problem goes far beyond the Olympics
Seven years of planning for the Summer Games wasn't enough to rid Rio's waters of waste. So what will happen when the torch is extinguished?
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Grocery Manufacturers Association highlights corporate waste reduction efforts
The food and beverage association's biannual report shows innovative solutions from major companies.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 3, 2016 -
2 California recyclers fight back against state fraud accusations
California Waste Solutions and Recycling Services Alliance are refuting charges by CalRecycle in two separate cases.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 3, 2016 -
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Keep America Beautiful releases plans for Recycle-Bowl, fall initiatives
The annual competition is significant in promoting consumer awareness across the nation.
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How startup ByFusion is turning plastic trash into a construction commodity
The company's RePlast blocks can be used for insulation, road construction, or whatever else people can dream up.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 2, 2016 -
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UPDATE: NJ judge dismisses dispute regarding condo association, Blue Diamond Disposal
A fight between Blue Diamond Disposal and the Franklin Meadows Condominium Association has been described in formal motions as "playground style bullying."
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SPC study: PET, aluminum can recycling available to 92% of US residents
Meanwhile, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition found that glass and carton recycling programs are less prevalent in the U.S.
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California recycler rePlanet charged in 2013 employee death
The Ontario-based company faces two felony charges and a $1.5 million fine if convicted.
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Disposal rates—and diversion rates—are climbing in Southwest Colorado
Residents in the region are disposing of 7% more waste than they were in 2007, despite new initiatives.
By Cole Rosengren • July 29, 2016 -
New York scrap recycler receives 10-count indictment for pollution
The owner of Coast Transportation and Recycling has been charged for contaminating a local waterway.
By Cole Rosengren • July 29, 2016 -
ACC study: Environmental cost of plastic lower than other materials
The new report commissioned by the American Chemistry Council has led to some surprising findings.
By Cole Rosengren • July 28, 2016 -
Call2Recycle increases battery collections by 22% over last year
Vermont's new extended producer responsibility law for single-use batteries was credited for part of the jump.
By Cole Rosengren • July 27, 2016 -
NWRA, SWANA announce new shared positions on market challenges
The organizations issued two addenda to their Joint Advisory on Designing Contracts for Processing of Municipal Recyclables.
By Cole Rosengren • July 27, 2016 -
Arkansas legislators ask for audit of state tire recycling, management programs
The efficiency and fiscal stability of the state's tire district system is currently in question.
By Cole Rosengren • July 27, 2016 -
Oregon bottle deposit value to double in April 2017
The state's bottle deposit is slated to rise to 10 cents due to two years of low bottle-return rates.
By Kristin Musulin • July 26, 2016 -
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Scranton, PA moves toward updating recycling program for first time in 26 years
The Scranton City Council will vote on an ordinance this week to update regulations for a low-performing program.
By Cole Rosengren • July 26, 2016
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