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E-waste firm Sage Sustainable Energy will acquire Hugo Neu Recycling
The acquisition will largely benefit Hugo Neu customers, who will now have more access to useful tools and information.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 3, 2015 -
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90% of seabirds have plastic waste in stomach: study
Experts caution the rate can grow to 99% by 2050 if people do not take immediate action.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 3, 2015 -
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Scientists develop process to store methane in coffee waste
The grounds from your cup of joe may have a new purpose after being tossed in the trash.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 3, 2015 -
South Carolina counties close to scrapping recycling deal
Horry County said no to a recycling deal with the county that came to its rescue 18 years ago.
By Deborah Barrington • Sept. 3, 2015 -
Ripple Glass is pushing Kansas City toward zero waste
"It’s my goal to make Kansas City the No. 1 glass recycling city in the county," said Boulevard Beer founder John McDonald.
By Deborah Barrington • Sept. 2, 2015 -
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Speedo makes waves with new recycled swimwear
The swimwear manufacturer has created a collection made entirely with "end-of-life waste material."
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 2, 2015 -
CR&R to build new $100M anaerobic digestion plant in California
The Perris, CA-based waste and recycling company is building a plant that acts like a cow.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 31, 2015 -
Investigation shows Europeans only recycle 35% of e-waste
A Europe Union-funded investigation, released on Saturday, reported that only 3.3 million of 9.45 million tons of discarded e-waste was recycled properly in 2012.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 31, 2015 -
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Reno seeks more oversight of Waste Management
The Nevada city wants to make sure Waste Management is fulfilling its contract, including charging the required rates and handling recycled materials properly.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 31, 2015 -
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One-third of U.S. food goes to waste: report
The most recent report by the USDA estimates that 133 billion pounds of food was wasted in 2010.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 31, 2015 -
California's 'Refuel Your Fun' initiative could ease problems at MRFs
California is working to remove a potential hazard and production killer.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 28, 2015 -
California bill would require local organic waste plans
The state's senate has passed a bill that would require local governments to plan for composting infrastructers.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 28, 2015 -
Sevier Solid Waste launches renewable energy project in Tennessee
The solid waste company announced its second project this year aimed at transforming its operation into a zero-waste facility.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 28, 2015 -
NYC expands composting rules to arenas, hotel restaurants
Yankee Stadium has a new sanitation rule on the horizon.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 28, 2015 -
Chicago entrepreneur creates biodegradable 'poop bag' for dog waste
The city's new ban on lightweight plastic bags may help the "poop bag girl" with her mission.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 28, 2015 -
Pilot program aims to divert plastic bags, eliminate clogged machinery
Vancouver and Clark County, WA are going Beyond Bags to new consumer products.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 26, 2015 -
Cohen Recycling investing $7M in e-waste unit
Another electronic waste recycler is expanding. Business is booming.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 26, 2015 -
Global e-waste market set to hit $5.04B by 2020
The report looks at global e-waste generation, by volume, sources, and value.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 25, 2015 -
Molson Coors reports progress on 2020 sustainability goals
Lift a glass to Molson Coors' sustainability report. The company said its main areas of concern are water, energy and carbon and packaging and waste.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 25, 2015 -
Sponsored by City of AustinAustin, Texas Seeks Recycling and Reuse Tenants for [re]Manufacturing Hub
Austin has set a goal to reach zero waste by 2040 and has made economic development a cornerstone of its path to get there.
Aug. 25, 2015 -
DTE Energy places Bigbelly solar-powered units in Detroit
Sun rises on Detroit's newest trash and recycling units.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 24, 2015 -
Ohio awards grants for recycling, reducing illegal dumping
What do cameras and bars have to do with recycling rates?
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 24, 2015 -
'Mega Expedition' boats return with data on plastic trash
The Pacific expedition will end next month. It is expected to provide data that will go deeper than any collected in the last 40 years.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 23, 2015 -
Apartment resident films recycling dumped with trash
"I saw both sides flapping open. It's only supposed to flap one open if the lock is engaged," the resident told local news outlets.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 23, 2015 -
Tradebe Environmental moves HQ, adds jobs
The privately held company is setting up its U.S. headquarters in Merrillville, IN.
By Linda Tufano • Aug. 23, 2015
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