Recycling: Page 148
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Carpet associations form voluntary product stewardship program
The Carpet and Rug Institute and Carpet America Recovery Effort joined forces to create a stewardship program that diverts carpeting from landfills.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Salud: Veolia develops anaerobic digester for CA vineyards, wineries
Veolia Water Technologies introduced a specialized system that breaks down waste from wine production for use around Napa Valley, CA.
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Labor Department grants auto parts re-seller SHARP designation
The U.S. Department of Labor has added two U-Pull-&-Pay retail locations into the Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Kuusakoski buys IL-based recycling company
The international recycling firm purchased the remaining shares of Vintage Tech, and now owns the materials processing company.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Study: Aluminum cans now made from 70% recycled content
According to a study conducted by PE International, 70% of the material used to produce beverage cans is recycled.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Organics recycling takes center stage at CT recycling conference
In recognition of the importance of organic waste recycling, the Connecticut Recyclers Coalition trade show was devoted entirely to discussing organics disposal.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 19, 2014 -
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Tri State Metal to plead guilty to federal tax charges
The Department of Justice alleges that the Chicago, IL scrapper underreported income to avoid paying taxes.
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How Arkansas boosted its recycling rate
The state Department of Environmental Quality reported that its recycling rate increased by 4% in 2014. The reason? Glass.
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CA county starts recycling styrofoam
Santa Cruz County in California has purchased a polystyrene recycling machine that will transform the material into a glue, which can then be sold to China for a profit.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
Global system could be the answer to growing e-waste recycling problem
An electronic waste recycling system implemented on a worldwide level has the potential to help emerging countries deal with mounting issues surrounding discarded electronics.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
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BioHitech expands institutional food waste recycling
Hospitals in New York and Massachusetts installed the company’s aerobic digesters at their facilities.
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Applied CleanTech, Scottish Water to test wastewater recycling
The San Diego-based startup collaborated with Scottish Water to test its proprietary sewage recycling technology.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 18, 2014 -
Slam dunk: Waste Management partners with Charlotte Hornets arena
The Charlotte segment of Waste Management announced a partnership with Time Warner Cable Arena and the Charlotte Hornets in North Carolina.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 17, 2014 -
Successful IL county e-waste recycling facilities forced to shut down
A successful electronic waste collection program will end abruptly due to a lack of funding and insufficient subsidies.
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NW&RA airs concerns over CA recycling program, waste hauler safety
The trade organization responded to CalRecycle and OSHA in regard to recent proposals in California suggested by the two groups.
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EcoATM secures new office in Sorrento Valley, CA
The electronics recycling company inked a deal for 53,000 square feet of office space to house operations relating to its line of e-waste kiosks.
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Infamous Atari 'E.T.' cartridge to join Smithsonian video game exhibit
The ill-fated game cartridge, excavated from a landfill in New Mexico in April, has garnered intense interest from gaming fans and cultural institutions alike.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 16, 2014 -
BASF, Schuster plan to create recyclable fast-food packaging
The two companies will join forces to develop, test, and launch a recycled cardboard for specialized use in the fast-food industry.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 16, 2014 -
Waste Management: 15 million tons of recyclables diverted in 2013
The 2014 “Creating a Circular Economy” report highlights Waste Management’s current status in regard to sustainability.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 16, 2014 -
Investigation turns down the covers on WA prison mattress recycling scam
The alleged scam involves illegal wages, unfair competition, and an estimated $1 million in losses for the state.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 15, 2014 -
Vertex Energy acquires oil recycler for $16.5M
The deal to buy petroleum recycling firm Heartland provides expanded growth opportunities for the hydrocarbon processor and recycler.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 15, 2014 -
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Renew Blue opening TX location in early 2015
The medical waste processor plans to open a facility in Sherman, TX to serve the Dallas metro area.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 15, 2014 -
Casella big loser as VT regulators choose new contractors for e-waste agreement
The state collection and recycling agreement was altered to bring transparency to the bidding process.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 15, 2014 -
EPA revises 2008 solid waste recycling rule
The revised guidance is intended to encourage the responsible recycling of hazardous waste and to promote recycling innovation.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 12, 2014 -
Baltimore mayor rejects plastic bag ban
The mayor of Baltimore, MD vetoed a city ordinance that would have banned plastic bags distributed by retailers.
By Nicole Wrona • Dec. 12, 2014
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