Zero Waste: Page 35
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Deep Dive
No waste in Washington? For the city's trash, it could be a reality
Waste Dive spoke with DPW Director Christopher Shorter about the District's major waste management overhaul.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 19, 2017 -
UPDATE: New York State Senate approves bill to prohibit NYC bag fee
The bill was drafted to prevent the city's 5-cent fee from taking effect before Feb. 15.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 18, 2017 -
SPC: 94% of US residents have access to recycling, but not all curbside
Drop-off programs and multi-family buildings were highlighted as areas for improvement in the nationwide survey.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Unilever aims for 100% 'recyclable' plastic packaging by 2025
The consumer goods giant recognized the challenges of plastic and renewed its commitment to circular economy goals.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
UN report: Asian e-waste generation up 63% in 5 years
The new in-depth report studied waste generated across 12 countries in the East and Southeast.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Plastic bag bans could end up in Texas Supreme Court
Ongoing efforts to roll back regulations in cities such as Austin have sparked a debate over local control.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 13, 2017 -
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Washington electronics collection drops for third year in a row
Changing technology such as lighter televisions and monitors has likely played a role in the decreasing weight.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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DC releases first solid waste report, outlines steps to reform system
Washington, D.C.'s Department of Public Works reported a citywide residential diversion rate of about 21%.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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Deep DiveWho's responsible for making plastic packaging more recyclable?
Brands and recyclers are working on solutions from both ends, with MRFs often caught in the middle.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 12, 2017 -
Study: Co-collection of yard waste is cheaper, greener in Omaha, NE
The city commissioned a $160,000 study to review waste collection options ahead of its next contract.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Plastics Industry Association touts electronics recycling progress
A report in partnership with the Consumer Technology Association highlights plastics' role in new technology such as drones and wearables.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Utility Dive
San Diego city government sets internal goal for 50% diversion by 2020
The plan is part of an effort to lead by example and encourage the city to reach its goal of zero waste by 2040.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 11, 2017 -
New Jersey Gov. Christie signs electronics recycling bill into law
The bill, S-981, will place more e-waste recycling responsibility on manufacturers.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Indiana awards $1M in grants to expand municipal, commercial recycling
Rumpke, Indiana Recycling Coalition and Strategic Materials, East-Terra Plastics and others will benefit from the grants.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
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2 'smart' trash cans introduced at CES 2017
The Zera Food Recycler and GeniCan both have the potential to transform the way that consumers think about waste disposal.
By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
'Food Power': How many apple cores does it take to power a light bulb?
A new project from Save On Energy aims to raise awareness among consumers by equating food waste to the energy usage of household items.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 10, 2017 -
San Antonio residents weigh evolving PAYT options
The city has been offering different-sized carts at similar prices, though that could change later this year.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Milwaukee rolls out pilot organics collection program
About 500 households will be participating until November for a small monthly fee.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
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California city considers its own Baltimore-inspired trash wheel
Newport Beach wants its own waste collection unit, though some conservancy groups are opposing the idea.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 9, 2017 -
UPDATE: Michigan becomes seventh state to outlaw bag bans
Michigan Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has signed the bill into law, prohibiting local ordinances that limit the use of plastic bags.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 6, 2017 -
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EPA's McCarthy highlights successes of waste-related initiatives in exit memo
The outgoing administrator touted the first performance standards for landfills as a top environmental achievement during President Obama's terms in office.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 6, 2017 -
Chinese company keeps used phones out of the landfill with successful trade-in app
As electronics manufacturers continue to rapidly develop new products, apps like Aihuishou could have a place in the U.S. market as well.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 5, 2017 -
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Deep Dive6 waste and recycling trends to watch in 2017
From the growth of flexible packaging to increased infrastructure spending, there are many developments to prepare for in the new year.
By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • Jan. 5, 2017 -
US Department of Energy launches REMADE Institute to boost material reuse
The new institute will be based in Rochester, NY and work to reduce the cost of recycling and remanufacturing technologies.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 4, 2017 -
Study: Diners may waste more if they know food will be composted
New research from The Ohio State University experimented with telling consumers where their wasted food would end up.
By Cole Rosengren • Jan. 4, 2017
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