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U.S. recycling rates stagnate

U.S. recycling rates are stagnant and participants across the value chain – including brands, packaging manufacturers, and recyclers – collectively need to push recycling...

adminNovember 20, 2023

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EPA to award approximately $8 million for tribal recycling

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing nine selectees across the nation’s Pacific Southwest region to receive a total of $7,915,660 in Solid...

adminNovember 17, 2023

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Colorado accepting applications for boosting recycling programs

The Colorado Department of Public Health (CDPHE) launched its fifth year of NextCycle Colorado, a program designed to boost businesses with innovative solutions for...

adminNovember 3, 2023

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Recology diverts 1.3 million tons from landfills

Recology released its Sustainability Report, which showcases the company’s commitments to decrease greenhouse gas emissions, support a diverse workforce, and partner with local communities...

adminOctober 31, 2023

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Chicago Teamsters ratify five year contract with WM

Members of Teamsters Local 731 at Waste Management, Inc. (WM) in Chicago have voted by an overwhelming 2-1 margin for a strong new contract....

adminOctober 31, 2023

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Waste Pro gives $100,000 to employees marking 20 years of service

Waste Pro founder and executive board chairman John Jennings and president and chief executive officer Sean Jennings surprised 10 employees with breakfast, a plaque,...

adminOctober 31, 2023

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Waste Pro named third largest privately owned company in Central Florida

Waste Pro has been named the third largest privately owned company in Central Florida by the Orlando Business Journal in its annual Golden 100...

adminOctober 30, 2023

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Owens Corning makes progress on shingle recycling initiatives

Owens Corning continues to advance toward its aspiration to create a circular shingle economy and divert waste from landfills. The company announced today that...

adminOctober 16, 2023

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Rubicon launches holiday recycling campaign to divert discarded candy wrappers

Rubicon Technologies Inc., a Lexington, Kentucky-based software provider for waste, recycling and fleet operations, has launched Trash or Treasure, a program designed to help divert candy...

adminOctober 9, 2023

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Chicago Teamsters ratify five year contract with WM

Members of Teamsters Local 731 at Waste Management, Inc. (WM) in Chicago have voted by an overwhelming 2-1 margin for a strong new contract....

adminOctober 3, 2023