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- October 2024 Fire Report: A Discussion with Jeffrey Spangenberger of Argonne National Laboratory’s ReCell Center October 22, 2024Focusing on the five-month period from May to September, it has become clear that we are experiencing the highest 150-day total for fire incidents in our history. As I have stated many times before, the most concerning aspect of this increase is it only represents a portion of the overall industry.Ryan Fogelman
- McDermott Recognized for Leadership in Garnet Recycling by GMA Middle East October 22, 2024
- Frontier Waste Solutions Expands with Four New Municipal Partnerships October 22, 2024
- Bioenergy Devco Names James T. Meek CFO October 22, 2024
- Michigan State University Anaerobic Digestion Project Takes a New Leap October 21, 2024Michigan State University’s anaerobic digester, developed by Anaergia, is undergoing a major upgrade to handle increased organic waste and support the new Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center. The expansion will quadruple the facility's capacity by 2026, showcasing a scalable model for sustainable waste management and emissions reduction on university campuses.Arlene Karidis
- Waste World Episode 2: Navigating the Oil Industry's Shift Toward Circularity October 21, 2024On this week's episode of the Waste World Podcast, Editorial Director Stefanie Valentic chats with Andreas Osbar about the state of the oil industry and the challenges and opportunities associated with creating a circular system for lubricants.
- AG Kaul Imposes $90,000 Fine for Alleged Hazardous Waste Violations in Ozaukee County October 21, 2024
- Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, LLC Approved to Begin Hanford Tanks Cleanup Contract October 21, 2024
- SWANA Announces New Guidelines on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) October 21, 2024
- Fluor Joint Venture Receives Notice to Proceed on Hanford Integrated Tank Disposition Contract October 18, 2024
- Rehrig Pacific Partners with Openscreen to Revolutionize the Waste and Recycling Industry October 18, 2024
- Waste Pro Assists Municipalities in Recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton October 18, 2024Waste Pro has been deeply involved in recovery efforts following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, providing crucial waste management services in Florida and Western North Carolina. Division managers Jennifer Herring and Daric Huntt share their experiences, detailing challenges like navigating hazardous roads, doubling trash volumes, and adapting operations to support municipalities with debris removal while facing […]Arlene Karidis
- Little Rock, Ark. Acquires New Waste Collection Trucks to Address Collection Delays October 18, 2024In a move to keep up with the collection and avoid further delays, the city of Little Rock, Ark. Has acquired seven new waste collection trucks for the city.
- NASA Launches $3 Million Innovative Lunar Waste Management Challenge October 17, 2024NASA has announced a two-phase competition, dubbed the LunaRecycle Challenge, to encourage innovative solutions for managing and recycling solid waste during long-term lunar missions.
- This Week in Waste: Top Stories October 14 to October 18, 2024 October 17, 2024Food waste solutions, recycling centers, and a new podcast were popular among readers this week on Waste360.com.
- Granville, OH Selects Rumpke Waste & Recycling to Take Over Trash Services October 17, 2024Coming up on the end of the area’s current waste hauler contract, the Granville Village Council in Ohio has selected Rumpke Waste & Recycling to take over waste services.
- LanzaTech Awarded $3 Million Grant for CO2 Recycling Project October 17, 2024The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management has awarded LanazaTech Global, Inc. a $3 million grant for CO2 recycling.
- Kansas City Pilot Program Will use Plastic Bags, Used Tires to Create Stronger Roads October 17, 2024Looking to cut down on waste in landfills, Kansas City, Mo. has introduced a pilot program that uses recycled plastics in asphalt mixes to create stronger roads.
- Augusta, Ga. Suspends Recycling as Hurricane Helene Cleanup Continues October 17, 2024Still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the city of Augusta, Ga. has suspended recycling collection until further notice.
- Is Your Business Ready? The Future of Waste is Circular October 16, 2024In addition to seizing efficiencies and expanding into new markets, waste and recycling managers need to look for ways to improve their own sustainable management. Adding advanced digital capabilities can help leverage existing strengths to seize on emerging circular economy opportunities.Geoff Aardsma