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Veolia Denies Reports That It Has Selected Buyers for Its U.S. Solid Waste Unit

Wed, 16 May 2012 19:03:00 +0000

Paris-based Veolia Environnement has denied a Dow Jones newswire report that said it had found a buyer for its U.S. solid waste operation.

Hormel Increases Recycling Tonnage by 27 Percent in 2011

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:39:00 +0000

Hormel Foods Corp. increased its recycling tonnage by 27 percent in 2011, according to its latest sustainability report.

Texas Disposal's Many Businesses

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:38:00 +0000

Texas Disposal Systems operates a variety businesses at its Creedmoor, Texas, headquarters.

Charities and Giraffes at Texas Disposal

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:36:00 +0000

Texas Disposal is more than just waste and recycling. The company's headquarters includes an exotic game ranch and a lodge to host non-profit events.

Sims Provides E-Waste Recycling for Goodwill Unit

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:43:00 +0000

Sims Recycling Solutions will provide electronic waste collection and recycling for Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin and Metropolitan Chicago.

Waste Management Begins Landfill Gas to Energy Unit in Ohio

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:13:00 +0000

Waste Management Inc. is launching a landfill gas to energy facility the company’s operation in New Springfield, Ohio.

Waste Management Opens CNG Fueling Station, to Expand Houston Area Fleet

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:49:00 +0000

Waste Management Inc. has opened a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station for its waste and recycling collection vehicles in Conroe, Texas, and said it will expand its fleet of natural gas-powered trucks in the Houston area.

NIMBY Notes: Poll Positioning

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:36:00 +0000

Darden Copeland

When it comes to referendums, go big or go home.

Bikini Appall

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:36:00 +0000

E-waste bikini highlights problem of women choosing careers in fashion over those in science, math and technology.

The Heap

Love Under the Lid (with video)

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:41:00 +0000

Magnetic Fields music video features trash can-bound lovers.

The Heap

Kohl’s Recycles 78 Percent of its Waste in 2011

Thu, 10 May 2012 19:34:00 +0000

Kohl’s Department Stores said it recycled 78 percent of its operating waste in 2011.

Sonoco Recycling Facility Diverts 95 Percent of Landfill Waste

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:36:00 +0000

Sonoco Recycling LLC said its CorrFlex facility in Rural Hall, N.C., has diverted 95 percent of its waste from landfills.

Tender for Purchase, On-Site Processing and Removal of Used Tyres from Cayman Islands' Landfill Sites

Wed, 09 May 2012 20:01:00 +0000

The Government of the Cayman Islands invites interested contractors to tender for the purchase, on-site processing and removal of used tyres from the Cayman Islands three landfill sites.

Republic Locks Out Union Workers in Indiana

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:21:00 +0000

Allied Waste Services of Evansville (Ind.) has locked out its union employees after the workers rejected a contract offer.

ReCommunity Opens Recycling Facility in Delaware

Wed, 09 May 2012 15:01:00 +0000

ReCommunity Recycling is establishing a single-stream recycling facility to serve the state of Delaware.

Paper Recovered for Recycling Grows 2.4 Percent in 2011

Tue, 08 May 2012 18:14:00 +0000

Paper recovered for recycling rose 2.4 percent in 2011 compared with the previous year, according to audited data from the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA).

Appliance Recycling Posts Loss for First Quarter

Tue, 08 May 2012 15:42:00 +0000

Appliance Recycling Centers of America Inc. (ARCA) posted a loss for its first quarter, caused by lower recycling volumes and company investments.

Florida County Commissions Waste-To-Energy Plant

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:47:00 +0000

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (Florida) has agreed to have Babcock & Wilcox (B&W) Co. build a waste-to-energy (WTE) plant in West Palm Beach.

Seeking the Waste Age 100!

Mon, 07 May 2012 14:57:00 +0000

We are now accepting entries for the 2012 edition of the Waste Age 100! Enter your company's data today!

The Heap

Florida Governor Signs into Law Key Solid Waste Permit Bill

Mon, 07 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed into law a key industry bill doubling the permit terms for solid waste facilities.

Medical Waste Firms Form Partnership

Fri, 04 May 2012 19:25:00 +0000

Two medical waste management firms have formed a partnership.

Maryland Passes Multifamily Recycling Law

Fri, 04 May 2012 18:17:00 +0000

Maryland has passed a law requiring recycling for multifamily housing with more than 10 dwellings.

WasteExpo 2012: 18th Annual EREF Live Equipment Auction

Thu, 03 May 2012 02:51:00 +0000

The Environmental Research and Education Foundation grabs a gavel for a good cause.

Republic CEO Slager Discusses His Industry Vision

Thu, 03 May 2012 02:50:00 +0000

Republic Services Inc. president and CEO Donald Slager talks about his plans for the company.

WasteExpo 2012: Day Three in Vegas

Thu, 03 May 2012 01:47:00 +0000

Attendees continued to pack the show floor as the WasteExpo Exhibit Hall hit its stride on day three of the show.

Bruce Parker's Farewell

Wed, 02 May 2012 06:14:00 +0000

Retiring EIA CEO Bruce Parker delivers his farewell address at the EIA Awards Breakfast.

WasteExpo 2012: Mack Driving Skills Safety Challenge

Wed, 02 May 2012 05:05:00 +0000

Pete Navarro, Fleet Service Manager for Mack Truck NA Sales, explains the seven parts of the course. Then, we watch a driver take the challenge.

WasteExpo 2012: Day Two in Vegas

Wed, 02 May 2012 05:01:00 +0000

Day two of WasteExpo 2012 offered some surprising sights.

WasteExpo 2012: EIA's Inspirational and Awards Breakfast

Tue, 01 May 2012 23:54:00 +0000

The waste industry gathered for the EIA's annual breakfast where industry leaders were recognized for their commitments and contributions, and six industry luminaries were inducted into the EIA Hall of Fame.

WasteExpo 2012: One Night in Vegas

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:48:00 +0000

Bruce Parker hosts his final EIA President's Reception and circus performers entertain at the EIA welcome reception.