Pill Bottle Recycling Program Targets Pharmaceutical Plastic Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 21, 2023
A new recycling program from Cabinet Health aims to eliminate plastic waste generated by pharmaceutical pill bottles.
Evrnu Launches Recyclable Lyocell Material Made from Cotton Textile Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 6, 2022
Textile company Evrnu is launching the world’s first high performance, recyclable lyocell material made entirely from cotton textile waste. The post Evrnu Launches Recyclable Lyocell Material Made from Cotton Textile Waste appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Closing the Loop: How LyondellBasell & EEW Energy from Waste are Advancing Plastic Recycling
Environment + Energy Leader
MARCH 27, 2023
LyondellBasell and EEW Energy from Waste announced they have signed a letter of intent (LOI) to explore a long-term strategic partnership to extract and recycle plastics out of incineration waste streams.
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Waste Management Acquires Avangard Innovative to Increase Plastic Recycling
Environment + Energy Leader
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The deal will help Waste Management with processing post-consumer resin, which includes many commercially used plastics. The post Waste Management Acquires Avangard Innovative to Increase Plastic Recycling appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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SRS Distribution Implements Waste and Recycling Platform from Rubicon
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
SRS Distribution will use a waste and recycling management system to help improve its sustainability efforts across its nationwide operations. The post SRS Distribution Implements Waste and Recycling Platform from Rubicon appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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SRS Distribution Implements Waste and Recycling Platform from Rubicon
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
SRS Distribution will use a waste and recycling management system to help improve its sustainability efforts across its nationwide operations. The post SRS Distribution Implements Waste and Recycling Platform from Rubicon appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Evrnu Launches Recyclable Lyocell Material Made from Cotton Textile Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 6, 2022
Textile company Evrnu is launching the world’s first high performance, recyclable lyocell material made entirely from cotton textile waste. The post Evrnu Launches Recyclable Lyocell Material Made from Cotton Textile Waste appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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DEP Bans Sale Of Eyoyo Electronics Products For Violating PA’s Electronic Waste Recycling Law; E-Waste Recycling Law Broken
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 12, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the April 13 PA Bulletin that Eyoyo is prohibited from selling its products in Pennsylvania as a result of its violation of the state electronics waste recycling law. ( Manufacturers must also pay an annual registration fee and submit a recycling plan and annual report.
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DEP Bans Sale Of MTM Trading LLC (Tagital) Electronic Products For Violating PA’s Electronic Waste Recycling Law; E-Waste Recycling Law Broken
PA Environment Daily
MARCH 1, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the March 2 PA Bulletin that MTM Trading LLC (Tagital) is prohibited from selling its products in Pennsylvania as a result of its violation of the state electronics waste recycling law. ( For more information on this program, visit DEP’s Electronics Waste Recycling webpage.
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How are EV batteries (actually) recycled?
Union of Concerned Scientists
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Electric Vehicle (EV) battery recycling is crucial to a sustainable, electrified transportation system. A substantial portion of key minerals for electrifying could come from recycled batteries by 2050, dramatically reducing the need for new mining. The recycler takes the battery pack apart into smaller modules.
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Technology Key to Making Waste Management Sustainable
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Digital systems can help track and reduce waste, increase recycling, and lower operational costs. The post Technology Key to Making Waste Management Sustainable appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 2, 2022
The rankings list how each state fares on topics such as recycling, food waste, and landfill use. The post LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Sustainability Boosts Zero-Waste Packaging Market
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Edible and compostable materials join recyclables as key components of the segment's growth. The post Sustainability Boosts Zero-Waste Packaging Market appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Are EV Batteries Recyclable?
Union of Concerned Scientists
JULY 27, 2022
Luckily, lithium-ion battery recycling research and development has been going on for years and there is an existing and growing repurposing and recycling system in North America for these components. Current lithium-ion battery collection, repurposing, and recycling network in North America. Slattery et al.
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Roadrunner Acquires Compology Enhancing Recycling Management Systems
Environment + Energy Leader
OCTOBER 7, 2022
The deal is intended to enhance the use of data and automation to improve waste management and recycling rates for businesses. The post Roadrunner Acquires Compology Enhancing Recycling Management Systems appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Tap The SWEEP Standard To Talk With Your Community Leaders About Waste Generation, Prevention and Recycling
Earth 911
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
As recycling and reuse programs evolve, you can positively impact your community by learning how. The post Tap The SWEEP Standard To Talk With Your Community Leaders About Waste Generation, Prevention and Recycling appeared first on Earth911.
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Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Less than 10% of the global plastic waste produced to date has been recycled. The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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UK Coalition Studies Compostable Packaging to Tackle Plastic Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
The two-year project aims to increase recycling through existing bio-waster and treatment processes. The post UK Coalition Studies Compostable Packaging to Tackle Plastic Waste appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Less than 10% of the global plastic waste produced to date has been recycled. The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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As Plastics Keep Piling Up, Can ‘Advanced’ Recycling Cut the Waste?
Yale E360
MAY 31, 2023
But critics say that by converting waste to petroleum feedstock, it will only perpetuate a dependence on fossil fuels. Proponents of a process called pyrolysis — including oil and gas companies — contend it will keep post-consumer plastics out of landfills and reduce pollution. Read more on E360 →
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LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 2, 2022
The rankings list how each state fares on topics such as recycling, food waste, and landfill use. The post LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Takeback Program Aims to Boost Recycling in Textile Industry
Environment + Energy Leader
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The program is designed to collect and recycle polyester-based fabric waste. The post Takeback Program Aims to Boost Recycling in Textile Industry appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Grants Help Communities Build Food Waste Recycling Infrastructure
NRDC
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
EPA's Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling grants program has awarded funds to prevent and recycle food waste across the country.
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California’s Progress Toward Recycling Policy for EV Batteries
Union of Concerned Scientists
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
As electric vehicle (EV) policies are implemented around the country, and sales continue to rise, a question many ask is if vehicle batteries are recycled. Yes, EV battery recycling is happening in facilities around the United States. Did the group propose recycling requirements? California is taking steps to change that.
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Advancing Recycling Rates: NLCRC’s Role in Transitioning to a Circular Economy
Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 18, 2023
Increasing recycling rates in the United States presents a significant opportunity to address the growing issue of plastic waste.
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DEP Bans Sale Of Wiltronic Corp (IVIEW) Electronic Products For Violating PA’s Electronic Waste Recycling Law; E-Waste Recycling Law Broken
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 15, 2023
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 16 PA Bulletin prohibiting the sale of electronic devices by Wiltronic Corp (IVIEW) as a result of violations of the Covered Device Recycling Act-- Pennsylvania’s electronics waste recycling law. ( Read more here.
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California Readies Launch of Largest Food Waste Recycling Program in the U.S.
Yale E360
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Seeking to cut down on methane pollution from organic waste, California is launching a statewide food waste recycling program in January, the largest such initiative in the United States, the Los Angeles Times reported. Read more on E360 ?.
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Bumble Bee Seafood Changes Packaging to Recyclable Paperboard Cartons
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 6, 2022
The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is eliminating an estimated 23 million pieces of plastic waste per year by becoming the first shelf-stable seafood brand to change its multipack can product packaging from shrink wrap to readily recyclable paperboard cartons.
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DEP Bans Sale Of Proexpress Electronic Products For Not Complying With PA’s Electronic Waste Recycling Law; E-Waste Recycling Law Broken
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 18, 2023
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the August 19 PA Bulletin has banned the sale of electronic products by Proexpress Distribution, LLC in Pennsylvania as a result of non-compliance with the electronic waste recycling law. ( Read more here. Read more here.
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Recycled Materials, Food Industry Drive Green Packaging Growth
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 8, 2022
With a focus on recyclables and efforts by industries such as food and beverage to reduce waste, the green packaging market is expected to grow quickly. The post Recycled Materials, Food Industry Drive Green Packaging Growth appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Atlanta Hawks Reaches One Million Pounds of Waste Diverted Using Recycling, Donation Practices
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 25, 2022
The post Atlanta Hawks Reaches One Million Pounds of Waste Diverted Using Recycling, Donation Practices appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Given the ever-increasing emphasis on sustainability, many stadiums are taking action to green their operations.
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California Passes Nation’s Toughest Plastic Waste Law
Environment + Energy Leader
JULY 1, 2022
California passes a law that requires plastic to be recycled at a rate of 65% by 2032. The post California Passes Nation’s Toughest Plastic Waste Law appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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UK Coalition Studies Compostable Packaging to Tackle Plastic Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
The two-year project aims to increase recycling through existing bio-waster and treatment processes. The post UK Coalition Studies Compostable Packaging to Tackle Plastic Waste appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Unilever Focuses on Eliminating Waste from Manufacturing, Operations
Environment + Energy Leader
MARCH 11, 2022
Unilever aims to recycle and reuse waste everywhere it can in its manufacturing processes as it continues to push sustainability in its operations. The post Unilever Focuses on Eliminating Waste from Manufacturing, Operations appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Boise Area Continues to Divert Hard-to-Recycle Plastics from Landfills
Environment + Energy Leader
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
This follows a demonstration project that began in July 2021 to collect plastic waste from the community through the Hefty EnergyBag program and convert the materials into ByBlocks. The post Boise Area Continues to Divert Hard-to-Recycle Plastics from Landfills appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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DEP Bans Sale Of Trexonic Electronic Products For Not Complying With PA’s Electronic Waste Recycling Law; E-Waste Recycling Law Broken
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 20, 2023
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the October 21 PA Bulletin it has banned the sale of electronic products by Trexonic in Pennsylvania as a result of non-compliance with the electronic waste recycling law. ( For more information on this program, visit DEP’s Electronics Waste Recycling webpage.
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LyondellBasell, AFA Nord Partner for Recycling Flexible Packaging Waste
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 19, 2023
This collaboration represents a significant step toward contributing to a circular economy and increasing the availability of flexible packaging applications.
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Solar Panels Should Be Reused and Recycled. Here’s How.
Union of Concerned Scientists
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Only 10% of solar photovoltaic, or PV, panels are recycled today in the US, and the rest meet their inglorious end in the garbage heap. Among those that are recycled, very few have 100% of their material recovered. The EU requires manufacturers to handle the reuse and recycling of solar panels with no cost to consumers.
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Petco Partners with Rubicon Global for Recycling Solutions
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 20, 2023
By implementing a more efficient waste and recycling system, Petco can also save money on waste disposal and recycling costs, leading to cost savings. The post Petco Partners with Rubicon Global for Recycling Solutions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Announces Mimi Joy Cooper As Recycling Coordinator
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 3, 2024
On April 3, the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority announced the promotion of Mimi Joy Cooper to the position of Authority Recycling Coordinator. Mimi has been with the Authority for 9 years, initially as a Customer Service Representative and more recently as the Assistant Recycling Coordinator.
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Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 5, 2023
The post Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Wiicare joins worldwide companies DOW, Eastman, and Boston Scientific as members of HPRC.
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General Motors Invests in EV Battery Recycling Technology
Environment + Energy Leader
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
General Motors and Lithion Recycling have announced that GM Ventures, the automaker's investment arm, has made a strategic investment in Lithion's Series A financing round, supporting a new GM-Lithion strategic partnership agreement to pursue a circular battery ecosystem using Lithion's advanced battery recycling technology.
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Plastic Waste Management for a Sustainable Future
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 10, 2023
With an ever-growing population and increased consumption, the amount of plastic waste generated worldwide has skyrocketed, leading to severe environmental problems such as pollution and habitat destruction. The post Plastic Waste Management for a Sustainable Future appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Want Clean Energy? Then You Also Want Battery Recycling.
Union of Concerned Scientists
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Increasing the reuse and recycling of batteries at their end of life is essential to increasing the sustainability of batteries and creating a circular economy. Recycling must ramp up. There are huge opportunities for recycling to decrease the need for newly mined materials in batteries. Source: Courtesy of Li-Cycle.
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