Last month, news about big changes in domestic and foreign markets dominated readers’ attention, although they were also drawn to an article about graphics on recycling receptacles.
Last month, news about big changes in domestic and foreign markets dominated readers’ attention, although they were also drawn to an article about graphics on recycling receptacles.
RRS analyzed data from field reports and primary sources as well as experiential data from MRF practices across the U.S.
The findings show that with additional stages of advanced cleaning, glass recovery can yield increases in quantity, as well as tip fee savings and avoided emissions.
In the graphic below, typical MRF glass processing steps are shown in the “Average Performance” column, and more advanced undertakings are shown to the right. At the bottom, we’ve quantified the benefits of utilizing best practices.
Data Corner is compiled monthly by recycling consultancy RRS.
This article originally appeared in the March 2017 issue of Resource Recycling. Subscribe today for access to all print content.
Developments in how local programs are responding to tough markets drew readers’ interest last month, along with research on the environmental impacts of packaging and the announcement of a brand owner-funded grant program.
Over the past year, Resource Recycling’s analysis of turbulence in the Asian import market has consistently grabbed readers. In fact, as the list below demonstrates, almost all of our top 10 stories of 2018 – in terms of unique page views – were focused on Asia-related policies and their effect on global markets.
Stories about recovered paper markets and exports dominated readers’ interest last month.
America Recycles Day is this Thursday, and organizations around the country are planning events and announcements to celebrate.
Fiber market stories stole much of our readers’ attention last month, along with articles on stakeholders running for public office and plastic sampling guidelines.
Since the implementation of Chinese scrap import restrictions a number of Chinese companies have set up shop or established partnerships in the U.S. to process material and bypass restrictions. Continue Reading
Readers last month were drawn to stories about recycling facility openings and closures, as well as several fiber-related articles.
Last month, readers were drawn to stories about how recyclables markets are continuing to feel major impacts from tariff talk and Asian import policies.