Governments, MRF operators, reclaimers and end users are calling for government regulation that requires recycled content in plastic bags.
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Governments, MRF operators, reclaimers and end users are calling for government regulation that requires recycled content in plastic bags.
A division of Republic Services recently brought legal action against a public authority, claiming it is handling loads far dirtier than what the two sides agreed to in a contract.
North Carolina capitol building in Raleigh.
Lawmakers in North Carolina are advancing a bill that would eliminate restrictions on disposing TVs and computer equipment.
Far Eastern New Century has bought Phoenix Technologies, marking the latest instance of a large plastics manufacturer deepening its stake in U.S. recycling.
Nestlé Waters North America is betting that it can connect with consumers over the long term by using high levels of recovered material.
A varied mix of international trade, sorting technologies, domestic end markets and legislation stories drew readers’ attention last month.
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A recycled containerboard mill is in development in New York state, with plans to start up in 2021 and process 300,000 tons per year of OCC.
Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati will serve as the next site of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s project to help boost recycling rates.
If a brand owner puts a “not recyclable” label on its packaging, consumers are likely to appreciate the honesty rather than frown on that company, survey results suggest.
With an overwhelming number of votes in favor, Vermont lawmakers have sent the governor a bill banning plastic bags, expanded polystyrene food service containers and plastic stir sticks.