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The latest recycling industry news

Q&A: Congressman pushes for more recycling funding
Boosting recycling doesn’t just yield environmental and economic benefits, it also helps reduce the disproportionate burden of waste disposal on vulnerable populations.
Major U.S. fiber consumer says China’s ban could increase quality
The top recycling executive at Pratt Industries views China’s planned imports prohibition as a chance for the U.S. industry to clean up its stream.
Opinions vary on marine debris in Calif. packaging policy
Should California consider whether packaging contributes to marine debris when formulating mandatory policies for its collection and recycling? Your answer likely depends on whether you represent the business community or environmental interests.
MRF project yields best practices on fiber sorting
Optical sorter units helped clean up newsprint bales and boost OCC and old boxboard recovery in a region of Ontario. Those involved with the project have shared some important tips for others considering similar efforts.
Hauler targets tech startup in container-towing lawsuit
Nobody enjoys learning their property has been towed, and the country’s third largest hauler is no exception. Waste Connections has filed a lawsuit against Rubicon Global, claiming it is hiring towing companies to remove its containers from properties in Texas.
Bottling giant joins effort to label for recycling
Nestlé Waters North America has begun adding the How2Recycle label to half-liter PET bottles of all its major U.S. bottled water brands.
In other news: Aug. 14, 2017
Increasing incineration capacity across the pond has some recycling advocates concerned, and an Ohio municipality looks to return glass collection to residents.