Megan Quinn

The chemical recycler's first U.S. facility is moving forward despite opposition from residents, who say the facility is too close to schools and may contribute to cumulative regional pollution.

The decision maintains PFOS and PFOA as hazardous substances under CERCLA. NWRA and others sued the agency in 2024, saying EPA overstepped its authority and created industry liability.

Acme Revival, which connects customers with electronics repair technicians, also sued Owl Labs and Blackmagic Design, saying the companies refused to provide parts and schematics required by law.

Waste Pro said at least 33 of its workers were affected by TPS changes after a Supreme Court ruling in June. The waste industry has also been impacted by a CDL rule change affecting some immigrants.

As humans, we are bound to experience difficult days from time to time. But for the 26% of people who struggle with their mental health, the good days often feel few and far between.

The Navigator tool aims to make data from sorting equipment easier to interpret through AI-powered recommendations and customized insights. Caglia Environmental and others are piloting the offering.

Princeton NuEnergy and Nth Cycle are focusing on lithium-ion battery recycling projects to recover critical minerals for manufacturing. The funding comes amid new black mass export restrictions meant to boost domestic supplies.

Plus, WM is building a MRF in Tampa, a new recycling drop-off facility is open in Oregon, and glass recycling infrastructure is on the way in one Virginia county.

Moving forward with EPR implementation is a complex process, but one that offers new ways to build better systems for long-term recycling improvements, speakers said during a be Waste Wise panel on Wednesday.

A bill that could change hauler franchise agreements, plus bills to manage medium-format batteries, vape waste, food donations and landfill temperature events, are nearing Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.