$543K audit of recycling program called into question

KHON2$543K audit of recycling program called into questionKHON2“So even though the number of companies decreased the total amount that recycling centers and associated forms we had to look at did increase so that is why the scope of the work and the cost went up too.” said Environmental Health Administration ...

First week generates recycling bonanza

Chaffee County TimesFirst week generates recycling bonanzaWorcester TelegramHe said there were a few operational glitches during the first week, but the process went well. Calls have also slowed down as people get used to the program, which will continue its alternating week pick-up schedule next week. Recycling will be picked ...Recycle and benefit the local economyChaffee County Timesall 2 news articles »

ELKHART COUNTY 4

Goshen NewsELKHART COUNTY 4-H FAIR: Recycling exhibits part of Green Earth Education DayGoshen NewsStroup, who wrote the recycling book used by Elkhart County 4-H, said that while recycling is not a club, 4-Hers can complete recycling projects at different levels. They must also complete a notebook that explains how they reused the item to save it ...and more »

Binman 'punched' while on recycling collection round in Middlesbrough

Gazette LiveBinman 'punched' while on recycling collection round in MiddlesbroughGazette LiveA binman was treated in hospital after he was allegedly punched during a routine recycling collection in Middlesbrough. Police were called to the incident in Bradhope Road in Berwick Hills at 8.45am yesterday. The man, who works for Biffa Municipal ...

Recycle this! Seattle's trash

Chicago TribuneRecycle this! Seattle's trash-sorting police overreachChicago TribuneThe American recycling business is in the dumps. According to Dave Steinert, the CEO of Waste Management, America's largest recycling company, the industry is experiencing a "national crisis," with almost all of America's 2,000 high-tech recycling ...

Recycling processor gets 5 years to pay back $170000 it owes Omaha

Omaha World-HeraldRecycling processor gets 5 years to pay back $170000 it owes OmahaOmaha World-HeraldBut it owes the city $170,000 in back payments, not having made its monthly payment to the city since December. The company said it couldn't afford to pay, given a significant drop in the national market for recycled materials, issues with aging ...Omaha seeks new deal with Firstar RecyclingRecycling Todayall 3 news articles »

Rochdale recycling survey: Eight in 10 people against council plans to change ...

Manchester Evening NewsRochdale recycling survey: Eight in 10 people against council plans to change ...Manchester Evening NewsAlmost 250 people from Rochdale, Heywood and Middleton responded to our online survey, designed to give an overview of public feeling, with more than eight out of 10 people disagreeing with the authority's plans. Nearly everyone - 99 per cent - said ...and more »

Belpre Trash and Recycling Pickup Changes

The News CenterBelpre Trash and Recycling Pickup ChangesThe News CenterTrash and recycling pickup in Belpre are changed from five days down to two, causing some confusion among residents. Residents should expect their trash and recycling to be picked up on Thursdays and Fridays. Waste disposal company, Kimble, will have ...

City of Roanoke, Virginia, gears up for single

WDBJ7City of Roanoke, Virginia, gears up for single-stream recyclingRecycling TodayThe city of Roanoke, Virginia, has announced plans to offer single stream recycling for residents. Starting in October, residents will be able to throw recyclables together in the same cart, and the recyclables will be collected every other week. The ...New recycling routine for Roanoke residentsWDBJ7Single stream recycling comes to Roanoke in Oct., bins delivered in Aug.WSLSRoanoke announces fall launch of new single-stream recycling programRoanoke Timesall 9 news articles »

Man Forced To Sleep In Recycling Bin After Being Turned Away From Homeless ...

The InquisitrMan Forced To Sleep In Recycling Bin After Being Turned Away From Homeless ...The InquisitrAfter being turned away by a homeless shelter because he arrived too late, 34-year-old Matthew Symonds was left with no other choice but to sleep in a recycling bin; however, he failed to wake up on time when workers emptied the bin as he was crushed ...Horrified worker tells inquest of 'blood and guts' after homeless man was ...Mirror.co.ukall 6 news articles »

PERRIS: One Tribe festival offers passes in exchange for recycling

Press-EnterprisePERRIS: One Tribe festival offers passes in exchange for recyclingPress-EnterpriseThe One Tribe electronic music festival, which heads to the Lake Perris State Recreation Area on Sept. 25, is holding a contest that promotes recycling. People can take recyclable materials (plastic and metal cans, scrap metal, appliances, cars and car ...

Battery Recycling Helps Save the Environment

TWC NewsBattery Recycling Helps Save the EnvironmentTWC NewsPeople living in Onondaga County have been reminded to recycle their batteries this month as part of an annual battery recycling campaign. But now that July is nearly over, Onondaga County Resource Recovery Agency officials want to see the effort ...

The Recycling Partnership partners with Roanoke, Virginia

WDBJ7The Recycling Partnership partners with Roanoke, VirginiaRecycling TodayThe Recycling Partnership has given the city a grant to assist with education and outreach procurement. In addition, the city has received customized education campaign and operational assistance to support cart distribution, which will begin mid-August.New recycling routine for Roanoke residentsWDBJ7Single stream recycling comes to Roanoke in Oct., bins delivered in Aug.WSLSRoanoke announces fall launch of new single-stream recycling programRoanoke Timesall 9 news articles »

A Recycling Summit Sneak Peek with Harvey Gershman

waste360A Recycling Summit Sneak Peek with Harvey Gershmanwaste360Waste360: What can participants expect from your Conversions Technologies session at the Waste360 Recycling Summit? Harvey Gershman: My presentation will give participants insight into the fast-growing technology changes occurring in the industry.

Broward's recycling success declines

Sun SentinelBroward's recycling success declinesSun SentinelMounds and mounds of household garbage in Broward are heaped in landfills today, as the county's recycling efforts diminish. State environmental officials have released figures confirming what Broward leaders expected: Recycling here dropped last year, ...

Yes, recycling is still good business — if this happens

GreenBizYes, recycling is still good business — if this happensGreenBizContrary to some recent articles proclaiming that the recycling industry is struggling, the recycling industry continues to be an enormous economic driver in the United States. In 2014, the recycling industry employed more than 1.1 million people ...

You've Got Recycling Questions, We've Got Answers! (Part Three)

waste360You've Got Recycling Questions, We've Got Answers! (Part Three)waste360This is the third part of a series that provide answers by industry experts to questions you have about recycling. The questions came out of Waste360's recent webinar on the cost of recycling. For further discussion on these issues, don't miss the ...and more »

Recycled waste water is the new trend in water conservation

Kern Golden EmpireRecycled waste water is the new trend in water conservationKern Golden EmpireBAKERSFIELD, CA- In order to sustain fresh water supplies in California in the future, advocates for conservation say more focus should be placed on recycling waste water. From the toilet to the treatment plant, the City of Bakersfield processes 31 ...and more »

New recycling routine for Roanoke residents

WDBJ7New recycling routine for Roanoke residentsWDBJ7City leaders say it's cheaper, more efficient and may encourage people to recycle more. "The more people that participate, the more successful the program will be and it is easier, it just is! You don't have to think about what container gets what item ...Single stream recycling comes to Roanoke in Oct., bins delivered in Aug.WSLSRoanoke announces fall launch of new single-stream recycling programRoanoke Timesall 7 news articles »

Vanceburg recycling building put on hold

Ledger IndependentVanceburg recycling building put on holdLedger IndependentPieces of the Vanceburg recycling building sit on site where the building will eventually be constructed. City employees had to halt construction of the building until the blueprints are approved by the Department of Houses, Buildings and Construction ...

Electronic Products Recycling Association celebrates five years in Prince ...

Recycling TodayElectronic Products Recycling Association celebrates five years in Prince ...Recycling TodayEPRA is a Canada-based nonprofit, industry-led organization that works with manufacturers, retailers, municipal governments and consumers to ensure end-of-life electronics are diverted from landfills and recycled in an efficient and environmentally ...

Study Reveals Recycling in Austin at a Plateau

TWC NewsStudy Reveals Recycling in Austin at a PlateauTWC NewsAustin touts its reputation as a green, eco-friendly city, but when it comes to recycling, Austin Resource Recovery says residents are in the dark. "What we're concerned about is the number of recyclables going into landfills,” Austin Resource Recovery ...Recycling with Austin Resource RecoveryKXAN.comall 2 news articles »

Single stream recycling comes to Roanoke in Oct., bins delivered in Aug.

WSLSSingle stream recycling comes to Roanoke in Oct., bins delivered in Aug.WSLSROANOKE (WSLS 10) – The City of Roanoke announced Wednesday its single stream recycling program would begin in October. The city said every household will be able to throw all recyclable items together in the same cart – no more separating and ...and more »

City offers new electronics recycling option for Springfield residents

The State Journal-RegisterCity offers new electronics recycling option for Springfield residentsThe State Journal-RegisterThe City of Springfield has partnered with a local vendor to offer free electronics recycling for two weeks, starting Aug. 1. Springfield residents can bring old electronics to BLH Computers, 1832 Stevenson Drive, through Aug. 15. Items can be dropped ...Springfield officials, BLH Computers extend electronics recycling collection eventWANDall 2 news articles »

East Devon communities to pilot new recycling scheme with tips on what to do ...

Exeter Express and EchoEast Devon communities to pilot new recycling scheme with tips on what to do ...Exeter Express and EchoTwo East Devon communities are to be treated as recycling guinea pigs from September by the District Council with a new system of refuse collection. Feniton and The Colony in Exmouth have been chosen to pilot the scheme which the council say could then ...