The U.S. recycles or composts only 35 percent of its waste, sending the rest to landfills, according to the EPA. By contrast, top recycling countries like Germany, Austria, South Korea, and Wales recycle over half of their national waste. These are 12 common items that other countries recycle but American facilities dump out. Plastic Bags […]

Jackie Thompson While there has been much progress in the medical and dental industries, a closer look at waste management reveals that there is much to do. The Stockholm, Basel, and Rotterdam Conventions have missed a real opportunity to address dental waste, especially nuclear waste that can remain radioactive for thousands of years. It was discovered that […]

A survey of California voters found that 71 percent support key policies of a 2020 ballot initiative to tax plastic manufacturers. The “California Recycling and Plastics Pollution Reduction Act of 2020” would assess a fee of up to 1 cent per plastic package. The fee could be passed on to consumers in the form of […]

According to the Green Restaurant Association, the average dining destination creates 100,000 pounds of garbage per year. Restaurateurs can divert 90% of that from the landfill with the proper recycling and composting program, the organization says, but Rhodora has taken the concept even further, completely eliminating all waste from its operations. And to be clear, […]

The RFS Power Coalition applauds the passage of H.R. 3055 (116), the Senate’s Interior Appropriations bill. The Interior-EPA portion of the spending package includes a provision led by Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) requiring the EPA to take swift action on existing eRIN applications: Electric Pathway.—The Committee notes the backlog of applications under the Renewable Fuels […]

As part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) extensive efforts to help communities address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the PFAS Action Plan, the Agency is releasing the Systematic Review Protocol for five PFAS toxicity assessments for a 45-day public comment period. The assessments are being developed under the Integrated Risk Information System […]

Stertil-Koni USA announces that Jim Sylvester, Vice President of Sales, has retired after 21-years of record performance in sales and distributor support. Sylvester joined Stertil-Koni USA Inc. in its early days, 1998, and has played a significant role in helping the company grow more than 50-fold to dominate the heavy duty vehicle lift industry across […]

By a nearly 2-to-1 ratio, St. Paul voters said “Yes” to continuing the city’s organized trash collection system. In a year dominated by complaints about the turbulent rollout of organized trash collection, those who showed up on Election Day to support the citywide service outnumbered opponents by nearly 14,000. The public’s support for the system […]

More than 70 countries signed the pledge to do more to cut down on the amount of food lost due to poor refrigeration at an annual meeting of the Montreal Protocol where ministers, government officials and experts work on regulating man-made chemicals used in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems that are harmful to the ozone layer. […]

The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its 2018 Employer-Reported Injury and Illness Report showing the industry has major challenges in safety. There were approximately 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported by private industry employers in 2018, which occurred at a rate of 2.8 cases per 100 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers. […]

A new bill put forward by two New York state lawmakers could prevent garbage trucks from overnight on residential streets. The legislation comes just over a year after the Department of Sanitation’s (DSNY) lease ran out at a Hudson Yards parking lot and the agency relocated some two dozen trucks to three East Village side […]

The Board of Directors of the Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) are pleased to announce the award of six scholarships to Master’s and Doctoral students across North America pursuing education in solid waste management. Congratulations to the 2019 EREF Scholars: Ashley Berninghaus Oregon State University, Ph.D. Evergreen Surety Bond Scholar 2019 Anaerobic Co-digestion of […]

Recycling innovation and partnership are themes of this year’s America Recycles Day®, a Keep America Beautiful® national program that takes place on and surrounding Nov. 15. Local organizations, including the Keep America Beautiful national network of more than 600 community-based affiliates, governmental institutions, schools, businesses, faith-based organizations and other community partners, schedule educational workshops and […]

The Virginia Recycling Association honored several exemplary waste reduction and recycling programs at its annual luncheon meeting on October 30, in Charlottesville. Awards were given in three categories: Show Me the Way– How do you explain recycling to your customers? Lemonade– How have you made something wonderful from a bad situation? Best in Show– How has […]

With help from Eco-Products®, the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival turned 180 tons of what would have been waste into compost after the four-day event. Bonnaroo, held as always at Great Stage Park, the spectacular 900-acre farm and event space located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, Tenn., is the largest camping music festival in North America. […]

The agenda was announcd for the 13th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo taking place February 3-5, 2020 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The three-day agenda will be divided into four tracks covering pellets & densified biomass, biomass power & thermal, biogas & waste-to-energy, and advanced biofuels & biobased […]

Electric vehicles will play a crucial role in humanity’s fossil fuel-free future, but no technology comes without cost. The lithium-ion batteries that EVs run on are made from metals that are mined at a serious environmental and human toll, and from supplies that won’t last forever. When those batteries die, they’re liable to join the […]

U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif)  are circulating a discussion draft of legislation to tackle plastic waste. “The sheer volume of plastic pollution that is inundating our communities, our waterways, and even our bodies is nothing short of a crisis,” says Udall. “Our children are already bearing the cleanup costs of a generation of single-use […]

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has officially proclaimed November 11 – 15 as “Florida Recycles Week” and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Florida Recycling Partnership are coordinating activities to encourage all Floridians to recycle. Each day has a theme: November 11 – “You Can Recycle Right” – educating residents to place the right items […]

After 70 years in the scrap metals business, John Zubick Limited recently continued its ongoing quest for diversification with a new line of non-ferrous processing. The family firm, now in its third generation, has a history of exploring new ideas and business opportunities, and for investing in new equipment to put their ideas into action. […]

Rubicon Global announces that the City of Fort Smith, Arkansas has selected Rubicon® to formally implement a smart city solution to help improve residential and commercial waste and recycling services across the city. The City of Fort Smith’s goal is to enhance its municipal solid waste, recycling, and yard waste offerings, both in terms of […]

At Walmart’s 2019 Packaging Innovation Summit, Walmart unveiled an updated version of its Recycling Playbook, which the company first introduced in February 2019. The Innovation Summit will convene more than 350 suppliers, associates and innovators to advance common goals around recyclable packaging, recycled content, compostable materials, and innovative reusable models and delivery. Walmart developed its […]

King & Spalding has added Karl Heisler as a partner to its Government Matters practice in Chicago, where he will be part of the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) team. Heisler’s practice covers incident response and enforcement defense, including environmental litigation, regulatory counseling, government investigations and transactional concerns. His clients include public and privately held […]

At Clean Earth Septic Service, we've been working in residential and commercial septic tank cleaning for a decade so it's safe to say, "we've seen it all." Keep reading to learn about the top three things that cause most septic backups and what you can do to prevent them, or contact us today to request a quote.

For homes that have a garbage disposal, pipes are at a much greater risk of becoming clogged due to grease waste, so we recommend a thorough drain line cleaning every 3-5 years. Keep reading to learn more about drain line cleaning with a jet vs a cable, and which is the best option for your backup or regularly scheduled maintenance.

Even with proper care and maintenance, a septic system doesn't last forever. If you own a home with a septic system that needs repaired or replaced, there are many factors to consider. After all, a new septic system is a major investment...

If your restaurant business requires frequent grease trap pumping, hiring a septic and grease maintenance business with years of experience has big benefits. At Clean Earth Septic, we've been helping businesses with their grease trap needs for 10+ years. Whether your restaurant needs help in an emergency situation or you're simply ready to save on your monthly grease pumping, contact us today to schedule service, or keep reading to see how we can save you precious time and money.

Septic system installations and repairs can be costly, so if you’re buying a home with a septic system, it’s a good idea to have it inspected to ensure that it’s working properly before you make it to closing day. The last thing you want is a $15,000 problem just weeks after moving into your new home...

When it comes to your septic system, “out of sight out of mind” is never a good philosophy. Your septic system is your home's largest utility, and if neglected it will cost a lot more to replace than a washing machine or refrigerator. Whether there are two people in your family or ten, the only way to keep things running smoothly is to schedule regular septic pumping and maintenance...

At Clean Earth Septic, our goal is to offer the best and most efficient service to each of our clients. Whether your home or business requires emergency pumping or you’re calling to schedule routine maintenance for your septic tank or grease trap, you can rest assured we use the latest technology to tackle every problem. One of the ways we diagnose backups and open clogged lines is with the help of a video pipe inspection. Keep reading to learn more or contact us today to schedule service.

At Clean Earth Septic Service we’ve seen it all and our team is available 24/7 to help diagnose and treat sewer and drain line problems. Keep reading to learn how to detect a backup that requires more than a plumber, and what to do next. Dealing with an emergency? Contact us now – our team is standing by.

Recognizing the significant energy, environmental, and economic benefits of battery recycling, the Responsible Battery Coalition (RBC) has entered into a joint research project with Argonne National Laboratory to further advance battery innovation and ensure that the batteries of tomorrow are designed for maximum recyclability. Argonne National Laboratory, operated by the University of Chicago for the […]

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces a new partnership with the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, the latest effort in the Winning on Reducing Food Waste Initiative launched by the three federal agencies in 2018. Through this Memo of Understanding, USDA, […]

Cities in Arizona are cutting back or even eliminating long standing recycling programs. However, contamination isn’t the only factor at play. China, which for decades has bought the bulk of U.S. recycling, including most plastics and paper products, threw the industry into disarray early last year when it severely cut back on imports of recycled materials […]

As an advocate for renewable energy, Caglia Environmental is leading the fight on behalf of family-owned, local businesses for more state funding to help finance low/zero-emission truck purchases in the Central Valley. “Energy projects that convert vehicles from traditional fuel like diesel to renewable energy will help the valley become more environmentally sound,” said Rich […]

The National Waste and Recycling Association’s Services Board of Governors elected Waste Management’s Lisa Disbrow to serve as chair. Lisa replaces Terry Guerin of Southside Landfill. “Lisa is a tremendous asset to the association and industry. She is a strong advocate for the waste and recycling industry and I know that will continue as she […]

The second International E-Waste Day held on October 14th to promote the proper management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) has been hailed a huge success by its organizers, the WEEE Forum. The event brought together electronic waste stakeholders across the world to promote the correct disposal of e-waste to enable reuse and recycling. […]

Improving storeroom efficiency netted bottom line results. By Corey Crable Superior Paving Corp. has been providing asphalt and paving services since 1976. As an industry leader, they have paved most of Northern Virginia’s major arteries, including I-66 and I-95. The award-winning company has 10 asphalt plants strategically located throughout Northern Virginia wth a large fleet […]

Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management’s Bulky Waste operation collects more than 80,000 piles a year, with approximately 35 crews, using anywhere from 70 to 105 grapple and trash trucks on the road each day. By Michael Fernandez I was recently promoted to Director of the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM), […]

The recycling of metal powder is possible and valuable in terms of saving costs or generating revenue for companies and contributing to a sustainable environment and society through conserving energy and resources and decreasing pollutants. By Brendon Chrus We speak to companies every day about their metal powders and encounter some common themes and objections. […]

Logistics is the most overlooked piece of the puzzle when it comes to ITAD and electronics recycling. This should not be as it can actually become the highest risk portion of the disposition process. By Alex Cummings Transportation is considered the highest risk portion of the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) process. Consider that you are […]

The Baltimore City Council voted a 13-1 approval to ban on retailers’ use of plastic bags on Monday. The ban needs one more vote, at the council’s Nov. 18 meeting, to advance to the desk of Democratic Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young. “I am extremely optimistic about its passage,” said Henry, adding that Young has […]

The REMADE Institute issued its third Request for Proposals (RFP) to develop transformational technologies to increase the recovery, reuse, remanufacturing and recycling of metals, polymers, fibers, and e-waste. REMADE’s investment will help solve some of the key technical challenges to deriving the energy, environmental and social benefits of a Circular Economy. The Institute’s investment will support […]

Brightmark, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, announces that it is launching a nationwide site search for U.S. locations suitable for its next set of advanced recycling facilities, which will convert hundreds of thousands of tons of post-consumer plastics into new products, including fuels, wax, and other products. The nationwide search will kick […]

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces two proposed regulations – one that applies to the management of coal combustion residuals (CCR) from electric utilities and one that revises a portion of the regulations (known as effluent guidelines) affecting wastewater management from steam electric power plants. Because these proposed rules may affect many of the […]

STL Land Development, a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based New Planet Energy, will build the plant on a 20-acre site in the North Riverfront area of St. Louis, MO. The developer expects it to divert up to 2,250 tons of trash per day from local landfills. When built next year, the plant will be able to […]

Recology, the Bay Area waste hauler, and environmental groups filed a proposed initiative Monday that would require plastic manufacturers to dramatically reduce the amount of products that people use once and toss in the trash. The initiative, aimed at the November 2020 ballot, is a more far-reaching version of two waste-reduction bills that died at […]

US Ecology, Inc. announces the completion of its previously announced merger with NRC Group Holdings Corp., a national leader in comprehensive environmental, compliance and waste management services to the marine and rail transportation, general industrial and energy industries in an all-stock transaction. Jeffrey R. Feeler, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of […]

The Second Annual Zero Waste Summit will convene March 24 to 26, 2020 at N.J.I.T in Newark, N.J. The Summit will continue the collaboration of strategy and Zero Waste goals to enable sustainability, profitability and resource optimization across the supply chain. This meeting will deep dive into linking regulations, policies, design, and permitting with reusable […]

The Recycling Alliance of North Alabama (RANA), which began its new curbside recycling program in August, has seen much success and participation over its first three months of operations, officials said. RANA is the Solid Waste Disposal Authority of the City of Huntsville (SWDA) funded monthly curbside recycling program that replaced the former 18-gallon bins […]