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...

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.

We're proud to be pumping septic tanks and grease traps as usual this fall, and like many essential businesses who have remained open during the coronavirus pandemic, we thought it was a good idea to provide our clients and customers a quick update on how we're handling things.

During this COVID-19 pandemic, we've seen lots of backups. While you might be running low on septic safe toilet paper, the last thing you want to do is begin flushing wipes/paper towels/or tee-shirts. (Yep... we've seen it all!) Keep reading to learn how you can avoid a septic backup during these "uncertain" times or contact us today to request a quote.

For many individuals, the septic system is an “out of site, out of mind” utility that receives little attention until there’s a problem. Septic tanks are buried underground and if you’re not sure exactly where your tank and its components are located, it can be difficult to find your access ports...

At Clean Earth Septic, we offer a full range of septic and waste management services - from residential septic pumping and point of sale inspections, to grease trap maintenance and septic system inspections. But, did you know we work on public sewer lines too?

When it comes to septic pumping, costs can add up. We know the last thing anyone wants this time of year is an unexpected bill, so today we're sharing some tips to save you money on your next service call!

Sure, it can be pretty disgusting, but it also does an important job. Your septic system is your home's most expensive utility which works round the clock to break down waste and safely filter water back into the ground. Today, we're sharing a few things you might not know about the inner workings of your hard working septic tank!

At Clean Earth Septic Service, we pump out septic tanks of all sizes. From residential to commercial and municipal jobs too. Whether you're in need of a septic tank pumping or you simply want to learn more about the process, keep reading or contact us today to schedule service.

Not only is a septic system additive part of a smart septic maintenance plan, it offers a variety of benefits that can save you money in the long run!

Before the snow falls and the ground freezes over, it's important to make sure your septic system is ready for the cold months ahead. Today we're sharing a few simple ways to winterize your septic system and pipes, to protect your home's most important utility. If your home is a rental or an AirBnB that's not always occupied, these tips are especially important to prevent frozen pipes or a cracked septic tank. Keep reading to learn more, or contact us today to schedule your next septic service.

For the sake of your septic system (AND your wallet) we recommend you take extra precaution if your home has a garbage disposal. There are steps you can take every day to help maintain your septic system and increase its longevity. One of them is knowing exactly what you can and cannot put down your drains.

Manta, a giant, plastic-eating catamaran powered by renewable energy is the 185-foot hybrid sailboat that will be the world’s first sea-cleaning vessel capable of collecting plastic waste on an industrial scale. Operating autonomously 75 percent of the time, it’s also a state-of-the-art scientific laboratory.World-record sailor Yvan Bourgnon is the mastermind behind the venture. During 20 […]

Compology, a leading company devoted to waste efficiency and sustainability, has named Carol Browner as an external senior adviser for sustainability and climate change. Browner will advise Compology’s executive team to broaden the company’s reach and deepen its environmental impacts. “As we work to address climate change and build more sustainable companies, proper measurement of […]

ecomaine announced that the Fiddlehead Center for the Arts in Scarborough won the most votes for its design of a working chandelier made from single-use plastic bottles, foam, bottle caps, felt, and other materials. In less than two weeks, the contest saw more than 3,200 votes; the chandelier design won nearly 30% of the total […]

Keep America Beautiful® has released data from its 2020 study on litter in America. The Keep America Beautiful 2020 National Litter Study provides a comprehensive understanding of the quantity, composition, and sources of litter along roadways, waterways, and in non-roadway areas across the United States. The organization’s 2020 study is a follow up to its […]

The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) has launched a comprehensive survey to better understand the amount and type of waste being managed by anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities. In previous EREF work on anaerobic digestion, 25 stand-alone AD facilities processing municipal solid waste (MSW) were identified across 13 states and 156 co-digestion of MSW facilities […]

A collaboration between academia and industry is to focus on the recycling of glass fiber products, in a move that could eventually help to reduce the waste produced by wind turbine blades. In an announcement, the University of Strathclyde, which is based in Glasgow, Scotland, said it had signed a memorandum of understanding with Aker […]

State environmental officials in Vermont say that, since composting was mandated last summer, food waste heading into landfills is plummeting and services that haul scraps are surging. “We have seen people are composting,” said Josh Kelly of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. “And in increasing numbers.” Quarter over quarter, food waste tonnage diverted from […]

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that DEC is adding $500,000 to the $1.5 million previously announced to help reduce food waste and combat food insecurity statewide. These funds, now totaling $2 million, support the Food Donation and Food Scraps Recycling Act, which goes into effect in January 2022, […]

In an effort to manage municipal solid wastes and curb landfill emissions, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality will offer for the first time funding for food waste management projects. Funding will be available to public school districts and universities, municipalities and counties, and tribes for the development of projects in fiscal year 2022. Patrick Riley, […]

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. and Cummins Inc. announced they have received annual certification from the California Air Resources Board (ARB) for model year 2021 Allison Hybrid 40/50 Electric Propulsion (H 40/50 EP™) system paired with the Cummins B6.7 and L9 diesel-electric hybrid engines. Originally issued by the ARB in 2014, the dual Executive Order (EO) […]

Republic Services, Inc. announced the opening of its first Northern California organics pre-processing facility, which will help Bay Area communities meet the requirements of a new state law mandating diversion of food and yard waste from landfills. The facility removes contamination from food waste collected from businesses in Contra Costa County, and produces clean organic […]

Last week Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed into law SB 1156, which will enable greater adoption of advanced recycling. The American Chemistry Council’s Joshua Baca, ACC’s Vice President of Plastics, said, “The American Chemistry Council is pleased to see adoption of advanced recycling legislation.  Recognition of advanced recycling’s benefits is gaining momentum at the state […]

Mack Trucks reached a significant milestone in Canada in 2021 – it’s 100th anniversary. “Mack’s leadership in commercial vehicles goes back more than 120 years, and we’ve proudly served Canada and its diverse regions and demanding applications throughout much of that history,” said Jonathan Randall, Mack Trucks senior vice president of North American sales and commercial […]

Being green has never been more rewarding for students across the country thanks to the Trex® Plastic Film Recycling Challenge. Now in its 14th year, the nationwide program challenges students in grades K-12 to collect and recycle the most polyethylene plastic film for the chance to win high-performance Trex products for their schools. After months […]

TIME has revealed the first-ever TIME100 Most Influential Companies, a new list—and an expansion of the annual TIME100 franchise—that highlights 100 businesses making an extraordinary impact around the world. To assemble the list, TIME solicited nominations across every sector—including health care, entertainment, transportation, technology and more—from its global network of editors and correspondents, as well […]

Portland has kicked off a year-long food composting pilot program, in which residents can drop off food scraps at five locations across the city. “By offering a compost program, we’re providing residents with a way to reduce their environmental footprint while reducing the number of city trash bags they need to buy,” said Mayor Kate […]

Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with the Philadelphia Union, today announced that the automaker will bring its established zero landfill knowledge to Subaru Park, home of the Union, making it the first zero landfill stadium in MLS. While sports stadiums across the country generate massive amounts of trash that go into landfills, through the […]

Carbios, a company pioneering new enzymatic solutions to reinvent the lifecycle of plastic and textile polymers, announced that a non-exclusive and non-binding Expression Of Intent agreement was signed with a significant PET producer on April 15th, 2021. With this additional agreement, as announced on April 6th, 20211, Carbios confirms its plan to build a first-of-a-kind […]

Volvo Construction Equipment has completed a 75,000-square-foot expansion of its Reno, Nevada, regional parts distribution center. The project, in conjunction with Volvo Group Service Market Logistics, increases floor space by 125% and brings parts closer to construction equipment customers with faster delivery times and reduced shipping costs. Volvo Group has operated the Reno Distribution Center since […]

The Spanish multi-energy company Repsol will join the Ecoplanta project, together with the technology leader Montreal-based firm Enerkem and Agbar, a global expert in water and waste management, to build a waste to chemicals plant in Tarragona, Spain. Under the joint venture Ecoplanta Molecular Recycling Solutions, the plant will process around 400,000 tons of non-recyclable […]

We're proud to be pumping septic tanks and grease traps as usual this fall, and like many essential businesses who have remained open during the coronavirus pandemic, we thought it was a good idea to provide our clients and customers a quick update on how we're handling things.

During this COVID-19 pandemic, we've seen lots of backups. While you might be running low on septic safe toilet paper, the last thing you want to do is begin flushing wipes/paper towels/or tee-shirts. (Yep... we've seen it all!) Keep reading to learn how you can avoid a septic backup during these "uncertain" times or contact us today to request a quote.

For many individuals, the septic system is an “out of site, out of mind” utility that receives little attention until there’s a problem. Septic tanks are buried underground and if you’re not sure exactly where your tank and its components are located, it can be difficult to find your access ports...

At Clean Earth Septic, we offer a full range of septic and waste management services - from residential septic pumping and point of sale inspections, to grease trap maintenance and septic system inspections. But, did you know we work on public sewer lines too?

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...

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.

East Manufacturing, manufacturer of aluminum flatbed, drop deck, dump and refuse trailers as well as aluminum truck bodies and steel dump trailers, announced the promotion of Gary Brown to Senior Vice President of Operations. In his new position, Brown will be responsible for all aspects of Operations including Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, warranty and new trailer […]

TruckSuite™ LLC is now positioned to sell Noregon’s© enhanced, remote diagnostic application, TripVision® Uptime, empowering fleet personnel to manage their vehicles’ health, safety, and performance every step of the way. Noregon just launched TripVision Uptime powered by their own proprietary onboard hardware device called the ND2. Noregon has been working with TruckSuiteTM to make sure […]

Mack Trucks announces that effective October 1, 2020, Gunnar Brunius has been appointed vice president and general manager of Mack’s Lehigh Valley Operations. The facility, which is located in Lower Macungie Township, Pennsylvania, produces all heavy-duty Mack® truck models built for North American and export markets. Brunius currently serves as vice president of the Volvo Trucks […]

At a time of immense strain on recycling efforts across the country, carpet recycling in California saw significant progress in 2019, according to the just-released California Carpet Stewardship Program 2019 Annual Report. While California’s overall materials recycling rate has been on the decline since 2014, the state’s carpet recycling rate is up 58% in the […]

Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America, announced that Estes Express Lines will add to its fleet 50 new trucks fueled with Redeem™ renewable natural gas (RNG), bringing its total to 71. Estes, the nation’s largest privately-owned freight transportation carrier, is acquiring the Class 8 natural gas […]

The City of Anaheim (Anaheim) has enlisted Brown and Caldwell to provide owner advisory services for the design-build delivery of multiple groundwater treatment plants. The new facilities will play a key role in Anaheim’s compliance with recent state Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) regulations and ensure water supplies continue to meet state and federal quality […]

With the UK being the first major economy to pass a net-zero emissions law, it has become more important than ever for sectors to be aware of their carbon footprint. Indeed, the nation is aiming for a net-zero emission score by 2050, leaving sectors with just 30 years to adapt, change, and clean up their […]

EC Waste, LLC, a fully integrated solid waste services provider in Puerto Rico, announced the acquisition of Republic Services of Puerto Rico, a subsidiary of Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) effective September 1, 2020. Financial terms were not disclosed. “The acquisition of Republic Services of Puerto Rico enhances EC Waste’s existing capabilities with the addition […]

OECD countries have agreed to update rules on the export of hazardous plastic waste for recycling in line with international changes so that advance consent from destination countries will be required ahead of shipping. However, they did not reach consensus on updated arrangements for the export of non-hazardous plastic waste. OECD countries have agreed to […]

The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) filed comments with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s committee on its draft framework, “A Framework for Equitable Allocation of Vaccine for the Novel Coronavirus,” requesting the committee recognize members of the waste and recycling industry as high priorities to receive any potential COVID-19 vaccine. “The […]

New academic collaborations with three State University of New York colleges that will help drive solutions to benefit local and statewide solid waste management and recycling. These partnerships with the University at Buffalo, College of Environmental Science and Forestry, and Stony Brook University will focus on innovative strategies to improve recycling and waste reduction to […]