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California dangles cash carrot for cleaner PET bales, but few bite California last year started a unique program of providing cash payments to materials recovery facilities that produce ultra-clean PET bottle bales. Recently released data suggest the payments aren’t juicy enough morsels. → The post California dangles cash carrot for cleaner PET bales, but […] Read More…
How SB 54 went from twice-failed bill to landmark EPR The passage of SB 54 in California took years of groundwork, collaboration and the looming threat of a ballot initiative, according to individuals who helped propel the landmark extended producer responsibility bill. → The post How SB 54 went from twice-failed bill to landmark […] Read More…
What MRFs can expect from California’s new CRV laws Amid a flurry of bills at the end of California’s legislative session, lawmakers passed $1.3 billion in recycling spending and made a number of key policy changes. A recent webinar hinted at what the changes may mean for MRFs. → The post What MRFs can […] Read More…
The $175 million agreement involves gas from three upcoming food waste digesters in California, Pennsylvania and Washington. It marks the latest sign of investment into waste-related projects that produce renewable natural gas. Source: Divert to provide RNG for BP from food waste digesters via 10-year contract | Waste Dive Read More…
Advanced recycling is growing in popularity across the world. Some people are excited about its potential to close the gaps in our current recycling system, but it must be implemented strategically. Read More…
Mandatory organics recycling is a cornerstone of SB 1383, California’s Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy. A nonprofit is at the forefront of assisting businesses with compliance. Source: California Food Businesses Tackle Climate Law Compliance | BioCycle Read More…
A network of groups claims polypropylene containers are “widely recyclable,” despite ample evidence to the contrary. Source: Inside the industry push to label your yogurt cup ‘recyclable’ | Grist Read More…
As the state looks to dramatically reduce disposal volumes in the coming years, the shift is prompting new questions about the waste industry’s operating model. Orange County is one notable landfill operator pivoting to composting. Source: What California’s organics recycling law could mean for the future of landfills | Waste Dive Read More…
Scott Woods, founder of the compost equipment company, highlights a new facility built at a Republic Services landfill as well as trends around PFAS, community relations, infrastructure funding and more. Source: Sustainable Generation CEO talks solar-powered composting and infrastructure trends | Waste Dive Read More…
The Container Recycling Institute recently outlined what it will cost to expand California’s bottle bill to include wine and spirits. CRI says some spending is necessary, but the bill could be too costly in the long term. Read More…