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Published on Apr 16, 2021

AG seeks ‘pause’ on proposed medical waste facility review

PROVIDENCE – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha wants a state agency to pause its review of a proposed medical waste facility in West Warwick, “until proper analysis and certifications are completed.” In a letter to the Department of Environmental …

Source: Providence Business News - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 15, 2021

Attorney General Neronha expresses concerns over West Warwick medical waste facility license

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following statement today expressing his Office's concern over deficiencies in the application process for a proposed medical waste facility in West Warwick: "The regulatory process …

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Published on Apr 15, 2021

Neronha asks DEM to pause, 'further scrutinize' approval of application for proposed medical waste facility

WEST WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) ─ Attorney General Peter Neronha is siding with East Greenwich residents who are concerned about the potential arrival of a new medical waste facility. MedRecycler, which is a subsidiary of Sun Pacific Holding Corp., is hoping to …

Source: WPRI 12 - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2021

Dozens of used syringes, bloody tubing and other medical waste found along highway

National-World Click here for updates on this story SOUTHLAKE, Texas (KTVT) — Multiple lanes of eastbound Highway 114 are closed after someone either dumped or lost many bags of medical waste between White Chapel and Carroll. The debris includes used …

Source: KMIZ - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 15, 2021

Attorney General Neronha expresses concerns over West Warwick medical waste facility license

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following statement today expressing his Office's concern over deficiencies in the application process for a proposed medical waste facility in West Warwick: "The regulatory process …

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Published on Apr 15, 2021

Attorney General Neronha expresses concerns over West Warwick medical waste facility license

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following statement today expressing his Office's concern over deficiencies in the application process for a proposed medical waste facility in West Warwick: "The regulatory process …

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Published on Apr 15, 2021

How much excess medical waste is created by COVID-19 vaccinations?

In any given year, vaccines are given out, and needles and syringes have to be disposed of. But what about this year? How much excess medical waste is created by COVID-19 vaccinations? In short, it’s a lot. I talked to Naomi Friesz, a nurse who has been …

Source: KVEO ValleyCentral - Texas - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2021

Increased Use Of Disposable Medical Products Due To COVID-19 Leads To Demand In The Medical Waste Management Industry

The Business Research Company’s Medical Waste Management Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Implications And Growth To 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts …

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Published on Apr 10, 2021

'I feel we've moved backwards'— the environmental impact of the pandemic in northern Ontario

Spring clean-ups are underway across northeastern Ontario. And along with the usual candy wrappers and coffee cups, disposable plastic masks are also now often seen among the litter on the ground. "I feel we've moved backwards a little bit and it…

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 9, 2021

Doing our part to save the environment during COVID-19

Every week after coming home from grocery shopping, I throw away my mask, gloves, wash my hands twice, wipe down everything from outside and place the food on the dining table. However, such efforts to remain safe and sanitized come at a cost — the new …

Source: Daily Californian - Left-wing
Published on Mar 30, 2021

Perak DOE probes parties in fire at Ipoh clinical waste dump

IPOH: The Perak Department of Environment (DOE) is investigating and tracking down the parties responsible for dumping clinical waste which led to a fire in Pengkalan 1 industrial park here on Sunday. Its director, Rosli Zul said initial investigation by …

Source: The Sun Daily - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2021

Environmentalists critique waste incineration in CLEAN Future Act

ALBANY COUNTY — Environmental activists have a bone to pick with Representative Paul Tonko, a Democrat representing the Capital District, over the inclusion of waste incineration in his massive CLEAN Future Act, which aims to eliminate greenhouse gas …

Source: Altamont Enterprise - New York - Neutral
Published on Mar 25, 2021

Debate grows over benefits, risks of medical-waste treatment project

WEST WARWICK – Jobs, tax dollars and other economic benefits are pitted against potential health, safety and environmental risks tied to a proposed medical-waste treatment plant here in a growing debate that state and local officials must now decide. For …

Source: Providence Business News - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2021

Do promised benefits from a proposed medical-waste treatment plant...

MedRecycler-RI wants to build a medical-waste treatment plant West Warwick. Up to 70 tons of blood, needles and other medical human and animal waste would be shipped in daily, shredded, dried and treated at high heat using a process known as pyrolysis, …

Source: Providence Business News - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 17, 2021

Opponents speak out against proposed West Warwick medical waste treatment plant

WEST WARWICK – A proposal to build a medical waste treatment plant in West Warwick continues to fan flames of opposition. Dozens of residents, business owners, environmentalist advocates and state and local lawmakers voiced vehement objections to the …

Source: Providence Business News - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 16, 2021

Getting jabs to world’s hardest-to-reach people is a huge task | View

COVID-19 exposed and increased the vast inequalities of our world. Now, the effort to vaccinate humanity risks creating the latest front in global inequality. Around 75 per cent of all global vaccinations have taken place in only 10 countries. Against a …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Mar 16, 2021

Dozens speak out against proposed medical waste facility during lengthy hearing

WEST WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) ─ A proposed medical waste facility in West Warwick has drawn dozens of residents to speak in opposition of the project. The Rhode Island Department of Emergency Management held a virtual public comment hearing Monday night on the …

Source: WPRI 12 - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Mar 14, 2021

Ticker: RI medical waste-to-energy moves toward approval; Energy prices continue climb

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has scheduled a public hearing on a proposed medical waste-to-energy facility in West Warwick. The meeting comes after the agency issued a “notice of intent to approve” the project license in January. …

Source: Boston Herald - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2021

Joan Carling: Sustainability and Justice in a Post-COVID World

Every year since 1999, Beloit College has hosted a Weissberg Chair speaker to speak on human rights issues. Each speaker has been dedicated to human rights and social justice and has provided insight and new perspectives to the Beloit community, and has …

Source: The Round Table - Wisconsin - Neutral

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

URBN Announces Partnership with FABSCRAP to Address Commercial Textile Waste

PHILADELPHIA, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Urban Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ: URBN), a leading global lifestyle retailer, today announced a partnership with FABSCRAP to support the organization in reducing the fashion industry’s impact on the planet. …

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 11:43 GMT

at 21.9% CAGR, E-Waste Management Market Size Expected to Reach 102.46 Billion by 2026, Says Brandessence Market ...

Pune, India, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global demand for E-Waste Management market in terms of revenue was estimated to be USD 33.58 Billion in 2017 and is expected to reach USD 102.46 Billion in 2026, growing at a CAGR of 11.8% from 2020 to …

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 10:00 GMT

Earth Week Signals Start of Agricultural Jug Recycling Again

MOOSE JAW, Saskatchewan., April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This week, April 18 to 25, is Earth Week and with it comes a reminder to Canadian farmers that the annual agricultural plastic jug recycling program is about to start again, says Cleanfarms, the …

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 13:30 GMT

Canada’s Top Sustainability Leaders Honoured during Earth Week - 10th Canada’s Clean50 List for 2021

“There is no vaccine for climate change – but these remarkable Canadian leaders provide some hope…” says award’s founder. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, April 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Toronto, April 19, 2021– The 2021 “Canada’s Clean50” list …

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 13:46 GMT

Food Lion Announces Major New Sustainability Commitments

SALISBURY, N.C., April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Food Lion is taking a big leap in its already industry-leading sustainability efforts to make a greater impact in caring for the planet and its neighbors. The new, far-reaching commitments make it easier …

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Published on April 19, 2021 - 10:45 GMT

Lands’ End Launches Summer 2021 with International Swimsuit Day

DODGEVILLE, Wis., April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lands’ End (NASDAQ: LE), a leading uni-channel retailer known for high quality apparel for the whole family is announcing the start to its swim season. This kick off includes Lands’ End International …

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Published on April 14, 2021 - 18:11 GMT

ReSoil: The Premier, Zero-Landfill Destination for Organic Waste

Green Energy Biofuel recently purchased a composting site in Kershaw County, South Carolina, where its significant investments are optimizing operations. WINNSBORO, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Carolina-based …

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Published on April 16, 2021 - 15:42 GMT

Circular Systems'™ Low Impact Waste-to-Fiber Platforms and Products Revolutionize Sustainable Fashion in Milestone Year

Texloop™ RCOT™ Primo recycled cotton reaches commercial scale with partners including Nike, H&M and Converse; Agraloop™ BioFibre™ debuts globally with H&M LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS …

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Published on April 18, 2021 - 19:02 GMT

International airlines can now meet carbon neutral growth targets with ICAO’s CORSIA-approved Global Carbon Council

Global Carbon Council has been added to the list of programs fully approved under CORSIA to supply carbon credits and help airlines meet carbon neutral growth. DOHA, QATAR, April 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International aviation industry now …

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Published on April 17, 2021 - 22:13 GMT

Local Water Damage Emergency Services Company Is Now Serving the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area

Not all companies are created equal. Phoenix Water Damage Services is your trusted, local water damage restoration company. PHOENIX, AZ, USA, April 17, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Providing services to both residential and commercial properties, …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on April 16, 2021 - 14:26 GMT

Pakawaste Installation at Wood Wharf Development

Waste handling systems provider Pakawaste has designed and installed a bespoke waste handling system for Canary Wharf Management's new Wood Wharf district. PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, April 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pakawaste …

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Published on April 16, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Launches Redesigned Website

Website Offers Improved Accessibility for Stakeholders and Consumers NEW YORK, N.Y., UNITED STATES, April 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC), the country’s largest recycler of mercury-containing thermostats, has …

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Published on April 16, 2021 - 19:14 GMT

Bin There Dump That Franchise Network Achieves 200 Franchise Milestone

Ontario, Canada, April 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bin There Dump That, a residential dumpster rental franchise company with locations in the U.S. and Canada, is a network of small businesses on the rise, according to CEO Mike Kernaghan. “Already in 2021, …

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Published on April 15, 2021 - 19:30 GMT

Recycling Scrap Metal: The Sustainable Option

The general public has become more conscious about the environment; it is important to know why recycling metal is important as a sustainable option. FAIRLESS HILLS, PA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recycling old …

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Published on April 15, 2021 - 18:05 GMT

First-Ever Statewide Conference on Illegal Dumping Hosted by Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley

Event to Convene California's Urban, Suburban & Rural Leaders from Across California; Fighting Dumping Through Education, Eradication, and Enforcement OAKLAND, CA, USA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Whether its commercial waste or …

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Published on April 15, 2021 - 16:35 GMT

LRS EXPANDS SOUTHERN WISCONSIN SERVICE AREA WITH ACQUISITIONS OF CLARK DISPOSAL AND COMMERCIAL RUBBISH COLLECTION

Independent, family-owned and highly respected, both companies have built long-lasting legacies rooted in exceptional customer service MORTON GROVE, IL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LRS, the Midwest’s leading independent …

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Published on April 14, 2021 - 18:11 GMT

ReSoil: The Premier, Zero-Landfill Destination for Organic Waste

Green Energy Biofuel recently purchased a composting site in Kershaw County, South Carolina, where its significant investments are optimizing operations. WINNSBORO, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Carolina-based …

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Published on April 14, 2021 - 20:15 GMT

SP Plus Corporation to Release First Quarter 2021 Results on April 28, 2021

CHICAGO, April 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SP Plus Corporation (NASDAQ: SP) today announced that it expects to release first quarter 2021 earnings on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, after the close of market. Later that same day, the Company will host a …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 21:35 GMT

LRS INKS $80 MILLION RESIDENTIAL CONTRACT SERVING FOUR OF SIX ZONES IN THE CITY OF CHICAGO’S BLUE CART RECYCLING PROGRAM

Highly anticipated contract serving 400,000 households sent to bid after nearly a decade, aims to improve on Chicago’s lackluster residential recycling churn MORTON GROVE, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LRS, the …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 20:12 GMT

Parkinson’s Patients Seek Multidistrict Litigation Status for Growing Number of Paraquat-Exposure Lawsuits

Fears Nachawati trial lawyers: Single court is best for mass litigation Chevron Phillips Chemical Co (NYSE:CVX) SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trial lawyers representing a growing number of people …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 18:37 GMT

Oakland Waste Management Hiring Local Residents for New Jobs in Recycling, Composting

Waste Management Hiring Oakland Residents: Company Creates Oakland, Calif., Hiring Portal. New Post-Pandemic Opportunities for Work in Alameda County Waste Management (NYSE:WM) OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 18:10 GMT

AZZ Inc. Benefits from Fine Tune’s Deep Expertise in Uniform Rental and Waste Disposal Indirect Expense Categories

Ongoing and vigilant management of the expense categories has saved AZZ hundreds of thousands of dollars since onset of partnership CHICAGO, IL, US, April 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fine Tune, a provider of indirect spend management services …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 09:18 GMT

GRI, SDGs courses now available on Earth Academy

GRI, SDGs, AccountAbility and other sustainability reporting self-paced courses are now available on Earth Academy AMSTELVEEN, NOORD-HOLLAND, NETHERLANDS, April 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amsterdam-based sustainability Education platform, …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 20:10 GMT

SP Plus Corporation Offers Bags® Curbside Concierge™ Baggage Check-In at Tampa International Airport

CHICAGO, April 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SP Plus Corporation (SP+), (Nasdaq: SP), a leading provider of technology-driven mobility solutions for aviation, commercial, hospitality and institutional clients throughout North America, today announced the …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:09 GMT

Green Boom Introduces First USDA Certified Biodegradable Spill Kit

Innovative ‘green’ products clean the environment in convenient to-go package ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Boom is proud to introduce the first oil-only spill kit to earn the USDA BioPreferred …

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Published on April 8, 2021 - 20:40 GMT

SocialBox.Biz and the University of Surrey announcing an ongoing partnership for digital inclusion initiative

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SocialBox.Biz Community Interest Company is announcing an ongoing partnership with the University of Surrey. This partnership means that the University of Surrey is onboard to …

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Published on April 8, 2021 - 18:49 GMT

Increased Use Of Disposable Medical Products Due To COVID-19 Leads To Demand In The Medical Waste Management Industry

The Business Research Company’s Medical Waste Management Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Implications And Growth To 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts …

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Published on April 8, 2021 - 17:32 GMT

Advanced Biofuels Canada forms Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Caucus

Canada’s national advanced biofuels association accelerates efforts towards expanding SAF production and use in Canada. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advanced Biofuels Canada has launched a Sustainable …

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