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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

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 Mar 28, 2021

Dozens of syringes and other medical waste found on side of road in Peoria County

New PEORIA COUNTY (WEEK) --- Dozens of syringes, needles and other medical waste were found in a drainage ditch near Farmington Saturday. Advanced Medical Transport says they were called to the scene after the waste was reported to the Peoria County …

Source: 25 News - Illinois - 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 Mar 13, 2021

Sarangani taps eco-friendly Pyroclave technology to treat medical waste, curb COVID-19

GENERAL SANTOS CITY—The provincial government of Sarangani will use the innovative and environment-friendly Pyroclave technology to treat medical waste and help stop the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the province, an environment …

Source: Inquirer.net - Neutral
Published on Feb 24, 2021

Concern over disposal of medical waste

Anonymous writes: The management and treatment of medical waste (MW) are of great concern owing to its potential hazard to human health and the environment. A United Nations human rights expert noted that medical waste is becoming an increasing problem. …

Source: Cayman News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2021

The COVID pandemic has produced a 'staggering' amount of waste. Where is it all going?

The very materials protecting us from COVID-19 infection over the last year could ultimately cause long-term harm to public health and the planet. Growing quietly in the background amid the chaos to respond to and contain the virus is the issue of medical …

Source: Burlington Free Press - Vermont - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2021

Police, Sheriff’s Office to co-host Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Representatives from the Cortez Police Department and the Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office will take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this month. The goal of the event is to provide a safe and convenient way for citizens to dispose of …

Source: The Journal - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Dec 21, 2020

Global Medical Waste Management Market Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2020-2030

WiseGuyReports.com adds “Global Medical Waste Management Market Research Report 2020 Analysis and Forecast 2030” reports to its database. PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, December 21, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medical Waste Management Market: …

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Published on Dec 9, 2020

News24.com | Hijackers make off with hazardous medical waste truck in Cape Town

A box of the stolen medical waste. Hijackers made off with a medical waste removal truck in Khayelitsha. The truck was transporting waste from local clinics to a specialist medical waste treatment facility in Killarney Gardens at the time. The waste does …

Source: News24 - Neutral
Published on Nov 24, 2020

Ministry of Health to investigate medical waste on beaches

The Ministry of Health says it will investigate the origin of blood vials and other medical waste which have been washing up on Cayman’s beaches. In an emailed statement to the Cayman Compass following the publication of stories of blood vials, vaccine …

Source: Caymanian Compass - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2020

U.S. Medical Waste Management Market to Attain USD 5.25 Billion by 2027; Grim Effects of Clinical Waste on Nature and ...

New York, Nov. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hospitals in the United States produce approximately 6 million tons of waste on an annual basis. However, with the massive spread of COVID-19 in 2020 leading to public health crisis, a significant hike in the …

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Published on Nov 18, 2020

Medical waste contaminates Waikato recycling centre

Medical and human waste has found its way onto the sorting belt of a Waikato recycling centre and ratepayers are picking up the costs of having machinery cleaned and decontaminated. Medical liquid bags, some containing blood, along with tubes, needles and …

Source: Stuff - Neutral
Published on Nov 14, 2020

Bloodstained medical waste found downtown

One downtown worker is warning others to be careful when cleaning up trash left lying near their businesses, after she found used medical personal protective equipment – including a bloodstained medical mask – in a heap of other trash. Shandra Murphy said …

Source: Prince George Citizen - Neutral
Published on Nov 13, 2020

Medical waste facility will not pose threat to air traffic, say city officials

A new medical waste facility may rise on London’s eastern edge, but it won’t pose a threat by drawing birds to London International Airport, say city officials. ECS Cares Inc. in Barrie wants to build a transfer station for medical and pharmaceutical waste …

Source: Londoner - Neutral
Published on Oct 18, 2020

Dhaka’s messy medical waste handling puts public health in danger

But as the health emergency caused by the coronavirus pandemic has taken centre stage, the battle to dispose of infectious waste appears to have been sidelined by both government and private consumers. Mismanagement of the infectious biomedical waste from …

Source: BD News 24 - Neutral
Published on Sep 1, 2020

Sarangani’s medical waste treatment facility to open early 2021

GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 1 Sep) – The provincial government of Sarangani is pushing for the full operation early next year of its P19 million medical waste treatment facility in Alabel town. Alabel in Sarangani. Map courtesy of Google Rolando …

Source: Minda News - Neutral

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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 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 - 15:15 GMT

Solutions-Oriented Magazine Becomes First to Print on Environmentally- Friendly Stone Paper

Kamp Solutions Magazine adopts innovative solution to inform the world of its groundbreaking potential LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jurriaan Kamp, the editor of KAMP SOLUTIONS magazine, has adopted one of …

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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 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 - 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 15, 2021 - 15:12 GMT

100% recyclable sustainable trays for Veroni’s authentic Italian charcuterie

The family-owned cured meat producer introduces eco-friendly charcuterie packaging that perfectly ensures the freshness of their products imported from Italy CORREGGIO , EMILIA - ROMAGNA , ITALY , April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is …

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Published on April 13, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Clean Earth Recycles 94-Percent of Total Waste Processed; Over 4 Million Tons in 2020

Company celebrates one-year anniversary of acquiring Stericycle’s Environmental Solutions business (ESOL). More than 80-percent of Harsco’s total revenue now comes from environmental solutions and services, up from about 60-percent just three years ago. …

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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, …

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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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