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Another moronic New Jersey ban is on the way

So here we go again. Some do-gooders and viral policy wackos want to make everyday life just a little more annoying, all in the name of a serious-sounding environmental benefit. Photo via Canva Photo via Canva Echoes of New Jersey’s plastic bag ban This …

‘Plastics Recycling Fraud’ and the Continued Expansion of Public Nuisance Claims

In one of the first cases alleging “plastics recycling fraud,” a federal district court in California recently denied a motion to dismiss the plaintiffs’ public nuisance claim. Citing prior decisions in cases involving the manufacture and distribution of …

Rutgers Cooperative Extension Leads Drafting of New Jersey’s First-Ever Food Donation Guidelines

A statewide collaborative effort aims to keep billions of pounds of food from landfills while helping to fight food insecurity Can a bakery donate two-day-old bread? Can a grocery store give away a sandwich that was made yesterday? How long after the “best …

EPA selects 2 governments in Pennsylvania to receive recycling, waste grants

Dec. 31 looming as key date in future of Seneca Meadows landfill

SENECA FALLS — Dec. 31, 2025, which arrives in 19 days, may be one of the most significant days in the history of Seneca County. Or, perhaps not. Why? The state operating permit for the Seneca Meadows Inc. landfill along Route 414 expires at the end of …

Maha says farewell, hopes 'I represented you well' after eight years as legislator

File Photo of Genesee County Legislator Gary Maha, left, accepting a certificate from Legislature Chair Shelley Stein for his participation of planning for the new county jail. Photo by Howard Owens Genesee County Legislator Gary Maha, who often came in …

AI Energy Surge Revives Nuclear Power with Tech Giant Investments

Atoms for Algorithms: Nuclear Revival in the Age of AI The surge in artificial intelligence has triggered an unprecedented hunger for electricity, pushing tech giants to explore unconventional power sources. Data centers, the backbone of AI operations, are …

Twice Told Tales: Auto thefts on the rise

This week in Tracy history 10 years ago — 2015 Auto thefts in Tracy have risen to a level not seen in almost a decade. The Tracy Police Department is joining other local enforcement agencies to fight the trend by offering free steering wheel locks to …

Google, NextEra to Revive Iowa Nuclear Plant for AI Data Centers

Reviving Nuclear Ghosts: Google’s Bold Bet on Atomic Power in Tornado Alley In the heart of Iowa, where vast cornfields stretch under expansive skies prone to ferocious storms, a shuttered nuclear power plant is poised for an unlikely resurrection. The …

City DPW announces 2026 recycling changes

City map showing recycling sections. With the new year will come changes to the city’s recycling program. Curbside recycling has been required in the city since the 1980s. In previous years, recycling has come twice a month. However, in 2026, recycling …

Ohio urgently needs a toughened, more transparent fracking-waste permit process: editorial

Ohio has become a state of easy virtue for readily allowing “fracking waste” – the hazardous byproducts of the high-pressure slurries injected to extract oil and natural gas from shale far below Earth’s surface – to be pumped so compliantly into Ohio land. …

Fairfax County expands fabrics recycling pilot to support demand

Helpsy textile recycling containers at the I-66 Transfer Station (via DPWES) South County residents now have an option closer to home for recycling clothes and other fabrics. After seeing robust participation at the I-66 Transfer Station on West Ox Road, …

New York Program to Help Local Governments Pay for Tech

New York state has renewed a local government grant program, one that could help fund cybersecurity and other government technology projects. The Local Government Efficiency Grant program — called LGEG by the New York Department of State, which operates …

New York dairy farmers seek tax credits, millions in funding and sludge studies

With the year coming to a close, the Northeast Dairy Producers Association has announced its priorities for the upcoming legislative session to support New York’s largest agricultural sector. “There is significant investment being made in dairy processing …

Kathy's #Mailbag, Dec. 12, 2025

Drop in a question of your very own BY CLICKING HERE or by emailing Kathy Reiser at mailbag@news-gazette.com. Few commercial buildings in C-U have had as varied a history as the current home of Spiros Law offices, 315 E. University Ave., Champaign. It has …

Pick It Up Calcasieu ‘Litter Champs’ dedicated to clean spaces

Published 7:07 pm Friday, December 12, 2025 The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Solid Waste and Litter Abatement Committee presented certificates, trophies and a gift basket to the 2025 “Pick it Up” Litter Champs in appreciation of their efforts to bring …

The Man Who Broke Offshore Wind

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. This story was originally published by Canary Media and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. David Stevenson stood …

There Is No Such Thing as a Fail-Safe Nuclear Power Plant

For more than three decades I was the director of grants for a science foundation that funded, in large part, environmental protection. Over that time my attention increasingly turned toward news about huge nuclear power plant disasters, numerous …

AI to drive nuclear energy comeback

FATIH Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency at the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2025 emphasized how nuclear power can make a "strong comeback" for clean energy. This would be primarily driven by rising …

Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung and Seoul Honorary Mayor Jung Joon Ho Launch Clean Water Initiative with WEC Technology

Korean innovation and U.S. municipal leadership unite as renowned actor and Seoul Honorary Mayor Jung Joon Ho supports Fullerton’s water modernization plan. Real Brokerage (NASDAQ:REAX) FULLERTON, CA, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire. …

Electrocardiogram (ECG) Chest Strap Shirt Market Expected to Expand at a 24.7% CAGR by 2029: Industry Analysis

The Business Research Company's Electrocardiogram (ECG) Chest Strap Shirt Market Expected to Expand at a 24.7% CAGR by 2029: Industry Analysis LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

AZ Waste Wagon Brings Dumpster Rentals to Homes and Businesses in San Tan Valley

AZ Waste Wagon has responded to this need by offering a streamlined dumpster rental process. SAN TAN VALLEY, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AZ Waste Wagon, a local waste management company, has expanded its operations to …

R2 Recycling – Worcester Reaffirms Commitment to Proper Commercial Recycling Services

Expanded recycling solutions for electronics, batteries, solar panels, and nearly all types of universal waste—built for compliance-ready, dependable service. WORCESTER, MA, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R2 Recycling – …

ADVOCATES QUESTION GENERAL PERMIT PROPOSAL FOR DATA CENTER DISCHARGES TO OHIO’S WATERWAYS

OHIO EPA'S USE OF GENERAL PERMITS SHOULD BE PROTECTIVE OF WATER RESOURCES BOWLING GREEN, OH, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concerned Ohioans recently learned about the Ohio EPA’s general draft permit for data centers …

Kwik Tow Launches BulkTrash.com, Offering Free Bulk Trash Removal for Commercial and Multifamily Properties in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kwik Tow, a leading towing and parking-management service provider for commercial and multifamily properties in the Phoenix metropolitan area, today announced the official launch …

Demand for Reliable Energy Fuels Growth in Biogas and Renewable Natural Gas Market

Appalachian manufacturers can leverage existing expertise to supply needed components, new report finds. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Biogas is a renewable source of energy derived from anaerobic …

Industry Report on Pipes and Pipe/Hose Fittings: Market Competition and Future Outlook

The Business Research Company’s Pipes and Pipe/Hose Fittings Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pipes and pipe…

ROOTER MAN OF SC RECOMMENDS HOLIDAY PLUMBING PRECAUTIONS

Rooter Man of SC shares the most common holiday plumbing emergencies and offers expert tips homeowners can use to prevent clogs, backups, and costly repairs. LOWCOUNTRY, SC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The holiday …

Waste Management Industry to Surpass $3.5 Trillion by 2032, Growing at a Robust 5.5% CAGR | SUEZ, Republic Services

Waste Management Industry to Surpass $3.5 Trillion by 2032, Growing at a Robust 5.5% CAGR | SUEZ, Republic Services WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a report titled, "Waste …

Interstate Advanced Materials Birmingham Backs Alabama Businesses with Reliable Material Solutions

Interstate Advanced Materials Birmingham supplies high-performance plastics, composite materials, and machining services to support Alabama businesses. BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Interstate Advanced …

Peat Growing Media Market Competition Analysis 2025: How Players Are Shaping Growth

The Business Research Company’s Peat Growing Media Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Peat Growing Media market is …

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2025 NEW PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARD PROGRAM

Environmental Protection, the resource for managing air, water, energy and waste issues announces the 2025 New Product of the Year award winners. WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Environmental Protection …

Africa's Green Economy Summit 2026 to unveil Africa's premier pipeline of investment-ready green ventures

CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE , SOUTH AFRICA, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES 2026) is set to host an unparalleled showcase of investment-ready green economy projects from across the continent. With over 100 …

When industry asks to govern its own oversight

LONDON, FOREIGN, UNITED KINGDOM, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mark Venables explains how Europe’s ELV regulation reform must reckon with the memory of the cartel Europe’s End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELV) is nearing approval, …

Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) Market to Reach USD 980 Million by 2035, Growing at 21.5% CAGR from USD 135 Million in 2025

Explore the Global Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) Market Outlook 2025–2035, covering market size, forecast growth, segmentation, regional insights, trends. CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Global Polyhydroxyalkanoates …

Day Two of IDWS 2025 Cements Saudi Arabia’s Global Innovation Leader Status

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Day Two of IDWS 2025 Cements Saudi Arabia’s Global Innovation Leader Status as Experts Tap into PPPs, Circular Solutions and Data for a Safer Water Future Global thought leaders, …

Mancomm Announces Launch of RegLogic, a New Digital Platform for Accessing OSHA and Safety Regulations

RegLogic replaces outdated books with a dynamic, always-current compliance platform built for today’s safety professionals. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin, TX - December 9, 2025 - Mancomm, a nationwide leader in …

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Announces 2025 BMOP Contest Winners

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Honors Distributor Leadership in Removing Mercury Thermostats WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC) announced the winners of the 2025 Banish Mercury …

Black Dog Junk Removal Helps Charleston Prepare for the Holiday Season With Their Holiday Home Prep Initiative

Black Dog Junk Removal expands holiday junk removal services through its Holiday Home Prep Initiative to help residents prepare for this busy season. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the holiday season …