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Published on 01:18 GMT

US recycling isn't just about trash — it already supports 603,000 jobs nationwide

Recycling can help to keep packaging out of polluting landfills and in circulation, reducing the need to create new materials. But it can also strengthen the economy by supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs that stay in the U.S. Even as governments …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Federal judge will decide future of Oregon’s new package recycling law by end of August

PORTLAND — A federal judge will determine by the end of August the future of Oregon’s nascent statewide recycling modernization law, meant to require product manufacturers and distributors to cover some of the packaging disposal costs Oregonians currently …

Source: Oregon Capital Chronicle - Left-wing
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Orrington, Maine Trash Collector Injured by Improperly Disposed Chemicals

An industrial accident in Orrington is a reminder to residents about the proper way to dispose of toxic and/or combustible chemicals. Maine Sanitation Worker Hurt in Industrial Accident in Orrington The name of the individual who was injured hasn't …

Source: I-95 - Maine - Pending
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Immigration dominates first Maine US Senate debate days after fatal shooting

By Emma Davis for Maine Morning Star All of the candidates vying for Maine’s Democratic U.S. Senate nomination called to eliminate U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during their first debate Thursday night, three days after ICE shot and killed a 25- …

Source: Daily Kos - Left-wing
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Immigration dominates first Maine U.S. Senate debate days after fatal shooting

All of the candidates vying for Maine’s Democratic U.S. Senate nomination called to eliminate U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during their first debate Thursday night, three days after ICE shot and killed a 25-year-old in Biddeford. Given that …

Source: Maine Morning Star - Left-wing
Published on Jul 16, 2026

New $209 ‘pay-as-you-throw’ trash rule dinging Americans for each bag of garbage put in cans under city plan

RESIDENTS in a US city face being charged for each bag of trash they ditch in their bins under a so-called pay-as-you-throw program. Officials are looking to sell city-approved bags to residents in an attempt to discourage excessive waste and earn some …

Source: The U.S. Sun - Right-wing
Published on Jul 16, 2026

U.S. Chemical Safety Board Issues Investigation Update on Fatal January 2026 Toxic Hydrogen Sulfide Release at the ...

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update on the agency’s ongoing investigation into the January 27, 2026, fatal release of highly toxic hydrogen sulfide gas at the Woodland Pulp mill in Baileyville, Maine. The …

Source: ISHN - Pending
Published on Jul 14, 2026

Maine is ramping up effort to reduce packaging in landfills. Will towns participate?

After years of planning, the Maine state government is seeking a contractor to run a program that aims to cut down on packaging waste, but its success will depend on how many municipalities participate. Towns and cities will need to opt in to the new …

Source: The Maine Monitor - Pending
Published on Jul 15, 2026

Oregon's Recycling Overhaul Faces a National Test

Last year, Oregon became the first state to start charging companies for some of the end-life waste disposal costs created by their packaging. Then, the state quickly became the first to be sued over it and, this week, the first to go to trial. Federal …

Source: Governing - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2026

'S-M-R-T': AOC Shares Some More of Her 'Common Wisdom' About Jim Crow and the US Senate

In case you missed it last night, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who was born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, and who has never lived outside of New York or Washington, DC, except for the four years she went to school in Boston, is now a bona fide …

Source: Twitchy - Right-wing
Published on Jul 15, 2026

Maine has ignored this homegrown substitute for heating oil

Maine has largely neglected a heating fuel made from forestry waste that could help the state fulfill its ambitious goals to replace its nation-leading reliance on oil, instead focusing almost exclusively on electrification. Two startup companies in Maine …

Source: Bangor Daily News - Maine - Center-left
Published on Jul 13, 2026

Trump’s nuclear push is reviving a moribund debate over waste

The push for a new wave of nuclear power plants has sparked optimism that the technology may be ready to rejoin the build-out of new electricity generation — and finally prod the federal government to address the mountain of radioactive waste that has …

Source: E&E News - Neutral
Published on Jul 14, 2026

Oregon’s new package recycling rules go on trial, could impact other states

PORTLAND — Last year, Oregon became the first state to start charging companies for some of the end-life waste disposal costs created by their packaging. Then, the state quickly became the first to be sued over it and, this week, the first to go to trial. …

Source: Oregon Capital Chronicle - Left-wing
Published on Jul 17, 2026

California and 6 other states are forcing brands to count every bottle, box, and wrapper

In seven states, packaging rules are shifting toward a model that makes the companies behind products help finance dealing with the waste those products leave behind. A practical obstacle lies beneath that change: Many major brands still do not keep all …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Jun 22, 2026

Garbage to Garden expands into Maine waste, recycling collection market

Dive Brief: Garbage to Garden recently won its second residential waste and recycling contract over Casella Waste Systems, marking a shift in its initial strategy as a dedicated organics recycler. Garbage to Garden will begin servicing the town of …

Source: Waste Dive - Neutral
Published on Jul 3, 2026

Implementing a recycling program at Boothbay Region High School

Have you ever heard of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, otherwise known as “trash island?” “Trash island” refers to an island-like pile of trash that doubles Texas’s size that floats in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. It is a clear representation of how …

Source: Boothbay Register - Maine - Neutral
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Dunn looks to retirement after nearly 2 decades leading Gilford Town Hall

GILFORD — One month from now, longtime Town Administrator Scott Dunn will be trading his second floor office for a beach chair in Wells, as he enters well-earned retirement. Sometimes, leaving a position after so long can be bittersweet. Dunn is proud of …

Source: The Laconia Daily Sun - New Hampshire - Pending
Published on Jul 14, 2026

TUES: New Mexico environmentalist group on ‘high alert’ after Trump’s shrinks Utah national monuments, + More

New Mexico environmentalist group on ‘high alert’ after Trump’s shrinks Utah national monuments —Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico A New Mexico environmentalist group is sounding the alarm about what President Donald Trump’s decision to dramatically …

Source: KUNM - New Mexico - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 29, 2026

New PaintCare Recycling Program

Garrett County Solid Waste & Recycling and Naylor’s Ace Hardware are partnering with PaintCare, a nonprofit organization created by paint companies to manage leftover paint in states with paint stewardship laws. Households and businesses can drop off …

Source: Deep Creek Times - Maryland - Pending

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 22:22 GMT

Poor air quality impacts City services on Friday, July 17

HAMILTON, ON – Due to sustained poor air quality across the City of Hamilton, some City services, including waste collection and outdoor recreation programs, are being modified or cancelled on Friday, July 17. These decisions have been made out of an …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 21:38 GMT

Poor air quality impacts City services on Friday, July 17

HAMILTON, ON – Due to sustained poor air quality across the City of Hamilton, some City services, including waste collection and outdoor recreation programs, are being modified or cancelled on Friday, July 17. These decisions have been made out of an …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 22:22 GMT

PSA: Air quality impacts on City services for Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19

HAMILTON, ON – Due to sustained poor air quality across the City of Hamilton, some City services are being modified or cancelled over the weekend. These decisions have been made out of an abundance of caution to protect the health and safety of residents …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 14:05 GMT

Comprehensive Classification File Folder Market Report Covers Forecasts, Innovations And Industry Outlook

The Business Research Company’s Classification File Folder Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The classification file folder market has …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 23:50 GMT

Recycling Reform Act will lower recycling costs in Washington state

Work is underway to transform how we recycle in Washington. Thanks to the Recycling Reform Act, signed into law in May 2025, our state’s residential recycling system is getting a major upgrade. When the program officially rolls out in 2030, what is …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 20:44 GMT

Food Scraps? Dispose of Them for Free!

Monticello, NY – As part of Sullivan County’s effort to construct a composting facility and to encourage recycling, all County transfer stations are now accepting food scraps at no charge. “We love that smelly food waste!” affirmed Recycling Coordinator …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 23:50 GMT

Waste Collection Suspended for July 16, 2026

HAMILTON, ON – Due to sustained poor air quality across the city, Waste Management suspended garbage, green bin, yard waste and bulk waste collection as of midday on Thursday, July 16 to protect the health and safety of collection crews. Approximately 50 …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

Cable Wrap Velcro Reusable Market Growth Accelerates As Industry Expected To Reach $1.94 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company’s Cable Wrap Velcro Reusable Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The cable wrap velcro reusable market …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Electronics Industry ...

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Lumbar Drainage (LD) Systems Market Industry Outlook Strengthens Amid Rising Global Demand

The Business Research Company’s Lumbar Drainage (LD) Systems Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The lumbar drainage (LD) systems …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Environment ...
Published on July 16, 2026 - 21:11 GMT

Gridwater Regulation Crowdfunding Offering Is Now Live

The company also reports progress on equipment financing and production planning for its mobile water treatment fleet. SHERMAN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gridwater, Inc., a Water On Demand® company focused on mobile …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on July 16, 2026 - 16:31 GMT

Bernastic Achieves Major Manufacturing Milestone with First 2,500-Pound Production Run of Next-Gen Sustainable Material

Materials innovator demonstrates scalable production while expanding applications beyond pallets through injection molding and additive manufacturing. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bernastic, the advanced …

Distribution channels: Environment, Manufacturing ...
Published on July 16, 2026 - 11:35 GMT

Climate Health Society to Hold Inaugural Global Annual Meeting on October 22, 2026

Accelerating knowledge across disciplines, sectors, and borders to move the field forward faster than any single profession can alone. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Climate Health Society (CHS), a global …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on July 16, 2026 - 09:35 GMT

Microvec Introduces New Advanced LIBS Lasers for Metal Sorting Market

Microvec is introducing a new family of advanced LIBS lasers specifically designed to address the needs of the non-ferrous metal sorting machine market. PIńCZóW, ŚWIęTOKRZYSKIE, POLAND, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PIŃCZÓW, POLAND – …

Distribution channels: Companies, Electronics Industry ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 18:22 GMT

How Heavy Rain and Flooding Put St. Tammany Parish Septic Systems at Risk

Brooks Plumbing & Septic Services Urges Northshore Homeowners to Inspect Septic Systems Ahead of Peak Storm Season MANDEVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Louisiana moves deeper into hurricane season, Brooks …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Environment ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:34 GMT

Silex World Advances China-Independent Processing Platform for Allied Critical Materials Supply Chains

Integrated platform combines refining, traceability and modular processing to support resilient allied critical materials supply chains. LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silex World Ltd, a University of …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Chemical Industry ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:27 GMT

Gone For Good Highlights How Sustainable Junk Removal Helps Communities Reduce Landfill Waste

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As homeowners and businesses seek more environmentally responsible ways to dispose of unwanted items, experts say reuse, donation and recycling can significantly reduce the amount of waste …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 13:46 GMT

From Waste to Worth: Bloom Marks 10 Years of Transforming Wastewater into a Regional Sustainability Success

Program has generated more than $13.5 million in revenue and savings while improving soils, strengthening food security and building the circular economy WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ten years ago, the idea …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 13:03 GMT

Scrap Metal Recycling Market to Surpass USD 100.70 Billion by 2033, Expanding at 5.9% CAGR | 2026–2033 Forecast

The global scrap metal recycling market is estimated to be valued at USD 67.40 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 100.70 Bn by 2033. BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The latest study, titled Scrap Metal …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 12:18 GMT

Oakland Peace Center continues ‘Youth Sustaining Peace' Program this month

New features include Mycelium Soil Expert & a Visit to Rock The Bike CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco Bay Area environmental leader and performance artist/educator Jessica Jane Robinson is …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Hypertherm Associates Introduces Quote Manager for ProNest Nesting Software

Web-based module streamlines quoting, improves costing accuracy, and connects sales to production HANOVER, NH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hypertherm Associates, a U.S.-based leading manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Automotive Industry ...
Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

Sharps Medical Waste Services Appoints Silvia Costa as Chief Human Resources Officer

Appointment reinforces the company's investment in people, culture, and long-term growth. TX, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharps Medical Waste Services (MWS), a national leader in regulated medical waste management, today …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 16:18 GMT

Clean Yard Establishes Dog Waste Removal Service Across Chicago's Northwest Suburbs

Pet waste removal company builds active Chicago NW suburbs client base; DuPage and Will County expansion planned spring 2027 CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clean Yard LLC, a professional dog waste removal service …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 15:11 GMT

Humpty Dump Roll-Offs & Dumpsters Publishes Commercial Dumpster Rental Guide for Aurora Businesses

COMMERCE CITY, CO, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humpty Dump Roll-Offs & Dumpsters, a commercial and construction dumpster rental provider serving the Greater Denver area, has published new guidance titled “Guide to …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 14, 2026 - 14:01 GMT

Clean Yard Expands Dog Waste Removal Service to Spring Hill and Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Franklin-based pet waste removal company extends Nashville-area coverage to serve residential subscribers in Williamson and Rutherford counties FRANKLIN, TN, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clean Yard LLC, a professional dog …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 13:45 GMT

National Fleet Services Celebrates 30 Years as Demand Grows for OEM-Authorized Fleet Upfitting Services

Family-owned upfitting company marks three decades of growth, OEM-authorized capabilities and trusted fleet partnerships across four locations DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Fleet Services (NFS), a …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on July 13, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

Water-Wastewater Treatment Market To Reach $657.12 Billion By 2030 Driven By Expanding Industry Demand

The Business Research Company’s Water-Wastewater Treatment Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The water-wastewater treatment …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 05:11 GMT

Banned chemicals continue to endanger environmental health in the Middle East and North Africa

A class of man-made chemicals formerly used as flame retardants in a wide range of products continues to pose a significant threat to environmental health. SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on July 10, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Pedro's Plumbing Marks 25 Years of Service to Los Angeles County Homeowners

Pedro's Plumbing celebrates 25 years serving LA County homeowners - licensed, Spanish-speaking, water heater specialists offering free estimates. PICO RIVERA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pedro's Plumbing, a …

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