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Published on 15:48 GMT

State Highlights: Cities Pitted Against States In Paid Sick Leave Debate; D.C.’s Initiative To Staff 911 Centers With ...

Media outlets report on news from D.C., Missouri, California, Virginia, Ohio, Texas, Kansas, Florida, Wisconsin and Georgia. Stateline: As More Cities Push For Paid Sick Leave, States Push Back In the last three years, a dozen states have banned …

Source: kaiserhealthnews.org
Published on 12:45 GMT

The Energy 202: North Carolina floods thrust Trump coal...

Dino Grandoni, The Washington Post Published 5:13 am PDT, Monday, September 24, 2018 Emissions rise from the Duke Energy Corp. coal-fired Asheville Power Plant ahead of Hurricane Florence in Arden, N.C., on Sept. 13, 2018. Emissions rise from the Duke …

Source: SF Gate
Published on 06:18 GMT

Barrick and Randgold Combine to Create Industry-Leading Gold Investment Vehicle

All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:ABX)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) today announced that it has reached agreement on the terms of a …

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Published on 12:13 GMT

Brands Taking Stands: A Movement or a Moment?

NORTHAMPTON, Mass., Sep. 24 /CSRwire/ - Athletes, chefs, and CEOs are among those speaking out on environmental, social, and political issues, prompting a 3BL Media Town Hall sponsored by MSL that will examine whether the Brands Taking StandsTM …

Source: CSRwire.com
Published on Sep 22, 2018

Toronto and 22 Other Cities Pledge Commitment to Advancing Towards Zero Waste

This month Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and twenty other cities around the world have pledged to halve the amount of waste they send to landfills and incineration. Cumulatively, by 2030, this will prevent disposing up to 87 million tons of waste. The …

Source: Axcess News
Published on Sep 18, 2018

Consumer Group Fights Proposed Nuclear Waste Project In New Mexico

ROSWELL, N.M. (AP) — A national consumer advocacy group is joining the fight against a proposed nuclear waste storage site in southeastern New Mexico The Roswell Daily Record reports the Washington, D.C.-based Public Citizen announced last week it had …

Source: KRWG
Published on Sep 18, 2018

Consumer group fights New Mexico nuclear waste project

ROSWELL, N.M. (AP) - A national consumer advocacy group is joining the fight against a proposed nuclear waste storage site in southeastern New Mexico The Roswell Daily Record reports the Washington, D.C.-based Public Citizen announced last week it had …

Source: NewsChannel 10
Published on Sep 20, 2018

County offers opportunity to dispose of residential hazardous waste

The city of New Braunfels and Comal County are hosting a household hazardous waste collection event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 13 in the City Hall parking lot, 550 Landa Street in New Braunfels. The event is open to all city and county residents …

Source: The New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
Published on Sep 11, 2018

Stricter Chinese Recycling Rules Make It Harder to Dispose of Waste in NJ

Credit: Creative Commons A child sits atop unusable recycled materials in China. Recycling is getting a lot more complicated, a trend that is spiking costs and leaving reams of paper, plastics and other recyclables to pile up in warehouses, or worse, in …

Source: NJ Spotlight
Published on Sep 14, 2018

Paint recycling drop-off event is Saturday in Yreka

It is illegal to dump cans containing wet paint. It is illegal to dump cans containing wet paint. Not only is it toxic in landfills, it’s also a waste of recyclable material, said Daria Kent, the Northern California regional coordinator of PaintCare. She …

Source: Siskiyou Daily News
Published on Sep 22, 2018

More headaches as Florence's waters overtake toxic pits and hog lagoons

In sunnier times, Lake Sutton in North Carolina is a popular fishing spot. A visitors' guide says anglers who head to the man-made lake "will likely reel in bass, beam, catfish and crappie from the on-site pier." But hopefully no coal ash. …

Source: STLtoday.com
Published on Sep 22, 2018

Can science build a better burger?

This isn’t as extreme as if the federal government had decided to regulate time travel. But it’s almost as surprising. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking the first step toward rules for growing nutritious, delicious, juicy meat in labs, not …

Source: ScienceNews.org
Published on Aug 21, 2018

Kinderhook Backed Gold Medal Group Acquires Solid Waste Management And Resource Recovery Facility In Philadelphia

Company sees opportunity to transform the site into an "Eco-Park" to provide the City of Philadelphia with additional sustainable disposal services Deptford, NJ /PRNewswire/ - Gold Medal Group, and its wholly-owned subsidiaries ( …

Source: Solid Waste.com
Published on Sep 21, 2018

Fun in NoCo this week features books, music, art and more

Pulitzer Prize winning author Anthony Doerr will talk about his novel, "All the light we cannot see," on Monday, Sept. 24, as part of Loveland Loves to Read. (Todd Meier / Special to the Reporter-Herald) This week brings events featuring …

Source: ReporterHerald.com
Published on Sep 20, 2018

SHU graduate students take on high level internships

Posted By Daniel D'Amico on Sep 19, 2018 Graduate students in the School of Diplomacy and International Relations’ Master’s program are taking on high-level internships and preparing for their futures ahead of them. Photo via Twitter/@SetonHall …

Source: Setonian
Published on Sep 2, 2018

Biodegradable plastics offer new options for disposal

Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 31(ANI): How easy would life become if the plastic you threw in your household composting bin start producing power for your home? Researchers have taken a step toward this futuristic scenario by showing that certain blends of …

Source: China News
Published on Aug 14, 2018

This Two Billion Year-Old Natural Reactor May Hold The Key To Safe Nuclear Waste Disposal

The Oklo-reactor in Gabon, Africa is one of the most intriguing geological formations found on planet Earth. Here, naturally occurring fissile materials in two billion year-old rocks have sustained a slow nuclear fission reaction like that found in a …

Source: Forbes
Published on Aug 29, 2018

23 cities to avoid disposal of 87 mn tonnes of waste by 2030

New York, Aug 29 (IANS) Twenty-three pioneering cities and regions have committed to significantly cut the amount of waste they generate, accelerating them on the path toward zero waste. By signing C40’s Advancing Towards Zero Waste Declaration on Tuesday …

Source: Can India News
Published on Sep 19, 2018

‘It Only Matters What You Answer To’: The JFP Interview with Mike Espy

Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Mike Espy served as the U.S. secretary of agriculture under President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 1994. He is pictured at his office and campaign headquarters in Jackson. Photo by Ashton Pittman. JACKSON — On every wall of U.S …

Source: Jackson Free Press

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Published on September 24, 2018 - 15:36 GMT

S’WELL PARTNERS WITH THE NYC MAYOR’S OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY TO HELP LAUNCH – BRING IT – A CAMPAIGN TO HELP YOUTH ...

New York, Sept. 24, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- S’well has partnered with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Sustainability (MOS) to help launch BRING IT, a City-led multi-channel campaign focused on helping New York City public school students and the …

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Published on September 24, 2018 - 11:00 GMT

Indorama Ventures and Loop Industries JV to Introduce New Era in Pet and Polyester Recycling

BANGKOK, Thailand, and MONTREAL, Sept. 24, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Indorama Ventures’ world-class manufacturing and Loop’s state-of-the-art recycling technology combined to invest in multi-billion dollar sustainable PET resin and polyester market …

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Published on September 21, 2018 - 19:39 GMT

California Straw Legislation Will Help Reduce Waste

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement supporting California’s adoption of AB 1884, which Governor Brown signed into law this week. The following statement may be attributed to …

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Published on September 20, 2018 - 19:38 GMT

Itronics President Dr. John Whitney Guest Speaker at Prestigious Resource Recovery Conference; Discusses Itronics’ ...

RENO, Nev., Sept. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itronics Inc. (OTC:ITRO), a diversified producer of GOLD’n GRO zinc fertilizers and silver products and a green “Zero Waste” technology development Company, is pleased to announce that Dr. John Whitney, its …

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Published on September 20, 2018 - 17:44 GMT

Canadian Plastics Industry Association Announces New Commitment to OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP®

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Sept. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Plastics Industry Association (CPIA), the national voice for and leader in plastics sustainability across Canada since 1943, is pleased to announce their new commitments to OPERATION …

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Published on September 17, 2018 - 11:03 GMT

Global Plastic Recycling Market to witness a CAGR of 6.5% during 2018-2024

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global plastic recycling market was valued at USD 36.7 billion in 2017 and is expected to reach USD 57.1 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 6.5% over the forecast period. The growth can be primarily attributed …

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Published on September 18, 2018 - 13:54 GMT

Surging Growth in Sales Foreseen of Automotive Plastic Bumper with Renascent Demand from Passenger Car Manufacturers in ...

Rockville, MD , Sept. 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Growth of automotive plastic bumper market continues to remain influenced with increasing vehicle production and sales in developed and emerging economies across the globe. Adoption of new technologies in …

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Published on September 17, 2018 - 11:00 GMT

Quest Resource Holding Corporation Introduces Natural Disaster Waste Management Recovery Program

THE COLONY, Texas, Sept. 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quest Resource Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: QRHC) (“Quest”), a national leader in environmental reuse, recycling, and disposal services, today announced the launch of a Natural Disaster Waste …

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Published on September 19, 2018 - 22:19 GMT

Green Publisher Offers Scholarship to Students Pursuing Environmental Careers

Provides $1,500 to at least one student per year, planning career in preservation or environmental sciences. EAST NORTHPORT, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, September 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yellow Pages Directory Inc., which operates its …

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Published on September 19, 2018 - 12:40 GMT

PK Safety Launch Revolutionary Stop ‘N’ Go Safety Gloves

YSTRAD MYNACH, COUNTY (OPTIONAL), UNITED KINGDOM, September 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PPE Supplier PK Safety are set to dramatically reduce reversing incidents and accidents in the waste collection and transfer sectors with the launch of …

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Published on September 19, 2018 - 12:39 GMT

norbloc hires Head of MENA and expands its Middle East team

DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, September 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dubai, September 17, 2018: norbloc, the regulatory blockchain application provider, has announced the appointment of Ian Norville as Head of MENA, bringing extensive …

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Published on September 19, 2018 - 12:00 GMT

ABM to Reduce Energy and Operating Costs for the City of Fremont, Ohio, by More Than $12 Million

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, has initiated an Energy Performance Contracting program for the City of Fremont, Ohio. ABM's customized solution is projected to save the City of …

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Published on September 17, 2018 - 20:15 GMT

ABM Industries to Present at the Sidoti & Company Fall 2018 Investor Conference on September 27

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, announced today that the Company will participate in the Sidoti & Company Fall 2018 Conference on Thursday, September 27, 2018 in New York City. …

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Published on September 14, 2018 - 12:30 GMT

Stericycle, Inc. Announces Completion of Mandatory Conversion

LAKE FOREST, Ill., Sept. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL) today announced that it has completed the mandatory conversion (the “Conversion”) of all of the Company’s 5.25% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (the “ …

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Published on September 13, 2018 - 09:50 GMT

ISWA World Congress 2018 in Kuala Lumpur

World Meet for Knowledge Transfer on Sustainable Consumption & Waste Management KUALA LUMPUR , SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, September 13, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 28th International Solid Waste Association World Congress which will be held for …

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Published on September 10, 2018 - 19:16 GMT

Petroleum Technology Research Centre Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation

Regina, Sept. 10, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Petroleum Technology Research Centre, the province of Saskatchewan’s premiere research organization for the funding and support of innovative technologies for the oil and gas industry, is celebrating its 20th …

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Published on September 7, 2018 - 19:59 GMT

Consumers Beware: Yellow Pages Goes Green® Warns of Ongoing Yellow Pages Invoice Scam

Small businesses are being targeted by a unique and dangerous scam; paper invoice solicitations sent by postal mail. EAST NORTHPORT, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a nationwide coalition of State …

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Published on September 7, 2018 - 13:29 GMT

Tarps Now Continues Rapid Growth with Expansion of Heavy Duty Tarp Products

Company Expands of Product Offerings of Industrial Grade Heavy Duty Tarps and Coverings ST. JOSEPH, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Based upon rapid sales growth and best of breed customer service, Tarps Now® …

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Published on September 7, 2018 - 13:02 GMT

6 Key Reasons to Attend the 13th Annual Sell-out Series on Energy From Waste

6 Key Reasons to Attend the 13th Annual Sell-out Series on Energy From Waste LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EfW Policy and The Waste Hierarchy: Don't miss the opening keynote from Dawn Woodward, Deputy …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 20:20 GMT

ABM Names Don Colleran to its Board of Directors

NEW YORK, Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Don Colleran, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, FedEx Corporation, as an …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 20:15 GMT

ABM Industries Announces Results for Third Quarter Fiscal 2018

Reports Record Third Quarter Revenues of $1.6 billion GAAP Continuing EPS of $0.51; Adjusted Continuing EPS of $0.57 Reaffirms Fiscal 2018 Guidance Outlook Declaration of 210th Consecutive Quarterly Dividend NEW YORK, Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 20:05 GMT

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. Announces a Permit Expansion at the Clinton County Landfill

RUTLAND, Vt., Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CWST), a regional solid waste, recycling and resource management services company, announced that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”) …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 20:03 GMT

Casella Waste Systems Acquires Two Businesses in Rochester, New York - Youngblood Disposal and Silvarole Transfer

RUTLAND, Vt., Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CWST), a regional vertically integrated solid waste, recycling and resource management services company, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Youngblood …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 20:02 GMT

Stericycle to Participate in Barrington Research Conference in September

LAKE FOREST, Ill., Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL) will participate in the 11th Annual Barrington Research Fall Conference in Chicago with Chief Financial Officer Dan Ginnetti hosting investor meetings on Thursday, …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 18:27 GMT

CORRECTION: NFWF announces $1.5 million in grants to reduce derelict fishing gear along U.S. coastlines

Washington DC, Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced seven grants totaling $1.5 million to reduce derelict fishing gear – lost, abandoned or discarded in the marine environment – in targeted …

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Published on September 6, 2018 - 14:00 GMT

NFWF announces $1.5 million in grants to reduce derelict fishing gear along U.S. coastlines

Washington DC, Sept. 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced seven grants totaling $1.5 million to reduce derelict fishing gear – lost, abandoned or discarded in the marine environment – in targeted …

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Published on September 5, 2018 - 10:30 GMT

Cascade Ranks in Top 200 Environmental Firms

Company recognized for revenue and growth for fifth consecutive year BOTHELL, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, September 5, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cascade Environmental (“Cascade”) is proud to share the prestigious recognition of Top 200 …

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Published on September 5, 2018 - 14:30 GMT

DC Trash Rebrands as DeKalb County Recycling Systems

CHICAGO, Sept. 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS), the Midwest’s leading independent recycling and waste diversion provider, today announced effective immediately that DeKalb County-based DC Trash of Illinois, LRS’ sixth …

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Mastering Renewable & Alternative Energies - Singapore

Date: 06-Nov-18 to 09-Nov-18

Location: Singapore / Singapore

Mastering Renewable & Alternative Energies http://www.infocusinternational.com/renewable Dates & Locations: 4 – 7 September 2018, Johannesburg 6 – 9 November 2018, Singapore Overview The course is designed to provide clear, independent and business-focused guidance on market opportunity and risk to those deploying, investing in or regulating renewable power projects. It is presented in language suited to non-engineering commercial executives and investors, so no prior knowledge is assumed or required. Presented throughout in an interactive and market-focused way, the course connects the multiple market environment factors that need to align in order that renewable power can scale up and integrate: from the business, system and policy environment to the project ...

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