January saw flat paper exports but lower plastic volume
China consumed more U.S.-generated scrap fiber than any other country in January. Meanwhile, on the plastics side, U.S. exports hit a 14-year low. 14-year low for plastics Overall, the U.S. exported 121.5 million pounds of scrap plastic in January. That’s … Continue Reading→ The post January saw flat paper exports but lower
Nestlé Waters CEO: 100% packaging recovery is possible
The post Nestlé Waters CEO: 100% packaging recovery is possible appeared first on Resource Recycling News. The leader of one of the world’s largest bottle water businesses recently detailed the company’s recycling strategy, noting it supports deposit legislation and other steps to boost supply. Nestlé Waters North America began moving into
Erema says PET recycling equipment sales soaring
European technology provider reports strong interest for PET recycling systems in North America.Continue Reading→
Waste Connections reports acquisitions in 7 states, with more to come
During the company’s Q1 call, executives said they’re ready to pick up any Advanced Disposal divestments and have stopped counting on Asian export markets for recycling.Continue Reading→
Republic still very much ‘in the hunt’ for acquisitions, outpacing 2019 plan
Advanced Disposal may not have been the right fit, but executives remain actively engaged in M&A. They also covered recycling turnaround plans, rising landfill costs and more during the company’s Q1 earnings call.Continue Reading→
ISRI2019: Uncertainty clouds copper outlook – Recycling Today
ISRI2019: Uncertainty clouds copper outlook Recycling TodaySpeakers during the Spotlight on Copper see an uncertain future for copper scrap fueled by political and regulatory issues.Continue Reading→
Why one California facility gladly processes mixed plastics and MRF residuals
Titus MRF Services has been running a prototype of its “secondary MRF” concept in Los Angeles for years and aspires to build a network of facilities along the West Coast. Continue Reading→
Is it the right time to avoid risk?
The Houston-based Mobius Risk Group says available steel and ferrous scrap futures contracts can protect profit margins and cash flow.Continue Reading→
Buffalo, N.Y., Begins Talks of Polystyrene Ban
Lawmakers in Buffalo are considering a ban like New York City’s foam food packaging ban.Continue Reading→
Earth Day 2019: SWANA Challenges Communities to Improve Recycling
This year, SWANA will celebrate Earth Day with a variety of live and online tools to engage the public with recycling properly.Continue Reading→
