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Researchers find faster, cleaner way to extract gold from electronics
WEBFeb 4, 2016 · Researchers at University of Saskatchewan in Canada have found a cheap, fast, and environmentally-friendly way to extract gold from materials while producing re-usable waste — a technology that might have potential to turn e-waste to gold, literally. There are two standard methods for extracting gold from electronic scraps: burning off the ...
Mapping zero waste cities: Where local governments are pursuing …
WEBNov 30, 2022 · Progress: The city’s baseline was 3.6 million tons of waste disposed in 2005 from the residential sector. In FY2022, New York disposed of 3.16 million tons of waste.. References: One New York Plan (2015) Department of Sanitation Strategic Plan Progress Report (2018) Policies and programs: New York announced its zero waste targets in 2015 as part of a multifaceted sustainability plan, though ...
Home soda machines reveal circular economy potential - Waste Dive
WEBOct 28, 2020 · Similar to propane tanks, or beer kegs, the relatively high cost of purchasing CO 2 cylinders new versus the lower refill cost makes the expenses associated with reverse logistics required to keep them in circulation worthwhile. And unlike with drink bottles made of glass or plastic, incentives are provided to consumers by companies (in the form of discounts or rebates) to ensure cylinders are ...
Waste Management to acquire Advanced Disposal Services for $4.9B
WEBApr 15, 2019 · Both companies’ boards have unanimously approved the transaction, which is expected to involve a Waste Management subsidiary acquiring all outstanding shares of Advanced for $33.15 per share in cash. When factoring in $1.9 billion of net debt, the deal is said to be valued at $4.9 billion. Pending regulatory approval, the deal is expected to ...
Tracking recycling laws by state - Waste Dive
WEBNov 16, 2022 · Washington governor signs law expanding food waste donation and recycling requirements. HB 2301. The bill, signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on March 28, enacts several new measures to support the state’s organics diversion goals. The state previously set a goal to reduce food waste by 50% by 2030, among other organics goals.
Wheelabrator debuts WIN Waste Innovations brand following …
WEBMar 22, 2021 · Wheelabrator Technologies is acquiring Tunnel Hill Partners and will rebrand as WIN Waste Innovations, with a projected $1 billion annual revenue run rate. A public brand launch is planned for April 20. The deal will be complete following the closing of a corporate debt refinancing, expected to happen March 25.
Bio-based packaging companies say mushrooms and seaweed are …
WEBSep 6, 2022 · Dive Insight: Bio-based packaging isn’t new, but companies in the sphere today are making the case that packaging made from natural components is a circular economy-oriented solution to climate change that reduces reliance on fossil fuels while offering products as durable as their plastic counterparts.
What does ‘recycling’ actually mean? - Waste Dive
WEBApr 3, 2019 · Solid Waste Association of North America: ″ [Recycling is] the collection, sorting, marketing, processing, and transforming or remanufacturing of Recyclable Materials into Recycled Materials and Recycled Products, including marketing thereof; and the purchase and use of Recycled Products.” (Click here for SWANA’s full policy) “There has ...
How top waste companies are competing around M&A ... - Waste …
WEBMay 18, 2022 · Hoffman estimates the industry could see around $3 billion in spending by major companies this year, largely focused on small or medium deals, and valuations may have settled. Though, as executives and financial professionals noted throughout the week, the right assets can still command a premium price. “High cash-generative businesses ...