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Why Lithium Battery-Ion Safety and Proper Disposal Matter More than Ever
2026-01-21 11:30:00| Waste Age
Lithium-ion batteries power everyday life, but improper use and disposal can lead to dangerous fires. Simple safety habits and responsible recycling can dramatically reduce risks across homes, vehicles, and the waste stream.
Category: Energy and Environment
New Jersey Passes Strongest Skip the Stuff Law in the U.S. to Limit Single-Use Plastics
2026-01-21 08:15:26| Waste Age
Yesterday, now-former Gov. Phil Murphy signed New Jerseys Skip the Stuff bill (S-3195/A-5157) before the end of his term.
Category: Energy and Environment
AMP Named to 2026 Global Cleantech 100
2026-01-20 13:45:00| Waste Age
AMP Robotics Corporation (AMP), a leading provider of high-technology sorting solutions for the waste and recycling industry, has been named to Cleantech Groups 2026 Global Cleantech 100 for the seventh consecutive year as well as the Hall of Fame.
Category: Energy and Environment
Environmental Products Group Marks 25 Years of Excellence
2026-01-20 13:30:00| Waste Age
Environmental Products Group (EPG), a trusted leader in infrastructure and municipal maintenance equipment, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Category: Energy and Environment
Waste World Episode 50: Todd Thomas on Zero Wood Waste and the Future of AI-Driven Infrastructure
2026-01-20 13:00:00| Waste Age
In this episode of the Waste World podcast, Gage Edwards is joined by Todd Thomas to examine how AI-driven growth is reshaping waste measurement, material recovery, and private-sector climate leadership. The conversation focuses on why 2026 is shaping up to be a turning point for construction sustainability.
Category: Energy and Environment
How Sortera is Cracking the Mixed Aluminum Scrap Code
2026-01-20 12:00:00| Waste Age
U.S. metals mills are hungry for aluminum, but supplies are lagging. Total annual consumption was just under 12 million tons in 2024, falling short of demand by about 4 million tons. And that demand for feed keeps climbing. One huge rolling mill just launched in 2025, with another set to start up this year.
Category: Energy and Environment
New $6M Grant Round Opens for Western Australia
2026-01-20 06:14:30| Waste Age
A new grant round has been opened for Western Australia (WA) by the Recycling Modernization Fund (RMF), making up to $6 million available.
Category: Energy and Environment
E-Waste Recycling Contract Extended in Mesa County, CO
2026-01-20 04:25:26| Waste Age
A one-year contract has been approved in Mesa County, Colo., that will see electric waste recycling continue at the Hazardous Waste Collection Facility.
Category: Energy and Environment
University of Birmingham Opens Rare Earth Magnet Recycling Facility
2026-01-16 15:09:41| Waste Age
A new rare earth magnet recycling facility has opened at the University of Birmingham, reducing the UKs reliance on imported critical minerals.
Category: Energy and Environment
Pensacola, FL May Move Recycling Site Due to Illegal Dumping
2026-01-16 15:06:39| Waste Age
A Pensacola, Fla. drop-off recycling location is considering a move due to illegal dumping.
Category: Energy and Environment