In an era where plastic waste continues to pile up in landfills and oceans, a staggering statistic emerges: only a small fraction of plastic produced in North America is recycled into new products, highlighting the urgent need for robust demand for postconsumer resin (PCR) to close the loop in the
I'm thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in energy management and utilities, whose deep knowledge of renewable energy and grid reliability offers a unique perspective on environmental services and waste management. Today, we’ll dive into the latest performance of a
In a region where sustainable practices are becoming paramount, western Pennsylvania stands as a hub for innovative recycling efforts, grappling with the challenge of managing vast amounts of construction and demolition waste alongside scrap metal recovery. Amid this landscape, Michael Bros. Cos.,
What happens when the promise of millions in savings clashes with the specter of environmental harm? In the North East of England, a proposed waste incinerator at Teesworks near Grangetown, Redcar, has ignited a fierce debate. Known as the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF), this project
Overview of the Mexican Recycling Industry The Mexican recycling industry stands at a critical crossroads, grappling with external pressures that threaten its stability, particularly in the aluminum scrap sector, which processes millions of tons annually and serves as a backbone for manufacturing.
The recycled plastics market in the US faces a daunting reality: despite growing environmental awareness, the industry struggles to gain traction amid systemic barriers, and with millions of tons of plastic waste generated annually, only a small fraction is successfully recycled into new products.
