The multi-billion-dollar question of who will pay to clean up the invisible chemical contaminants now found in nearly every corner of the nation is pitting public utilities against corporate giants in a high-stakes legal and legislative battle. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of
With extensive experience in energy management and utilities, Christopher Hailstone offers a unique perspective on the complex interplay of infrastructure, municipal policy, and corporate strategy. As New York City embarks on one of the most ambitious overhauls of its commercial waste system, we
Samoa has embarked on a transformative journey to redefine its relationship with waste, moving decisively beyond traditional disposal methods to champion a comprehensive circular economy. This ambitious national strategy is a direct response to the escalating pressures of the "triple planetary
A seemingly harmless act, tossing an old electronic device into a recycling bin, is increasingly sparking a dangerous and costly crisis within the nation's waste management infrastructure. As our reliance on portable electronics grows, so does the number of lithium-ion batteries powering everything
The festive period between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day often brings a significant environmental toll, with the average family's household waste increasing by an astonishing 25 percent during this time. This surge is driven by a combination of shipping materials from online shopping, single-use
The immense challenge of recycling expanded polystyrene foam, known for its bulky yet lightweight composition that makes it notoriously difficult and expensive to process, has long plagued municipal waste management systems. A groundbreaking initiative in southeast Nebraska is now tackling this
