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In this month's cover story, we take an in-depth look at the advantages route optimization software can afford your operation. Also this month: innovative approaches to landfill vectors like birds and blowing litter, the return of waste-to-energy, and an MRF in Seattle redesigned to handle single-stream recyclables.


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News Articles

Waste Management Opens C&D Recycling Center in Oregon

Jul 1, 2009 9:36 AM

The $10 million, 65,000-square-foot facility contains such environmentally friendly features. more...

San Francisco Mayor Signs Mandatory Recycling and Composting Legislation

Jun 30, 2009 9:43 AM

According to a press release from the mayor’s office, “while several other cities require recycling service and participation, San Francisco is the first city to require the collection of food scraps and other compostables.” more...

Republic Announces Second-Quarter Earnings Conference Call

Jun 29, 2009 5:02 PM

Phoenix-based Republic Services has scheduled an analyst conference call at 8:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, July 30. more...




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Columns

Legal Lode

Legal Lode: Jersey Boys

By Barry Shanoff

Mercer County is the setting for a new take on public-private partnerships. more...

Circular File

Circular File: Webslinging

By Chaz Miller

The Web has transformed many industries, including solid waste and recycling. more...

Safety First

Safety First: The Heat Is On

By David Biderman

It's summer, and waste employers and workers must guard against heat stress. more...

EIA Update

Driving It Home

By Thomas Metzger

EIA recognizes its 2009 Drivers of the Year. more...

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