The camaraderie in the waste and recycling sector is what makes the industry stand out from others. Collaborating and sharing ideas across companies, governments and supply chains has helped the United States progress in its circular initiatives. This week in waste, discover the changemakers and innovators creating change and positive environmental impact.

May 27, 2022

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Collaborating and sharing ideas across companies, governments and supply chains has helped the United States progress in its circular initiatives. This week in waste, discover the changemakers and innovators creating change and positive environmental impact.

1. Photo Gallery: WasteExpo 2022 Flashbacks
Waste360 Staff

From the Welcome Reception kicking off at the Allegiant Stadium, to many, many steps walked on the show floor, and lots of knowledge shared throughout the conferences, WasteExpo was once again a success! Check out this gallery to see what all happened during WasteExpo! 

View the gallery here.

2. Episode 151: Rising Leaders Talk Trash
Liz Bothwell

In this episode of NothingWasted!, we bring you insights from some of our Waste360 40 Under 40 winners. You will learn from Will D. Goode, COO, Goode Companies of Florida; Terrill Haigler, CEO YaFavTrashman, LLC; Ryan Melsert, CEO/CTO, American Battery Technology Company; and Georgia Sherwin, communications and strategy director, Closed Loop Partners. These rising leaders shared their perspectives on where the waste industry is headed; how we can tackle some of the biggest challenges; the role of technology, social justice, and more.

Listen to the podcast here.

3. Episode 12: Let's Talk about Reducing Waste
Liz Bothwell

This week, you will hear from Charlotte as she talks through systems where cities have residents pay for trash and recycling by the amounts generated, lightweight packaging, and innovative programs for reusing packaging that come online in the recent years. 

Watch the video here.

4. Video: WasteExpo 2022 Highlights
Waste360 Staff

WasteExpo was a success in Las Vegas! In case you missed the show this year or want to relive the show, watch our WasteExpo 2022 highlight video.

5. Bioplastics and Human Behavior: A Real-World Study
EREF Staff

Plastic waste has led the global conversation on recycling and solid waste for decades. Bioplastics are a plastic derived from biological substances, and can be an effective alternative in reducing the environmental impacts of plastic usage.

Read the article here.

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