Sept. 5 - Design to boost recycling rates | EPA’s new rulemaking agenda

EPA’s new agenda includes actions on PFAS, incinerators and more; GFL’s infrastructure spinoff completes deal valuing business at nearly $3.1B; Landfill biogas sees steady growth, plus RNG news from Anaergia, Vanguard, Montauk Renewables

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Sept. 5, 2025 | Today’s news and insights for waste and recycling leaders

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ESG in the Waste & Recycling Industry

Amid growing scrutiny, the waste and recycling sector is intensifying efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions, with a focus on landfills, fleets, and recycling. Learn more.

To raise recycling rates, look to system design: SWANA

Tailored programs and systems that consider human habits can help boost recycling rates, said design engineers and landfill operators at SWANA’s Pennsylvania chapter conference.

EPA’s new agenda includes actions on PFAS, incinerators and more

In a calendar update, the federal agency announced timelines for many of its deregulatory priorities.

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GFL’s infrastructure spinoff completes deal valuing business at nearly $3.1B

A transaction finalized with Energy Capital Partners marks a significant milestone following the 2022 spinoff. GFL will receive a cash infusion through its minority stake.

Landfill biogas sees steady growth, plus RNG news from Anaergia, Vanguard, Montauk Renewables

Investment in landfill biogas capacity has topped $1 billion for two straight years. New policies drove announcements in August, including for shipping fuel.

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