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Recycling // Waste Industry

Why U.S. Cities Are Ending Single-Stream Recycling

After 30 years in place, some cities in the United States are ending single-stream recycling programs in favor of dual-stream and multi-stream systems.

Ryan Deer | Jul 8, 2021 11:07:39 AM

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Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

These Items Don’t Belong In Your Recycling

Through contamination and the act of “wishcycling”, we’re tossing nonrecyclable items known for causing downtime and cost increases into our recycling bins.

Ryan Deer | Apr 14, 2021 5:06:22 PM

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Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

What is Wishcycling?

In this blog post, we define wishcycling, the impacts it has on the recycling industry, and what steps you can take to break the habit.

Ryan Deer | Apr 1, 2021 12:04:01 PM

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Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

APIs: How Your Waste Bill Can Double in 5 Years

Annual price increases are standard practice in the waste industry. But as transportation, landfill fees, and taxes rise, your business's bill could double.

Ryan Deer | Mar 11, 2021 11:55:21 AM

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Thought Leadership // Waste Industry // Environment

Landfills: We're Running Out of Space

Americans send nearly 150 million tons of trash to landfills each year instead of recycling it. Are we running out of space?

Ryan Deer | Mar 4, 2021 11:58:13 AM

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Thought Leadership // Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

How to Recycle in America

The majority of Americans admit they're guessing when it comes to recycling. But becoming a better recycler is simple if you follow three important lessons.

Ryan Deer | Feb 3, 2021 5:23:00 PM

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Thought Leadership // Waste Industry

5 Sustainability Headlines You May Have Missed

We’re rounding up some of the latest sustainability news and highlighting helpful takeaways from each to inspire your business to get involved!

Shelby Bell | Nov 6, 2020 9:13:30 AM

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Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

What Is A Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)?

Everything you need to know about material recovery facilities, and how RoadRunner's approach to recycling eliminates the need for them altogether!

Shelby Bell | Oct 15, 2019 3:56:41 PM

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Knowledge Base // Waste Industry

Baler vs Compactor: Which Is Right For Your Business

Read to learn about the differences between balers and compactors and the steps you should take to determine which one is right for your business.

Shelby Bell | Jul 9, 2019 11:53:22 AM

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