Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS)'s Director of Sustainability Joy Rifkin transitioned from teaching science in public schools to leading sustainability efforts at LRS, where she uses her background in education and data-driven action to drive waste diversion initiatives.
Heidelberg Materials North America announced that it has acquired certain assets of Concrete Crushers Inc. (CCI), the largest concrete recycler in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The transaction includes a recycled aggregates yard in southeast Calgary and a contract crushing business with four mobile plants.
As regulatory agencies and municipal governments identify the need to keep organics out of landfills to reduce methane generation, construction and demolition (C&D) recyclers have seen an opportunity to collect that material, process it and market the resulting products.
Machinex, a leader in sorting technologies has announced the launch of the new SamurAI® Optima™ sorting robot – Next-Gen Precision in a Compact Design. Engineered to be the most space-efficient model in the Machinex robot series, the Optima™ features redesigned components that deliver full-speed performance and effortless integration.
TOMRA has launched its latest generation X-TRACT unit for precise separation of wood waste.
The new X-TRACT harnesses the power of X-Ray Transmission (XRT) technology to detect and separate wood waste from impurities like inert materials, metals, heavy plastic and glass based on atomic density. The sorting system is capable of processing up to 33.6 tons of wood chips per hour, depending on material conditions like moisture content and grain size, and comes with a 16,000-hour warranty on critical components.
Coffee County Environmental Services
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Promoting Sustainability for the Next Generation
Coffee County Environmental Services is dedicated to deliver exceptional customer service to Coffee County, AL, residents through efficient waste collection and responsible disposal practices of solid waste, landfill, and more. The Environmental Services team is committed to providing environmentally safe solutions that enhance the quality of life in their community and promote sustainability for future generations.
Alterra IOS and Eco Materials have announced the completion and “grand opening” of a $40 million soil remediation and materials washing facility on the south side of Philadelphia.
The new MRF, which can handle 250,000 tons per year, now has the largest capacity of all WM’s recycling centers. That capacity is necessary to serve major cities such as Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
ReSource Waste Services
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Leading the Way in Sustainable Waste Recycling
ReSource Waste Services is the largest processor of construction and demolition (C&D) waste materials in the New England region. With facilities across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, ReSource Waste Services is committed to recovering valuable materials and diverting them from landfills through innovative recycling and processing techniques. Their dedication to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and supporting a circular economy makes them a leader in sustainable waste solutions for both communities and businesses. Thank you to ReSource Waste Services for supporting CDRA and advancing the responsible management and recycling of construction and demolition materials.
Join us in celebrating Terri Ward, CDRA Executive Director and winner of the Women Who Inspire award, as well as Brock Hill, CDRA Executive Committee member and winner of the 40 Under 40 award. Also, let's recognize other Waste360 Award winners from CDRA member companies: Interstate Waste, LRS, Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery, Van Dyk, WM, and Waste Pro!
Sky Quarry has entered into a letter-of-intent (LOI) with Southwind RAS LLC. to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing shingle recycling in the Chicagoland area.
CDE is hosting an Open House event in partnership with Freehaven Materials on Wednesday, May 14 at 150TPH C&D Waste Wash Plant in Brookhaven, NY.
Owens Corning takes a significant step toward diverting shingles from landfills, announcing the completion of a commercial-scale trial to manufacture shingles using extracted asphalt from recycled shingles.
Nexwaste has acquired Austin, TX area waste businesses Recon, Rockin Disposal and Mobile Magic, signaling a move to expand the company's reach in Texas.
Northstar secures 15-year lease extension for its Empower Delta shingle recycling facility in Delta, British Columbia. This extension will support Northstar’s long-term growth and allow for the retrofit of the facility into a commercial-scale operation.
Lautenbach Recycling has announced the addition of Tony Rounds as its new Business Development Manager.
Tony brings decades of recycling industry experience and a wealth of knowledge to his new role at Lautenbach.
GIE Media opens registration for Scrap Expo 2025. The event, in its fourth year, returns to Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 16-17 and brings together scrap metal dealers, processors, auto dismantlers and other industry professionals to experience the latest equipment innovations and build valuable business connections.
The Construction & Demolition Recycling Association’s annual conference and exhibition highlights innovation and actionable insights in construction and demolition recycling.
Fire Rover, a leader in remote fire detection and suppression technology, today announced its innovative Continuous Flow Primary System has earned FM Approvals certification after rigorous testing to seven critical fire safety standards.
With the growing demand for more efficient and sustainable recycling solutions, three new Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) have recently come online, each designed to enhance local recycling efforts and material recovery. The latest facility began operations just two weeks ago, marking another step forward in optimizing waste processing. Developed in collaboration with the City of Phoenix, Republic Services, and Interstate Waste Services (IWS), these three projects integrate advanced sorting technologies to improve efficiency, increase recovery rates, and support long-term sustainability goals.
