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Who's that rifling in the trash? San Francisco's cart inspectors
In most cities, if a person were to look out a window and see a group of people rifling through trash cans, it would be cause for alarm. But in San Francisco, it's just a typical garbage day. Full Story »
Editorial: Big Brother in San Francisco?
A look into San Francisco's cart inspection program reveals what might be one of the most effective recycling outreach ideas ever. Full Story »
Vermont e-waste recycling program successful in first year
Vermont has collected over 4.8 million pounds of recyclable electronic devices in the first year of a statewide initiative to divert e-waste from landfills, according to a news release from the Northeast Resource Recovery Association, Vermont's recycling partner. Full Story »
More trash in Portland's recycling with reduced garbage pickups
Sanitation workers in Portland, Oregon, have seen an increase in trash in recycling bins since the city reduced its garbage pickups. Full Story »
Arlington, Texas, to start automated curbside recycling program
The city of Arlington, Texas will begin rolling out new 65-gallon recycling carts to residents on May 20, as part of a new automated recycling program, according to a city news release. Full Story »
Atlanta recycling tonnage increases 55% with new program
The city of Atlanta reported a 55% recycling increase since distributing new 96-gallon recycling carts to its residents, earning an additional $28,000 per month in revenue from the recyclables. Full Story »
Update: Chicago, Coca-Cola team up for new carts
Chicago, Coca-Cola and Keep America Beautiful announced a grant program to support the city's expansion of single-stream recycling. Full Story »
Rome, N.Y., sees reduction in garbage at the curb
City's mayor says he wants to increase Rome's low recycling rate with bigger carts and an educational campaign. Full Story »
Utah city to offer voluntary curbside recycling
All residents in Roy, Utah, will have the option to recycle curbside this August. Full Story »
Mandatory recycling law passes in Salem, Massachusetts
Residents will get up to five warnings before receiving a $25 fine. Full Story »
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