Recent advances in recycling technology are finally giving black rigid plastic packaging a better shot at being recovered rather than tossed. Black plastics (like food trays, coffee lids, and cosmetic tubs) have long been excluded from most U.S. residential recycling programs because standard near-infrared sorters can’t reliably detect them on conveyor belts. Newer systems, including […]
Anthropologie is finding new life for something most retailers throw away: plastic poly bags. Through a partnership with WM, more than 60,000 pounds of plastic packaging have been collected from over 200 stores and recycled into reusable materials. The effort combines innovation and logistics — transforming a waste stream into a new source of value. […]
WM’s High Acres Landfill in Fairport, New York, owns the ball fields adjacent to the landfill, where over 5,000 local families and children can enjoy a variety of youth sports. The High Acres Sports Complex is a state-of-the-art space for youth football, baseball, and box lacrosse. WM provides these facilities at no cost and fulfill […]
Safety isn’t just a priority at WM—it’s a core value that guides every decision, from the boardroom to the driver’s seat. With thousands of employees working in high-risk roles, WM’s goal is simple: everyone gets home safe, every day. Through enhanced training programs, technology-driven systems, and proactive safety metrics, WM continues to outperform industry standards […]
WM of New Hampshire’s Turnkey Landfill recently completed the installation of a plaque commemorating a Native American who lived and died near Company property in Rochester NH. In early 2024, Turnkey staff was approached by descendants of the Pennacook people about installing a plaque to honor Willanowit (also known as “Blind Will”) who was a […]
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