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Disposable vapes are a major environmental and public safety hazard—non-recyclable, flammable, and classified as hazardous waste, yet marketed with casual disposability—causing thousands of fires, polluting ecosystems, and overwhelming waste infrastructure. California’s proposed Assembly Bill 762 offers a practical solution by banning these unmanageable products and requiring safer, reusable alternatives, shifting responsibility from workers and taxpayers to manufacturers. Californians Against Waste #commentary #vapes #waste #disposablevapes #california #legislation #EPR https://lnkd.in/gDEdUBTn

📢 Don't miss the latest episode of #WasteWorld! Join Stefanie Valentic and Gage Edwards for an insightful conversation with Andy Weins at #WasteExpo 2025. Listen in as the three chat about the importance of WasteExpo, industry opportunities at the show, and trending topics that everyone discussed throughout the week. 🎙️Listen now: https://utm.io/uinfQ

GFL Environmental Inc. reported a 12.5% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2025, driven by strong pricing and volume growth, with adjusted EBITDA rising to a record $426.1 million. The company also reduced its net leverage ratio to a historic low of 3.1x following the $5.9 billion sale of its Environmental Services division. #waste #recycling #earnings #outlook #tariffs https://lnkd.in/gW9DKCPP

🚨 CHECK OUT THE LATEST EPISODE OF WASTE WORLD ♻️ We're giving you the inside scoop on WasteExpo 2025 in Episode 22! Join Stefanie Valentic and Gage Edwards as they preview what’s in store for this year’s can't-miss event—from the hottest sessions to all the special events during the show, including the can’t-miss Welcome Party, and of course—Las Vegas! 👉 Listen now: https://utm.io/uikEA #WasteExpo

This Earth Day, haulers, recyclers, municipalities, and everyone involved in the waste and recycling industry are demonstrating their commitment to a better planet. #earthday #waste #recycling https://lnkd.in/gMQeE5h6

Every major or catastrophic fire in our industry makes it harder for responsible operators to convince insurers these fire risks can be effectively mitigated. With the continued uptick in improperly disposed batteries in our waste and recycling streams, as well as the lack of convenient drop-off locations for devices like vapes, this problem is unfortunately not going away anytime soon. #waste #recycling #fire #safety #vapes https://lnkd.in/gMAGVRnS

🎙️ New Episode Out Now! On this episode of Waste World, Stefanie Valentic & Gage Edwards are joined by Ryan Cooper, VP of Circular Economy Solutions at Rubicon, to dig into the global issue of food waste and how innovative solutions are driving change across the industry. 🌍♻️ From policy to tech to everyday habits—there’s something we can all do to make a difference. Don’t miss this insightful convo! 🎧 Listen now: https://utm.io/uif6m

🌍 Episode 20 of Waste World is here! In this episode, Stefanie Valentic and Gage Edwards sit down with Ryan Begin, CEO & Co-Founder of Divert, to dive into how his company is tackling food waste with cutting-edge solutions. From transforming waste into renewable energy to reshaping how businesses manage surplus food, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss! 🎧 Listen now: https://utm.io/uiesH

🚨 New Waste World episode out now! In Episode 19, we’re bringing you exclusive recaps from WWETT, EXPO West, and the EREF Summit! Join Stefanie Valentic & Gage Edwards as they recap key insights, emerging trends, and standout moments from these must-attend industry events. Stay in the know—listen now! 👉https://utm.io/uicrQ

Consumers are increasingly factoring packaging sustainability into their purchasing decisions, pushing food and beverage manufacturers to rethink materials and design. As regulatory policies evolve and industry stakeholders adapt, the shift toward a circular packaging economy is gaining momentum. #waste #recycling #packaging #foodandbeverage #sustainability