Truck overturns and blocks access ramp of João Leme dos Santos Highway in Votorantim
A truck carrying recyclable materials overturned, blocking an access ramp on the João Leme dos Santos Highway in Votorantim, São Paulo.
Selective collection campaign receives recyclable materials in the Civic Center until February 27
A recycling collection campaign is taking place at the Civic Center in Boa Vista, Brazil, accepting various recyclable materials from February 23 to 27.
Fire hits recycling company and destroys nearly 6 tons of materials in Lucélia
A fire at a recycling company in Lucélia, Brazil, destroyed approximately 6 tons of recyclable materials, although no injuries were reported.
Fire consumes cooperative warehouse with recyclable materials in the interior of SP
A fire destroyed a cooperative warehouse in Ilha Solteira, São Paulo, designated for storing recyclable materials, but no injuries were reported.
Binman shares reason your recycling isn't being taken away – it's not his fault
A refuse collector explains that improper sorting of recyclable materials is often the reason why homeowners find their recycling bins not emptied.
Cemex bets on startup that converts waste into clean energy
Cemex Ventures has announced an investment in Waste to Energy Advanced Solutions (WtEnergy), a startup focused on converting non-recyclable solid waste and biomass into clean energy.
Out of revenge, man sets fire to rival's car, discovers he confused vehicles and ends up arrested
A 20-year-old recyclable collector was arrested after mistakenly setting fire to the wrong car in Presidente Prudente, with a 16-year-old accomplice still at large.
Aldi's innovative new wine bottle design leaves shoppers divided over 1 issue
Aldi's new slimline recyclable wine bottles have sparked a debate among shoppers and received commentary from wine expert Candace Strickland.
After accident with collector in Tupã, Environment Secretary reinforces the importance of proper disposal; check it out
A recyclable collector was injured in Tupã, SP, due to improper disposal of glass, prompting the Environment Secretary to emphasize the need for safe packaging of sharp materials.
Here are the world's best at waste: 'We dare to say that'
Tekniska Verken inaugurates Northern Europe's most advanced residual waste sorting facility in Gärstad, Linköping, which can automatically sort five recyclable materials from household waste.
Environment Secretary emphasizes the need for proper waste disposal
A recyclable material collector suffered a severe leg injury from improperly discarded glass shards in Tupã, highlighting the dangers faced by waste collectors.
Binman warns recycling 'won't be collected' if 1 piece of packaging is spotted inside
A binman has cautioned that recycling may not be collected if any incorrect packaging is found mixed in with recyclable materials.
Tari, revolution underway: here’s what changes with the introduction of the waste fee
Italy is set for a pivotal change in 2026 as more municipalities adopt the Pay-as-You-Throw waste fee system, which charges residents based on the amount of non-recyclable waste they produce.