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Diggin’ Dallas: How 9 Simple Waste Digs May Sway Council’s Vote for a Commercial Recycling Ordinance
OVERVIEW: In August 2018, the Dallas City Council voted to approve a recycling ordinance for all multi-family dwellings with 8 units or more. By January 1, 2020, all affected multi-family properties must provide access to recycling for staff and tenants and provide educational training. Through a Meadows Foundation grant, Texas Campaign for the Environment…
Read MoreRecycling Returns: How China’s New Import Policies Affect Global Recycling
State and local governments in the US and around the world are in a tight spot regarding China’s recent policy updates on the quality of recyclable materials it imports. Businesses in places known for a culture of environmental stewardship, such as Oregon, are seeking waivers to dispose of recyclable materials that are no longer being…
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