In This Issue:

1 | Call2Recycle seeks to collect single-use batteries under Vermont law

Representing a dozen battery manufacturers, battery stewardship organization Call2Recycle will submit to Vermont regulators a plan for the collection and recycling of single-use batteries.

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2 | Debate heats up on status of B.C.'s deposit program

Is the fate of North America's first bottle redemption program in question?

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3 | Composting chronicle

Napa, California will start a curbside composting program, and a nonprofit group in New York City is finding success with its drop-off model for organics collection. Get the details on these organics efforts in our composting roundup.

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4 | Resource Recycling Conference 2015: The expert opinions you need to hear

The Resource Recycling Conference showcases and analyzes the most relevant industry trends and topics. At the 2015 edition, top-notch experts from across the field will share research findings, offer unique perspectives on evolving issues and give their thoughts on the industry's future.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the topics set to be explored in September in Indianapolis: the status and future of mixed-waste MRFs, updates from the Closed Loop Fund and Recycling Partnership, the realities of current commodities markets, and proven strategies for connecting with your community.

Resource Recycling Conference 2015 is scheduled for Sept. 28-30, 2015 at the Downtown Marriott in Indianapolis, Indiana. Head to rrconference.com for all the latest on attending, exhibiting and sponsoring.

5 | Wide world of recycling

A $22 million UBC recycling facility is on the way in South Africa, and U.K. recycling advocates look to boost resident awareness of curbside possibilities.

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6 | Patent watch

A New York glass company is awarded patent protection for cleaning and separating cullet, and Nike gains a patent for golf ball recycling. It's all par for the course in our technology rundown.

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7 | NewsBits

According to a news report, the City of Buffalo, New York is inflating its recycling rate by counting clothing donations to nonprofit groups. Haulers in Fort Collins, Colorado, meanwhile, are encouraging people to throw less into their bins because recycling is costing them money.

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8 | Industry and supplier news

The Carton Council has launched a campaign called "Carton Capitals," which celebrates state capital cities that recycle cartons and encourages those without programs to start them. Currently, 27 capitals and the District of Columbia recycle cartons, and 23 do not. For more, click here.

Waste Management has finished its acquisition of Deffenbaugh Disposal, which owned collection operations, transfer stations, recycling facilities and landfills. Waste Management received all required approvals and closed on the acquisition, which was announced in fall 2014. For more, click here.

The magazine and catalog publishing industry has joined the Curbside Value Partnership and will support its efforts to capture more material at the curb. The publishing group coming on board is called Recycling Works in Publishing, and it includes stakeholders Hearst, Time Inc., Sappi, Veritiv/Bulkely Dunton, Verso, Resolute, Catalyst, UPM, Meredith, Lindenmyer, L.L. Bean and Consumer Reports. Print ads to support the project will be included in publications beginning in early summer.

9 | Requests for proposals

Chittenden Solid Waste District in Vermont is seeking proposals for a residential waste composition study. Proposals must be received by April 24, 2015. Details are available here.

The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) is accepting bids for the transportation and recycling of mattresses. An RFP has been created to help MRC assess costs and capabilities to comply with the California Used Mattress Recovery and Recycling Act. Submissions are due on April 22, 2015. All questions should be submitted in writing to Managing Director Mike O’Donnell by April 3, 2015. Details are available here and RFP forms are available here.

Omaha, Nebraska is accepting bids on the processing of recyclables collected in Omaha's single stream (no glass) curbside collection program and the operation of Omaha's recycling drop-off sites. Omaha currently collects over 16,000 tons of recyclables annually. The contract is for a five-year term with the option for two additional five-year terms. Bids close April 29, 2015. Details are available here and here (at the second link, search for QuestCDN eBidDoc Number 3778471 to obtain the bid documents).

Phoenix, Arizona is asking for input from innovators with manufacturing processes and technologies that create new products or energy from items found in the trash. The responses from this call for innovators will be used to craft future economic development opportunities for companies interested in growing in Phoenix. Details are available here.

Phoenix, Arizona is seeking innovators to repurpose/recycle the following items: carpeting and carpet foam, furniture, latex paint, mattresses, non-rechargeable batteries, palm fronds, and residential food waste. With the Transforming Trash into Resources Pilot Program Request for Proposals, the City is looking to contract with businesses and nonprofits for creative alternatives that divert these items from the landfill. Details are available here.

The Recycling Partnership, an initiative of the Curbside Value Partnership (CVP), has announced its 2015 funding opportunity for counties, municipalities and solid waste authorities seeking to improve residential curbside recycling infrastructures. Specifically, the grants will provide funding for cart procurement and education and outreach programs. CVP will also provide successful applicants with tailored recycling education campaign materials to support the cart rollout, along with technical assistance for community recycling operations. Final proposals must be received by 5 p.m. EST on April 15, 2015. Details are available here.

Call2Recycle, the manufacturer-backed group that manages battery take-back in North America, is seeking proposals from individuals and entities to help the group examine its processors and sorters over the next two years. For more information, email [email protected].

10 | Upcoming conferences and webinars

Click here for a complete directory of upcoming conferences and webinars!

If you have a conference or webinar that you would like listed, please send an email to [email protected] for consideration.

11 | Jobs available and sought

Environmental Associate, Residential and Special Projects Zero Waste Associate, City and County of San Francisco (San Francisco, California).
Details are available here.

Plant Manager, QRS (Baltimore, Maryland).
Details are available here.

Resource Management Coordinator and Supervisor, City of Dubuque, Iowa (Dubuque, Iowa).
Details are available here.

Director of Sustainability, Keene State College (Keene, New Hampshire).
Details are available here.

Staff Writer, Recycling & Materials Management, Cascadia Consulting Group (Seattle, Washington).
Details are available here.

Senior Associate, Inclusion and Service Equity Director, Cascadia Consulting Group (Seattle, Washington).
Details are available here.

Marketing and Customer Service Executive, BlackBridge (Huntington, New York).
Details are available here.

Senior Commodities Trader, BlackBridge (Remote-based position).
Details are available here.

Environmental Planner, City of Fort Collins (Fort Collins, Colorado).
Details are available here.

Account Representative, East-Terra Supply (Indianapolis, Indiana).
Details are available here.

Plant Maintenance Technician, Newell Recycling (San Antonio, Texas).
Details are available here.

Inside Sales Associate, Roadrunner Recycling (Northeast U.S.).
Details are available here.

Project Manager, Full Circle Environmental (Seattle, Washington).
Details are available here.

Sales Engineer, Ameri-Shred Corp. (Alpena, Michigan).
Details are available here.

Account Executive, Liquid Technology (New York City).
Details are available here.

Plastic Sales & Marketing Rep, AMI Trading Inc. (Miami, Florida).
Details are available here.

Executive Director, Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania).
Details are available here.

Product Development Manager, PRP Recycling (Chicago, Illinois).
Details are available here.

Various Positions, Bulk Handling Systems (Eugene, Oregon).
Details are available here.

Various Positions, NRT (Nationwide).
Details are available here.

Various Positions, Newark Recycled Paperboard Solutions (Nationwide).
Details are available here.

Various Positions, Waste Management (Nationwide).
Details are available here.

Various Positions, Product Stewardship Institute (Boston, Massachusetts).
Details are available here.

Various Positions Highlighted by the Northern California Recycling Association (Northern California).
Details are available here.

Jobs Sought
Database of job seekers available here.

If you would like to submit a job available or job sought listing, contact Jared Paben at [email protected].