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Artificial intelligence and automation are impacting some jobs that humans don't always want to do. Robots are being used to sort through waste at recycling centers to combat worker shortages. In some ...

A new tool accurately detects the amount of recycled plastic in a container and strengthens environmental oversight.

Says Hemmer, “We make living in cities and communities possible. The work that we do every day is to pick up your materials at your curb or at the back of your store or industrial property—and as a ...

San Antonio residents are enthusiastic recyclers. Last year 72,600 tons of material was recycled, up from 49,700 tons in 2005. They’re also expected to recycle 17 percent of recyclable material this ...

They often require careful customization to address the unique challenges of each application. Variations in recycled feedstock compositions, differences in processing techniques and diverse ...

Glass bottles are heavy and must travel to Atlanta to be recycled from Kentucky, but reusing them can reduce the effect on the environment. Bigstock Have you ever wondered what happens to the plastic ...

The Road is Still Long for Airlines and Caterers. March 18 marks Global Recycling Day, and IFSA is spotlighting the complex issue of cabin waste. While ...