Clayson's 'nanny state' is nonsense Nov 13, 2008
chester11 wrote on Nov 8, 2008 8:49 PM:" Mantis - You say that Cross posits that it must be all or nothing. Well what about you? Any government involvement in financial institutions is labeled as socialism!!! by the dolts in the GOP. And you chant their mantras. The point is that you are part of a society and to keep that society sound a democratically appointed government intervenes in affairs such as food inspection, waste management, labor laws, and taxation. When did you get your econ MBA... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Coral reefs are threatened as the oceans become more acidic; but all is not yet lost Nov 13, 2008
I am agast at the destruction the near shore reefs have endured from excessive developement, bad strom water runoff management, and lack of nutrient reduduction via sound waste management. What will become this place, and others. (BBC News -- Science)
Poly-Pacific Signs Memorandum of Understanding to Establish a New Subsidiary in China for the Operation of Gasification of Municipal Waste to Energy Nov 13, 2008
Mr. Chen, the Executive President of the Canadian China Chamber of Industry and Commerce and Poly Pacific ("the Parties) have agreed to establish a new subsidiary of Poly Pacific in China, which will utilize the technologies of Energy Quest throughout China.As stated in the November 10, 2008 news release, Poly Pacific has been negotiating with a strategic Asian partner to assist in the manufacturing and marketing of the gasification technology for the Company's exclusive License Agreement in... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
PNC to give power to the people at the grassroots Nov 13, 2008
As to how he would manage waste related issues affecting the country, Dr Mahama declared; "I shall bring Central Government on board, ensure good waste management and housing policies and select key towns for model urbanisation and proper housing schemes.". Dr Mahama indicated that he would institute a well-coordinated body, whose duty would be to advise Government to take up science and technology seriously; encourage investors to venture into science-related businesses, emphasise and support... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Akufo-Addo proposes Constitutional Review Committee Nov 13, 2008
On waste management, Nana Akufo-Addo said his government would initiate "Clean Ghana Initiative" and would engage competent bodies to manage to ensure that Ghana became the number one country in cleanliness to attract more investors to boost the economy. On the issue of the lopsided development of the Northern part of Ghana and how to bridge that gap between the North and the South, Nana Akufo-Addo said there was the need for a coordinated and comprehensive plan to ensure that the North... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Country Has No Building Codes Nov 13, 2008
Mr. Asante urged tertiary institutions to harness the use of organic waste management in generating energy for use by Ghanaians. Source:Ghanaian Chronicle. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The US nuclear waste issue solved Nov 13, 2008
They focus on development of multidisciplinary solutions to nuclear waste management issues ... nuclear waste management. (Yahoo News)
Election -- Madison County races and bios Nov 13, 2008
All have contributed to economic development, radio communication improvements, solid waste management, bike paths, park development, the expansion of Madison Memorial Hospital and the Teton Lakes Golf Course. We will continue to seek and encourage public involvement at every level. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Reds to receive environmental award Nov 13, 2008
On Thursday, the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District will hold its fourth annual Recycling Awards Luncheon. The Reds and Great American Ball Park will receive the John Van Volkenburgh Award for recycling innovation and outstanding results. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Boeing strike's end slow to affect Goodrich Nov 13, 2008
Sony is sponsoring the event in conjunction with Waste Management and the community college district. Sony Electronics' North American headquarters is in San Diego. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Rants and Raves Nov 13, 2008
What is it about all the Waste Management trucks dripping hydraulic fluid on the streets. I must have dozens of spots in front of my house. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Kenya: Dumpsite Threatens Health And Environment Nov 12, 2008
The government however, is planning to relocate the site as part of its integrated solid waste management plan in partnership with UNEP. ... Immediate measures such as fencing off the Dandora dumpsite to prevent intruders, restricting some of the industrial and hospital waste, recycling and proper waste management, would minimise the risk of environmental pollution that threatens human health, Akumu said. (allAfrica.com)
Recycled Benches Installed in Downtown Business District Nov 12, 2008
The 14 4-foot decorative benches were made possible through a 75/25 reimbursable grant through the East Central Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region 1. The local 25 percent match was made through a donation from the St. Clair Area Chamber of Commerce. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Ghana still grappling with waste management Nov 12, 2008
Accra, Nov. 11, GNA - Lack of public awareness in waste management, weaknesses in its management and access to land for the disposal and treatment of waste are the main problems in the management of waste products in the country ... Speaking on the theme: "Sustainable Sanitation Delivery in Ghana" at a seminar organised by the Ministry of Water Resources, Works and Housing for stakeholders in waste management, she noted that the quality of every man was determined by his or her environment hence... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Laundy business causes waste, water problems Nov 12, 2008
"To decrease pollution, we are also facilitating discussions on the best solution to waste treatment by inviting several waste management installation companies to participate," Budi said ... Yusiono said discussions were still being held over applicable methods of waste management for the laundry's waste ... He could not specify the exact amount the laundry businesses must pay for the communal waste management installation. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Know where your 'e-waste' will end up Nov 11, 2008
When recyclers cart away e-waste, what happens next can vary widely, says Bruce Parker, president of the National Solid Waste Management Association, a trade association that includes electronics recyclers. Some separate glass, metal and plastics, and then make sure that most reusable materials find their way into new products. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UPDATE: Orchard man, dog recovering from fire Nov 11, 2008
Trapped in a bedroom directly above the fire, the director of the Solid Waste Management Agency in Floyd, Mitchell and Chickasaw counties said he was having trouble breathing. I finally made it to a window for air, he said, explaining that he broke the glass. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
HOLIDAYS, VETERANS, ELECTION TALLY ON HAND Nov 11, 2008
Waste Management of Arkansas will be open Tuesday and run garbage routes normally, a spokesman said. Pine Bluff Rotary Club will feature the Rev. Lee Kinney as the guest speaker on Gen. Bill Creasy Day on Tuesday at noon at the Pine Bluff Country Club. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
What's Open, Closed On Veterans Day? Nov 11, 2008
County residents serviced by Allied Waste, EDCO, Escondido Disposal, Fallbrook Refuse Service, Ramona Disposal, Waste Management for North County and Waste Management for East County will be on their regular schedules. Copyright 2008 by City Wire. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
'Producers responsible' for recycling plastic waste Nov 11, 2008
Neither consumers nor producers are excited about cleaning up this kind of waste despite a recent law on waste management ... "There are only a few people who are concerned about the issue and work on waste management," Sri Bebasari, the Indonesia Solid Waste Association (INSWA) head, told The Jakarta Post recently ... Sri is urging the government to guide the operation of Article 15 by regulating on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and asking producers to set up waste management systems... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
From zero to green hero through electronic waste Nov 11, 2008
Nowadays with everyone crazed with being wired all the time, a new problem in e-waste management has emerged ... His trade, along with trash picking and other waste management jobs, is often overlooked, he said ... "When I began this business, I never thought of it as a business that could make a difference to environmental preservation. I only saw it as a way to support my family. "But I finally realized the importance of my business and the role of trash pickers to the environment when I... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Veteran's Day Holiday Closings Nov 11, 2008
Centr 00000135 al Virginia Waste Management Authority pickups will also be on a regular schedule. Recycling- Curbside recycling on a regular schedule. (WTVR.com, VA)
Veteran's Day Nov 11, 2008
There are no schedule changes for customers of Waste Management or Waste-Pro. There is no residential garbage pickup in Palm Beach, Lake Park and North Palm Beach. (The Palm Beach Post)
Infrastructure: Early Action to Fix Things Nov 11, 2008
In a recent report the EPI identified some $30 billion of such proposals, ranging from subway maintenance in New York to improved waste management in Indianapolis. Given the Democrats' newfound dominance in Congress, they may no longer have to compromise with the GOP come January. (BusinessWeek)
Poly-Pacific Signs Gasification License Agreement for China Nov 10, 2008
The Aims and Objectives of the License Agreement as agreed and approved by both parties shall be to deliver sustainable municipal waste management in China by selling gasification power plants that are based on a new and more effective technology with no emissions. The application of the Gasification Technology would include municipal and industrial solid waste, tires, forestry, pulp and paper waste. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Expand Sycamore Nov 10, 2008
The next step after the City Council is the state Integrated Waste Management Board, and, of course, inevitable litigation. One complication is a proposed 500-home development in the buffer zone in San Diego territory between landfill and Santee. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
Rants and Raves Nov 10, 2008
What is it about all the Waste Management trucks dripping hydraulic fluid on the streets. I must have dozens of spots in front of my house. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Business People Nov 9, 2008
Wetzel is an environmental planner with seven years' experience in NEPA compliance, regional planning, and waste management. Kim holds a bachelor of arts degree in earth and environmental science and a master of science degree in resource policy and behavior. (Anchorage Daily News)
Clayson's 'nanny state' is nonsense Nov 9, 2008
chester11 wrote on Nov 8, 2008 8:49 PM:" Mantis - You say that Cross posits that it must be all or nothing. Well what about you? Any government involvement in financial institutions is labeled as socialism!!! by the dolts in the GOP. And you chant their mantras. The point is that you are part of a society and to keep that society sound a democratically appointed government intervenes in affairs such as food inspection, waste management, labor laws, and taxation. When did you get your econ MBA... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Event focuses on saving money, energy Nov 9, 2008
Thomas and The Triplicate decided to sponsor the "It's a Green Day" event, and were quickly joined in sponsorship by Pacific Power, Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority and Elk Valley Rancheria. "This is an important opportunity for the company to support the community's efforts to go green," said Pacific Power's Community Manager Monte Mendenhall. (Daily Triplicate)
Go Green, Give Green, Save Green for the Holidays Nov 9, 2008
According to the California Integrated Waste Management Board, 38,000 miles of ribbon alone is thrown out each year -- enough to tie a bow around the Earth. Rather than waiting for the New Year to get your green efforts back on track, try following these tips and ideas to live, give and save green this holiday season. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Campaigns urged to recycle signs Nov 8, 2008
This year, that process has been streamlined for all cities in Brevard, as a coordinated effort has been formed among Brevard County Public Works departments and Brevard County Solid Waste Management, Keep Brevard Beautiful and American Recycled Plastic Inc. to recycle all campaign signs throughout the county ... "We are so lucky that we have a great partner in our community, American Recycled Plastic," said Erin LeClair, recycling educator for Brevard County Solid Waste Management ... Solid... (Florida Today)
2 waste transfer stations sought in Gwinnett Nov 8, 2008
Connie Wiggins, executive director of Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful, the agency tasked by the county to handle the waste management program, said neither of the haulers plans to build a transfer station in the county. But Chuck Warbington, a county planning commissioner and executive director of the Gwinnett Village Community Improvement District, said he thought the proposals could be related to the new plan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Gwinnett to standardize trash pickup Nov 8, 2008
Two waste management companies have been selected to provide residential service to about 180,000 households in unincorporated Gwinnett County. The contract awards announced Friday are the last step in a four-year process by the non-profit Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful to standardize waste collection and improve recycling. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Recent Valley promotions and hires Nov 8, 2008
Waste Management Recycle America announced that Brenna Barrett has joined the company as municipal recycling marketing representative for the Arizona market. Send promotions and hires to. (AZCentral -- Business)
Biosolids Battle - A CBS 6 Special Investigation Nov 8, 2008
Now the company that owns the Maplewood facility, Waste Management of Virginia, is facing a $52,000 fine from the DEQ. ... Amelia County officials tell CBS 6 that DEQ made the discovery and handled the matter with Waste Management of VA since then this landill has stopped accepting waste from Camden, NJ. Neighbors who have health concerns say it's not enough ... Probably a lot of stuff that never get caught," says Ken Adams. Waste Management officials didn't go to camera, but told CBS 6 all of... (WTVR.com, VA)
Energex goes green with new HQ Nov 8, 2008
Chilled beam cooling, majority natural lighting and sensitive waste management systems will reduce energy consumption by almost two-thirds. A 200,000 litre water tank will supply toilets and landscape irrigation, cutting water usage by 38 million litres each year. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
Public Health : Water, water (its not) everywhere Nov 8, 2008
As humans moved away from nature and toward manmade environments, they forgot the ancient wisdom and yet did not have the scientific knowledge to guide them in the engineering of waste management or the connection between disease and poor sanitation. We haven t been thinking out of the box, or septic tank, because we haven t had to. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
George Deikun, USAIDs India director Nov 7, 2008
But some public services like water supply, sanitation , urban waste management etc would continue to be predominantly in the domain of the public sector. Not necessarily. (India Times)
Teen Compacted In Garbage Truck Survives Nov 7, 2008
The bin was picked up by a Waste Management truck and dumped into the vehicle's rear compactor. Waste Management spokeswoman Lynn Morgan says the truck continued on its collection route, compacting cardboard several times. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Valhi Declares Quarterly Dividend Nov 6, 2008
Valhi, Inc. is engaged in the titanium dioxide pigments, component products (security products, furniture components and performance marine components) and waste management industries. SOURCE Valhi, Inc.. (PR Newswire)
Valhi Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results Nov 6, 2008
Waste management sales decreased, and its operating loss increased, due to lower utilization of waste management services in 2008, primarily due to the completion in 2007 of a few projects that have not yet been replaced with new business. The Company is continuing to seek opportunities to obtain certain types of new business that, if obtained, would increase our waste management sales and decrease our waste management operating loss ... Valhi, Inc. is engaged in the titanium dioxide pigments,... (PR Newswire)
Teen compacted in Wis. garbage truck, survives Nov 6, 2008
The bin was picked up by a Waste Management truck and dumped into the vehicle s rear compactor. Waste Management spokeswoman Lynn Morgan says the truck continued on its collection route, compacting cardboard several times. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Waste collection may come to a halt, if . Nov 6, 2008
Accra, Nov. 5, GNA - Mr Nathaniel Armah, Director, Research and Development at Zoomlion, a private waste management company, on Wednesday cautioned that waste collection could come to a halt in three to four months if nothing was done to secure new dump sites ... This year's event is on the theme: "The Management of our Environment for the Sustainability of our Livelihood." Mr Armah stressed that the provision of a final rubbish disposal infrastructure could help solve the sanitation problems in... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Industrial Services has 3Q earnings surge Nov 6, 2008
Industrial Services buys and sells scrap metals and provides waste management services to commercial customers. Reader Comments. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Pictet To Launch New Climate Change Fund In 2009 Nov 6, 2008
That fund's largest holding at the end of September was the French-based utility Suez Environment S.A., which operates largely in the water treatment and waste management sectors. Water filter manufacturer Pentair Inc and ITT Corp, which offers services in wastewater treatment, were among its top 10 holdings. (Planet Ark, United States)
Massive cleanup continues long after Hurricane Ike Nov 6, 2008
Marina Joseph, spokeswoman for Houston's solid waste management department, said the cleanup is going much faster than the aftermath of 1983's Hurricane Alicia, the last direct strike on the city. "After Alicia, we had a lot of mom-and-pop collectors," Joseph said. (USA Today -- News)
Selectmen reject liquor license for BJs Nov 5, 2008
Ragucci said in general it s a good time to look at overall waste management and finding ways of managing with less cost. Compost pile at Stevens Street: Ragucci also mentioned that the large compost pile at Stevens Street Recycling Center has been drastically reduced. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
2009 COUNTY BUDGET ON QUORUM COMMITTEES’ AGENDAS Nov 5, 2008
Other 2009 budget recommendations on the agenda include: 725,000 for the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Public Library System; 264,953 for the Solid Waste Management Fund; 930,000 for the Solid Waste Contract Fund; 294,356 for the Jefferson County Recycling Resource Recovery Fund; 140,000 for Jefferson County Tire Disposal; 100,000 for the Jefferson County/District Tire Disposal Fund; 26,332 for a County Environmental Officer; 60,000 to cover jury fees in the five divisions of Circuit Court; 47,600... (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Political signs have run their course Nov 5, 2008
Posted: Tuesday, November 4, 2008 3:13 PM CST Waste Management, a company that picks up trash, is encouraging residents to pull down political signs after today ... And after Nov. 4, we encourage all residents to recycle all political materials as possible, said Justin Caporusso, the spokesperson for Waste Management. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Election -- Madison County races and bios Nov 5, 2008
All have contributed to economic development, radio communication improvements, solid waste management, bike paths, park development, the expansion of Madison Memorial Hospital and the Teton Lakes Golf Course. We will continue to seek and encourage public involvement at every level. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Got Junk? (1) Nov 5, 2008
Waste Management crews will start picking up junk on Monday, Nov. 10 ... Waste Management will pass down each street only once so items should be out by Sunday, Nov. 9. (Boerne Star, TX)
Vietnam warns of disease as flood toll rises Nov 4, 2008
A government report earlier this year said that better waste management through clearer garbage classification was. URL: http://www. (AlertNet)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Nov 4, 2008
The waste management company was a top holding of the fund as of its latest disclosure. On Sept. 19, before the September-October pullback, the stock was up 33% for the year. (Investors Business Daily)
AECL Formalizes Strategic Agreement with China to Extend Nuclear Fuel Resources Nov 3, 2008
AECL's 4,800 employees deliver cutting edge nuclear services, Rort, design, and engineering, construction management, specialized technology, refurbishment, waste management and decommissioning in support of CANDU reactor products. More information on AECL and CANDU reactor technology can be found at www. (Canada Newswire)
Zimbabwe: City Fathers Should Act on Cholera Nov 3, 2008
Over the past six weeks, the streets in the Central Business District and its environs have not been cleaned after council failed to provide protective clothing to workers in the Waste Management Department. Public toilets are not being cleaned, ostensibly due to shortage of chemicals and rubbish has not been collected in several suburbs. (allAfrica.com)
No comments posted. Nov 3, 2008
(photo courtesy of Rally America) Tanner Foust goes airborne during Waste Management stage one at the 2008 STPR. ... Published: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 2:54 PM CDT The 2008 Waste Management Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally, presented by Citizens and Northern Bank has earned the 2008 Rally of the Year award ... The biggest changes included a new event sponsor Waste Management, North America s largest recycler, and a new format, which included rallying for the first time on Friday, June... (Wellsboro Gazette, PA)
FINANCE FILINGS REVEALED Nov 2, 2008
Dr. J.F. Redman of Pine Bluff and Waste Management made the largest contributions, 1,000 each, to the campaign ... His largest contributor was Waste Management ( 500). (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
DEATHS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2008 (830) Nov 1, 2008
He was a former employee of Mobil Waste Management for 30 years. He was preceded in death by three grandchildren, Cameron Woods, Laron Woods, Laronica Woods. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Gooding County wins CAFO challenge Nov 1, 2008
The agency will now require CAFO owners who may discharge waste from their land into streams, lakes or other waters to apply for a Clean Water Act permit and include a copy of their waste management plans in the application. The EPA previously required the plans, but did not review them. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Fulton residents tour Allied Waste Nov 1, 2008
We make sure that each well is properly maintained and also make certain that any contaminated water is distributed to the water waste management facility. Also on the site are various netted and portable screens to prevent blowing debris. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Newsletters take their best shot Nov 1, 2008
Other buy -rated dividend stocks were BFI Canada Ltd., a waste management company that used to be an income trust, Royal Bank of Canada and a pair of utility stocks, Canadian Utilities and TransCanada Corp.. In The MoneyLetter, contributing editor David West tried to buck investors up by pointing out that their losses may not be as bad as the broad stock market indexes if they held bonds and cash in their portfolios. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Concerns over HSE statistics for recycling sector Nov 1, 2008
Published yesterday (October 29), the 2007-08 figures show that major and fatal injuries to employees involved in recycling and waste management combined rose by 32% in the period from 2004-05 to 2007-08. HSE chair Judith Hackitt expressed concern over the performance of the waste and recycling sector. (letsrecycle.com)
Apache, Waste Management post 3Q earnings Oct 31, 2008
Apache, Waste Management report 3Q earnings - Houston Business Journal ... Apache, Waste Management report 3Q earnings ... Waste Management (NYSE: WMI) posted net income of $310 million, or 63 cents per share, on revenue of $3. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Republic Services 3Q net income up Oct 31, 2008
Earlier in the day, Republic announce it had agreed to settle shareholder lawsuits that challenged its acquisition of rival Allied Waste and its rejection of a deal with Waste Management. Reader Comments. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)