Waste Management

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Vaulted Deep Bets on Carbon Storage as a Dual Solution for Waste Crisis and Emissions

Houston-based Vaulted Deep is repurposing oilfield injection technology to permanently sequester organic waste underground, offering an alternative to landfills and incinerators. Backed by $56 million in funding, the company is scaling its operations nationwide, leveraging carbon removal credits to transform waste management.

Mar 11, 2026

World

England's Hidden Waste Scandal: Investigation Uncovers 517 Illegal Dumps, Exposing Systemic Failures

A nationwide investigation has revealed 517 illegal waste sites across England, some containing over 20,000 tonnes of material, raising urgent questions about the integrity of packaging waste management and corporate accountability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

WM Expands Southern California Footprint with Acquisition of Waste Resources

WM is set to acquire Waste Resources, a move that will transfer several municipal franchise agreements in Southern California to the waste giant, partly prompted by the retirement of the latter's longtime owner.

Feb 7, 2026

World

U.S. Bets on 'Nuclear Campus' Deals to Solve Its Perennial Waste Crisis

As the U.S. pushes a major nuclear power expansion to meet AI-driven energy demands, a new federal strategy links new reactor investments with a search for a permanent waste dump, asking states to volunteer as hosts for a controversial but lucrative package.

Feb 6, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bin: How Waste Connections' Rural Strategy and Landfill Assets Fuel a Bullish Investment Case

Amid a competitive waste management sector, Waste Connections (WCN) is drawing investor attention for its focus on underserved rural markets and a vast network of landfills that create high barriers to entry. With a recent analysis pointing to significant upside potential, we examine the company's operational leverage, revenue diversification, and the financial metrics underpinning the bullish thesis.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Waste Giants' $3.3 Billion M&A Spree in 2025 Signals Strategic Consolidation, Despite Dip from Prior Year

The five largest public waste management firms—WM, Republic Services, Waste Connections, GFL Environmental, and Casella—collectively deployed $3.3 billion in acquisitions last year. While total spending fell sharply from 2024's record, the decline is largely attributed to WM's blockbuster Stericycle deal. Industry leaders signal sustained appetite for strategic deals in 2026, focusing on market densification and recycling assets.

Feb 27, 2026

US

Indonesia's Largest Landfill Collapse Claims Seven Lives, Sparks Renewed Scrutiny on Waste Crisis

Rescue operations have concluded at Jakarta's Bantargebang landfill after a rain-triggered collapse killed seven, highlighting long-standing concerns over the site's overcapacity and Indonesia's mounting waste management challenges.

Mar 11, 2026

Business

Waste Connections Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Sector Volatility

Waste Connections (WCN) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after market close Wednesday, with analysts projecting steady revenue growth. The report comes as peers in the waste management sector have delivered mixed results, stirring investor caution.

Feb 10, 2026

Business

Macquarie Exits Troubled DTG Recycle Investment; Founder Returns, Waste Connections Acquires Select Assets

After a challenging three-year ownership marked by regulatory hurdles and leadership turnover, Macquarie has sold DTG Recycle back to its founder, Dan Guimont, while divesting parts of the business to industry giant Waste Connections.

Feb 24, 2026

World

India's Textile Waste Could Fuel a $3.5 Billion Circular Economy by 2030, Government Report Finds

A new government report outlines a data-driven path for India to transform its 7 million tonnes of annual textile waste into a multi-billion dollar economic opportunity, potentially creating 100,000 green jobs and bolstering its position in the global sustainable textiles shift.

Mar 12, 2026

Business

Waste Management Bets Big on Medical Waste and Renewables While Boosting Dividend

Waste Management announces a significant dividend hike and strategic expansion into medical waste and green energy, signaling a dual focus on shareholder returns and future growth.

Mar 7, 2026

From Trash to Treasure: How AI and Robotics Are Reshaping America's Recycling Crisis

Facing a mounting waste crisis and economic headwinds, the U.S. recycling industry is undergoing a high-stakes technological transformation. Companies are deploying AI vision systems and robotic arms to sort garbage with unprecedented precision, aiming to salvage value from the landfill and redefine a struggling sector.

Mar 10, 2026

Business

Waste Management Awards $1M Bonus to Ex-CFO, Spotlighting Stericycle Integration Success

Waste Management's seven-figure bonus to departing CFO Devina Rankin highlights the strategic importance of its healthcare waste integration and signals confidence in long-term growth to investors.

Mar 18, 2026

Business

Casella Waste Systems Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Mixed Industry Signals

Casella Waste Systems (NASDAQ: CWST) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after Thursday's market close. Investors are watching closely as the regional waste hauler navigates a sector marked by slowing revenue growth and heightened cost pressures.

Feb 18, 2026

Business

Safety-Kleen Hit with $175K Federal Penalty for Maintenance, Hazardous Waste Storage Failures at NJ Facility

The U.S. EPA has finalized a $175,000 penalty against Safety-Kleen, a Clean Harbors division, for a series of maintenance and hazardous waste storage violations at its Linden, New Jersey plant. The agency says the company has since addressed the issues, which included equipment leaks and faulty containment structures that risked releasing harmful vapors.

Mar 10, 2026

Business

Casella's New CEO Charts Course After Strong 2025, Details Landfill Strategy and Facility Shifts

In his inaugural earnings call as CEO, Ned Coletta outlined Casella Waste Systems' post-acquisition integration plans, landfill optimization efforts, and the closure of a Northeast organics facility, following a year of significant revenue growth.

Feb 21, 2026

Business

Insider Selling at Waste Management Raises Eyebrows: Over $17 Million in Stock Dumped by Executives

A wave of insider selling at Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) has caught the market's attention, with executives offloading shares worth more than $17 million over the past year. While such sales aren't uncommon, the scale and timing prompt a closer look at the waste disposal giant's prospects.

Feb 9, 2026

Business

Casella Waste Systems Caps 2025 with Strong Momentum, Eyes Integration Gains and Steady Growth in 2026

Casella Waste Systems (CWST) reported robust full-year 2025 results, marking its fifth consecutive year of double-digit growth. As new CEO Ned Coletta outlines a 2026 strategy focused on pricing, operational efficiency, and Mid-Atlantic integration, the company projects continued revenue and cash flow growth despite a challenging recycling market.

Feb 23, 2026

US

Tragedy at Bantargebang: Landfill Collapse Kills Five, Exposes Indonesia's Waste Crisis

A catastrophic garbage avalanche at Jakarta's primary landfill site has left at least five dead and several missing, highlighting systemic failures in the nation's waste management despite a long-standing ban on open dumps.

Mar 10, 2026

World

Jakarta's Mounting Trash Crisis: A Metropolis Choking on Its Own Waste

Greater Jakarta, home to 42 million, is drowning in its own refuse. With landfills overflowing and streets clogged, the world's most populous urban area faces a mounting environmental and public health emergency, prompting urgent calls for systemic reform.

Feb 17, 2026