News & Updates

Waste and Recycling Workers Week Celebrates Anthony Lomangino’s Nomination to U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors

Davie, FL – May 1, 2025 – Waste and Recycling Workers Week is thrilled to announce that President Donald J. Trump has nominated Anthony Lomangino, a trailblazing leader in the waste and recycling industry, to serve on the United States Postal Service (USPS) Board of Governors. As one of the inaugural inductees into our Wall … Read more

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 Republic Services encourages its customers to celebrate, is observed during the week of June 17th

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Introducing Our New “Did You Know” Service: Fun Facts for Waste and Recycling Workers Week!

Welcome to Waste and Recycling Workers Week, where we celebrate the hardworking individuals who keep our communities clean and sustainable! This year, we’re excited to launch a brand-new service on our website: “Did You Know?” This series will bring you fascinating facts, industry insights, and behind-the-scenes tidbits about the waste and recycling world. Whether you’re … Read more

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Waste & Recycling Workers Week Unveils Wall of Honor: Celebrating Charles W. Teelon, “Uncle Charlie” 

MARCH 06, 2025 – Waste & Recycling Workers Week is thrilled to launch its Wall of Honor, a tribute to the remarkable men and women who have elevated the waste management industry through innovation, service, and quiet determination. Leading the way is Charles W. Teelon, fondly known as “Uncle Charlie,” whose inspiring journey—from humble roots … Read more

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Join Us at the WasteExpo 2025 in Las Vegas!

We’re excited to announce that Waste & Recycling Workers Week is a Platinum Sponsor of WasteExpo 2025! As the premier event for the waste and recycling industry, WasteExpo brings together thousands of professionals, industry leaders, and innovators for three days of networking, education, and cutting-edge solutions. Save the Date: May 6-8, 2025 | Las Vegas, … Read more

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Waste & Recycling Workers Week Announces Free Virtual Safety Summit to Address Rising Dangers in the Industry

February 20, 2025 – In December 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released alarming data showing that solid waste collection workers have climbed from 7th to 4th on the list of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. This troubling trend underscores the urgent need for action to improve safety in the waste and recycling … Read more

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FREE VIRTUAL SUMMIT ON SAFETY ISSUES

Click Here to Register All solid waste employers – big nationals, major regional companies, haulers, and municipal sanitation departments – face similar safety challenges. Workers at smaller waste collection companies and municipal sanitation departments are more likely to die on the route or in an accident at a disposal facility. This Summit will go beyond … Read more

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Waste and Recycling Workers Week Endorses Waste Advantage Magazine’s Virtual Safety Summit

February 1, 2025 – Waste and Recycling Workers Week is proud to endorse the upcoming Virtual Safety Summit hosted by Waste Advantage Magazine, acknowledging the urgent need for safety enhancement in what is recognized as the 4th most dangerous occupation in the U.S. according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Scheduled for March 20th from … Read more

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Are You Looking to Sale Your Waste Hauling Company?

Here at JDA Companies, we love helping business owners and entrepreneurs set goals and grow their companies, using our experience to guide them through mergers and acquisitions. Change is inevitable in any healthy business. JDA Companies has the experience to guide you through the seasons and cycles of business changes, taking your company to new … Read more

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Discover the #1 Choice for Waste Management Companies: The 20-Yard Dumpster

The 20-Yard Dumpster: America’s Favorite Dumpster Welcome to Waste and Recycle Workers, where we bring you the best in waste management solutions tailored for your needs. Today, we’re excited to spotlight the undisputed champion of dumpsters in America – the 20-Yard Dumpster photo was provided by American Made Dumpsters. Why the 20-Yard Dumpster? Image of … Read more

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