News & Updates

Congratulations to Waste360’s 2021 #40Under40 recipient, Rubicon’s very own Elizabeth Montoya, and its 2020 recipient, our own Conor Riffle. I cannot imagine Rubicon without Elizabeth’s and Conor’s guidance, vision, and spirit. About Rubicon is a software platform that provides smart waste and recycling solutions for businesses and governments worldwide. Using technology to drive environmental innovation, … Read more

It’s Waste & Recycling Workers Week. Join us in saying thank you to these #EverydayHeroes who keep our communities safe and clean, and environment healthy. #WasteRecyclingWorkersWeek#SafetyFirst#SWACOCares The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio was established by the Ohio General Assembly in 1989 as part of Ohio House Bill 592, which created Ohio’s current solid waste … Read more

Our City maintains its world-class beauty and cleanliness in large part due to the tireless daily efforts of the waste and recycling workers in Salt Lake City Green. This Waste and Recycling Workers Week, I hope you’ll join me in thanking these public servants for their critical work SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake City … Read more

Waste & Recycling Workers Week A typical day starts early. I clock in at 5:30am before conducting my safety checks and then heading to Atherton to collect yard trimmings. All our routes are planned to be as efficient as possible. I get to know which areas are busiest and service those first, ideally before any traffic. … Read more

During the June 15 City Council meeting, Mayor Bruce Teague signed a proclamation announcing that Waste & Recycling Workers Week will be recognized in Iowa City from June 13 to June 19. The proper collection and disposal of waste, recycling, and organic waste are integral to preventing litter, disease, and negative environmental impact. The City of Iowa … Read more

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Give your garbage man or woman a big high-five in celebration of National Solid Waste & Recycling Workers Week. These men and women play a vital role in keeping Clearwater bright and beautiful. Many people forget about their garbage once they throw it away, but the city would be a disgusting place … Read more

Over the last year, our people have worked harder than ever to protect the communities and customers we serve. We cannot thank them enough.

1. Sanitation worker saves child from being crushed Earlier this year, Hillsborough County sanitation worker Waldo Fidele was hailed a hero for jumping into action to save 7-year-old Elias Quezada, who had climbed into a garbage can while playing hide and seek. He was still in the can when it was picked up and had its … Read more