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A 'deconstruction industry' can help cut infrastructure sector emissions

A 'deconstruction industry' can help cut infrastructure sector emissions

An entirely new 'deconstruction' industry is needed to enable the recycling and re-use of processed raw materials used in infrastructure projects to help the sector cut its carbon emissions

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US EPA Mapping Tool for Managing Debris Expands Nationwide

US EPA Mapping Tool for Managing Debris Expands Nationwide

The "Disaster Debris Recovery Tool" can assist the demolition industry and emergency planners to identify facilities to recycle, compost, or dispose of disaster debris.

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State funding supports revitalization projects

State funding supports revitalization projects

 The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is announcing the fiscal 2021 application round for three state revitalization programs

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DNR launches interactive map to highlight statewide cleanup and redevelopment successes

DNR launches interactive map to highlight statewide cleanup and redevelopment successes

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) now has a GIS-based map available that offers a statewide look at many of the state's successful brownfield cleanup and redevelopment projects since the passage of the Land Recycling Act in 1995.

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EPA’s 2020 America Recycles: Innovation Fair

EPA’s 2020 America Recycles: Innovation Fair

EPA’s 2020 America Recycles: Innovation Fair will happen on November 16, 2020. Deadline for applications to be an exhibitor is September 10, 2020.

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Turkish buyers likely to lift ferrous market

Turkish buyers likely to lift ferrous market

Nation’s EAF mills are reporting healthy rebar sales, scrap demand; Vietnamese mills also in the market.

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Minnesota county offers grants promoting deconstruction over demolition for older homes and apartments

Minnesota county offers grants promoting deconstruction over demolition for older homes and apartments

The program, which offers grants up to $5,000 per project, is aimed at keeping old building materials out of landfills.

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Republic announces deal to purchase 2,500 electric collection trucks

Republic announces deal to purchase 2,500 electric collection trucks

Republic says the deal represents “the industry's first large-scale commitment to fleet electrification.”

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Blending scrap tires with concrete rubble for sustainable, durable roads

Blending scrap tires with concrete rubble for sustainable, durable roads

Recycled road-making material could keep tons of waste out of landfills and reduce carbon dioxide emissions

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Study shows demolishing vacant houses can have positive effect on neighbor maintenance

Study shows demolishing vacant houses can have positive effect on neighbor maintenance

New research suggests that demolishing abandoned houses may lead nearby property owners to better maintain their homes.

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