The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-06-25T15:33:30.388009Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Houston recycling fire draws fresh scrutiny after East Side blaze https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-local-houston-a9bef9eb43 2026-06-25T13:51:43Z 2026-06-25T13:51:43Z Facility disruptions like this can tighten local processing options and raise fire-prevention pressure across the route network. USCC opens benchmark surveys to map where compost demand is actually growing https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-06d8edb281 2026-06-25T12:45:43Z 2026-06-25T12:45:43Z The findings could help organics operators target outlets, pricing, and product specs in two key markets. GFL’s Russell 1000 inclusion signals growing scale for a major hauler https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-be1491e2b5 2026-06-25T12:33:19Z 2026-06-25T12:33:19Z Index membership can broaden institutional ownership and sharpen attention on waste-sector earnings. Missouri high court shuts down St. Louis recycling suit, easing near-term uncertainty https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-kansas-city-st-louis-1-2f64adb07f 2026-06-25T10:49:40Z 2026-06-25T10:49:40Z The ruling matters because it can affect municipal program stability, legal costs, and how cities structure recycling service decisions. Rhode Island’s food-waste push builds, but enforcement still lags https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-1ecc6516c7 2026-06-25T09:41:00Z 2026-06-25T09:41:00Z School diversion rules and future funding ideas could reshape organics volumes and processing demand. Comstock Metals picks Ohio for solar panel recycling and production hub https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-e9ba1864ac 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z The Cambridge site adds Midwest processing capacity and could tighten competition for end-of-life solar panel feedstock. Dallas settles on a smaller waste-rate hike after revisiting collection costs https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-refuse-377a7f360e 2026-06-24T23:00:00Z 2026-06-24T23:00:00Z Rate decisions like this can reset revenue assumptions for route operators and city service budgets. Casella pulls wetland permit request tied to Dalton landfill plans https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-eef9d02244 2026-06-24T21:06:36Z 2026-06-24T21:06:36Z The move can reshape project timing and local disposal capacity for haulers watching the site. NYC Sanitation recovers Knicks-branded bin and adds more fines https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-local-nyc-cc6df263fc 2026-06-24T19:24:00Z 2026-06-24T19:24:00Z A small enforcement case, but it shows how quickly curbside violations can turn into repeat penalties. Knicks parade trash-can theft ends with fines and a job loss https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-nyc-abc7-6d6140a5b6 2026-06-24T18:21:00Z 2026-06-24T18:21:00Z A viral sanitation incident shows how event-day bin control and public behavior can create real operational headaches. Houston’s $18 billion infrastructure plan leaves solid waste decisions open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-local-houston-687da0bfad 2026-06-24T17:42:41Z 2026-06-24T17:42:41Z Waste funding and service scope could shape city fleet needs, contract timing, and disposal economics. Reworld adds Ferretti to steer business development and dealmaking https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-fa4d6ec9ef 2026-06-24T16:44:51Z 2026-06-24T16:44:51Z The hire may shape acquisition pace, partnership strategy, and competitive pressure across waste services. 17 states challenge California’s plastic packaging recycling law https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-d81fe8d19b 2026-06-24T13:26:24Z 2026-06-24T13:26:24Z The case could shape packaging rules, recycling costs, and compliance expectations for haulers and brands. WM Shows Only Modest Growth as Market Pressure Builds https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-cfdcedec47 2026-06-24T13:18:08Z 2026-06-24T13:18:08Z Signals on WM’s growth pace can shape expectations for pricing power and public-hauler margins. WM of Colorado adds HBS Trash Service in a Colorado route expansion https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-5f0ff8fd39 2026-06-24T13:14:16Z 2026-06-24T13:14:16Z Another tuck-in deal that can tighten density, lift pricing leverage, and reshape local competitive pressure. Weber County signs lease deal with WM, signaling a new local operating arrangement https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-wm-1-045edb48c7 2026-06-24T12:00:00Z 2026-06-24T12:00:00Z County-site agreements can reshape disposal access, service continuity, and competitive positioning for nearby operators. Contract watch: Authorized Battle Motors (Formerly Crane Carrier) Service, Repair, Maintenance, and OEM Parts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-263677 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z City of Pasadena has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-29. Contract watch: FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY ROLL OFF CONTAINERS AS REQUIRED BY THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-252044 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z Middlesex County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-30. Contract watch: Term Contract for Trailer Truck Rentals https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-266317 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z Seminole County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-01. Contract watch: Elevator Cart Assembly Parts for Amrep Side Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-278127 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z City of Avondale has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-06. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786182-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Charlotte - Charlotte, NC. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791262-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $479,479. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786181-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791219-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Dayton - Tipp City, OH. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2024 Autocar ACX64 Cab & Chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101106-autocarccfl 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Rear Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101105-bmcab-chassirl 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Side Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101107-bmcab-chassisl 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors Raider (LET2) Cab and Chassis Front Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101104-bmcab-chassifl 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z 2026-06-21T11:27:32Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Funding watch: Diesel Refuse Truck Replacement Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12342-6fbd73a6 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z Nebraska. Application close: close date not listed. The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) will provide funding for the replacement of medium- to heavy-duty diesel refuse, local freight, delivery, and maintenance trucks. Old trucks must be replaced with 2019 or newer model year compressed natural gas or diesel engines pursuant to California Air Resources Board Optional Low-NOx Standards. Funding watch: Diesel Emission Reduction Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13357-5af09e90 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z Washington. Application close: October 14, 2025. The Washington State Department of Ecology offers grants for the replacement or repower of medium- and heavy-duty diesel refuse trucks, street sweepers, freight switcher locomotives, port cargo handling equipment, and forklifts with zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) and associated infrastructure. Grants are available in the following amounts: Eligible ZEVs. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Truck Emission Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12098-20508b05 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Truck Replacement Program, which provides funding for fleets to replace old vehicles with lower emitting vehicles or to purchase new zero emission, hybrid, or low oxides of nitrogen (NOx) vehicles. Funding is available for the following projects: - Replacement of an engine model. Funding watch: Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12136-4aa98afd 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Pennsylvania. Application close: October 7, 2026. The AFIG Program provides financial assistance for innovative, advanced fuel and vehicle technology projects. Projects that result in product commercialization and the expansion of Pennsylvania companies are favored in the selection process. Eligible applicants include school districts, municipal authorities, political subdivisions, non-profits. Funding watch: Zero Emission Truck Rebates https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12542-d32be8a0 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z Massachusetts. Application close: close date not listed. Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Trucks Program offers rebates for the purchase or lease of all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, buses, and vans. Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of less than $2,000,000. Rebate amounts are available in. Funding watch: Vehicle Emissions Reduction and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Project Funding https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12218-00e79334 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z Tennessee. Application close: close date not listed. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) provides funding for the repower or replacement of Class 4-8 school, shuttle and transit buses, Class 4-7 local freight trucks, and Class 8 local freight trucks and port drayage trucks, with alternative fuel or all-electric models. Alternative fuels include, but are not limited to, compressed. Funding watch: Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13331-6b5cfb66 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE), funded by the California Energy Commission, offers grants for the purchase and installation of ZEV infrastructure for MHD electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles. Eligible applicants include commercial fleets, station owners, and ZEV infrastructure. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant – Santa Barbara County https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12504-eec23a0d 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z 2026-06-21T12:25:06Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD) provides grants to offset the costs of zero-emission (zero tailpipe emission) heavy-duty vehicles that reduce on-road emissions within Santa Barbara County. Eligible projects include the replacement of commercial trucks and buses, transit buses, authorized emergency vehicle, transportation. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste Transportation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-transportation-6bbfb249 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Confirm EPA ID number, manifest handling, transfer facility limits, discharge response, and state-specific transporter requirements. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste e-Manifest https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-e-manifest-f4495af6 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Verify user registration, signature workflow, paper/electronic transition status, and user fees before changing manifest procedures. Compliance watch: Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest System https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-uniform-hazardous-waste-manifest-system-6750e8e5 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Review transporter signature, waste description, emergency response, copy distribution, and state manifest requirements. Compliance watch: RCRA Regulations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-rcra-regulations-0050f717 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Use the EPA page as a federal baseline, then check authorized state rules before accepting or moving regulated waste. Compliance watch: Heavy-Duty Vehicle GHG Standards - Phase 3 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-heavy-duty-vehicle-ghg-standards-phase-3-4fedd83c 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Watch model-year standards, OEM product changes, and fleet replacement timing before committing to long-cycle truck purchases. Compliance watch: PFAS CERCLA Hazardous Substance Designation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-pfas-cercla-hazardous-substance-designation-ca8cc609 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Coordinate with disposal facilities and environmental counsel before changing acceptance, profiling, or disposal practices for PFAS-impacted materials. Compliance watch: Industrial Stormwater NPDES https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-industrial-stormwater-npdes-fb00b6f9 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Confirm whether a transfer station, maintenance yard, container yard, or recycling operation needs industrial stormwater permit coverage and inspections. Compliance watch: Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Air Rules https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-municipal-solid-waste-landfill-air-rules-99c9e642 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z 2026-06-25T15:21:27Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: 2026 Virtual California Tire Workshop Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:2026-virtual-california-tire-workshop-series-2026-06-25-842ae43228 2026-06-22T15:10:22Z 2026-06-22T15:10:22Z CalRecycle. Jun 25, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: SWANA Upcoming Training Events https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:swana-upcoming-training-events-2026-06-25-4c0782c989 2026-06-22T15:09:50Z 2026-06-22T15:09:50Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Jun 25, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Packaging Producer Responsibility Advisory Board Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:packaging-producer-responsibility-advisory-board-meeting-2026-06-26-85cd925f72 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z CalRecycle. Jun 26, 2026. CalEPA Building, Sierra Hearing Room, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: Rocky Mountain Chapter Golf Tournament https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rocky-mountain-chapter-golf-tournament-2026-06-29-8a0e443352 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 29, 2026. Blackstone Country Club – Denver, CO. Industry calendar: Application Due Date: Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program (Dealer Cooperatives) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:application-due-date-beverage-container-redemption-innovation-grant-pr-2026-06-30-d319dd8ce3 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z 2026-06-22T15:10:16Z CalRecycle. Jun 30, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: RCRA/DOT HazMat Training | calrma-association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:rcra-dot-hazmat-training-calrma-association-2026-07-13-1f69ad67b6 2026-06-22T15:11:19Z 2026-06-22T15:11:19Z California Resource Management Association. Jul 13, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Carolinas Meeting & Golf Outing https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:carolinas-meeting-golf-outing-2026-07-15-b865a3bcac 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z 2026-06-22T15:10:12Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jul 15, 2026. Pinehurst Resort – Pinehurst, NC. Industry calendar: Your One-Stop Shop for SWANA Webinars https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:your-one-stop-shop-for-swana-webinars-2026-07-15-370e1e6d75 2026-06-22T15:09:49Z 2026-06-22T15:09:49Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Jul 15, 2026. virtual. Break Room job lead: Head of Vocation-Specific Indirect Distribution and Service Channels https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o051zfwp 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oc11zfwx 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Autocar. Remote, Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-mechanic 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-welding 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-mechanic 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-welding 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Autocar (chassis) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-chassis-mechanic 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z 2026-06-25T15:21:25Z Autocar (chassis). National / multi-market. not_posted.