The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-09-19T16:00:56.109607Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Republic Services lifts guidance after a second-quarter earnings beat https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-7022f56531 2026-09-19T15:12:50Z 2026-09-19T15:12:50Z A stronger outlook from a national hauler can signal pricing discipline and steadier margin conditions. Republic Services is holding pricing power even as waste volumes soften https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-ad78fd76c2 2026-09-19T10:43:33Z 2026-09-19T10:43:33Z A useful read on whether haulers can protect margins when collection demand cools. Garbage truck driver’s trial testimony highlights the realities of contamination exposure https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-driver-labor-dff0ddb39d 2026-09-18T22:14:00Z 2026-09-18T22:14:00Z Courtroom accounts like this underscore the sensory and safety burdens drivers can face on route. Deltona refuse driver arrest spotlights off-duty conduct risk for fleets https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-driver-labor-28f71400b5 2026-09-18T20:37:00Z 2026-09-18T20:37:00Z Incidents like this can affect driver screening, safety culture, and public perception of hauler operations. Waste Connections rises after UBS upgrade and a steady second quarter https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-waste-connections-1-47448003b6 2026-09-18T14:37:09Z 2026-09-18T14:37:09Z Signals on valuation and operating performance matter for haulers, suppliers, and M&A watchers. Cartons and plastics are reshaping residential recycling streams faster than systems can adapt https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-9e6c0f780e 2026-09-18T11:41:00Z 2026-09-18T11:41:00Z Operators and MRF owners need to track changing feedstock mix, not just household growth, to protect recovery rates and end-market value. EPA drops PFAS permit guidance, leaving state wastewater regulators with less direction https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-eca3f50aab 2026-09-18T11:40:00Z 2026-09-18T11:40:00Z The rollback may slow permit language changes that affect landfill and industrial discharge compliance planning. Google and NASA AI spots more landfill methane leaks from orbit https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-9c20e2f34a 2026-09-18T10:43:00Z 2026-09-18T10:43:00Z Better leak detection could sharpen landfill compliance, mitigation timing, and emissions-cost planning. Republic Services faces PSC complaint as state lawmaker escalates service dispute https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-893cd3396a 2026-09-18T10:36:28Z 2026-09-18T10:36:28Z Regulatory complaints can signal route disruption, customer pressure, and closer scrutiny for large haulers. Outagamie County pulls 2,000 pounds of batteries as fire risk mounts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-838f78c22b 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z Battery drop-offs can create costly fire exposure for MRFs, transfer stations, and collection fleets. Reading Terminal Market’s organics program draws EPA attention after diverting over 1 million pounds https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-122c3cf464 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z A high-visibility diversion program shows how source separation can cut disposal volume and improve organics economics. Philly zero-waste push could reshape disposal routes and processing demand https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-d12b4b5cfa 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z A 60% diversion target would pressure haulers, MRFs, and disposal partners to adapt contracts and capacity. Blackstone and Brookfield line up a potential take-private bid for GFL https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-563e04c02f 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z A deal of this size could reset leverage, pricing power, and consolidation pressure across North American hauling. PFAS controls are only part of the problem for waste operators https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-dbda257bdb 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z 2026-09-18T10:00:00Z Operators still face upstream contamination, downstream handling, and cost pressure even when rules tighten. California Waste Solutions adds household battery collection to San José recycling routes https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-bay-area-1-f15369ec48 2026-09-18T01:20:29Z 2026-09-18T01:20:29Z Battery diversion affects contamination risk, customer education, and downstream fire prevention for haulers and MRFs. Buddy CEO’s new book targets the knowledge gap in modern scrapyards https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:recycling-today-9552043e84 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z Aimed at new hires and young managers, the guide speaks to training, cash flow, and yard decisions. Contract watch: PLASTIC FRONT END LOAD CONTAINERS https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-292460 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z City of Tampa has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-09-22. Contract watch: TRASH AND RECYCLING DUMPSTERS https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:philadelphia-open-b2728065 2026-09-19T15:57:23Z 2026-09-19T15:57:23Z Philadelphia, PA has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-09-22. Contract watch: PRICE TERM AGREEMENT FOR RENTAL OF ROLL-OFF DUMPSTERS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION AND OTHER VARIOUS... https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-238269 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z County of Hawaii has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-09-24. Contract watch: Notice of Intent to Purchase Recycling Carts from a National Cooperative Contract https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-303526 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z Township of Middletown has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-09-25. Contract watch: Refuse and Recycling Containers and Lifters https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-283421 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z Houston-Galveston Area Council has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-10-01. Contract watch: Bulk Waste Container and Waste Removal Services https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-303655 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z City of Norfolk has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-10-05. Contract watch: Trash, Recycle and Waste Removal for Gainesville Regional Utilities https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-303828 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z Gainesville Regional Utilities has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-10-16. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 Heil Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260315fl-ready-line 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Front End Loader. location not listed. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Kenworth L770 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260263fl-ready-line 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $356,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260260fl-ready-line 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $359,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2025 Peterbilt 520 McNeilus Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-trucks-and-parts-tw1260261fl-ready-line 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Front End Loader. location not listed. $359,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2025 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1817623-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-587500-peterbilt-520 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1927910-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618771-peterbilt-520 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1927911-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618772-peterbilt-520 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Peterbilt 520 mount-ready chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rush-1928162-https-www-rushtruckcenters-com-truck-inventory-618822-peterbilt-520 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z 2026-09-13T13:22:47Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Rush Crane Systems. Call for price. Verified listing source included. Funding watch: Diesel Refuse Truck Replacement Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12342-6fbd73a6 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 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 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z Washington. Application close: July 20, 2026. 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 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 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: Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Reduction Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-11973-f716fff6 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z Connecticut. Application close: close date not listed. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) allocates a portion of its designated funds from the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust for the replacement or repower of eligible heavy-duty on-road vehicles through its Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program (Program). The Program provides funding in the following amounts. 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: close date not listed. 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 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 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 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 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 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 2026-09-13T14:33:17Z 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. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste Transportation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-transportation-6bbfb249 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z 2026-09-19T15:52:02Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: SWANA-EREF Webinar: Rising Temperatures, Rising Risks: Managing ETLFs Effectively https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:swana-eref-webinar-rising-temperatures-rising-risks-managing-etlfs-eff-2026-09-22-58f302f420 2026-09-14T16:00:36Z 2026-09-14T16:00:36Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Sep 22, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Heartland Conference https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:heartland-conference-2026-09-23-e43bea2d39 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Sep 23, 2026. Shangri-La Resort, Afton, OK. Industry calendar: Public Meeting: Overview of the 2025 California Waste Tire Market Report Workshop https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:public-meeting-overview-of-the-2025-california-waste-tire-market-repor-2026-09-23-96104f0413 2026-09-14T16:02:26Z 2026-09-14T16:02:26Z CalRecycle. Sep 23, 2026. CalEPA Building, Sierra Hearing Room, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: Sustainable Materials and Recycling Policy (September) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:sustainable-materials-and-recycling-policy-september-2026-09-23-879667d1c0 2026-09-14T16:04:05Z 2026-09-14T16:04:05Z Northeast Recycling Council. Sep 23, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: Zero Food Waste Webinars https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:zero-food-waste-webinars-2026-09-23-5814e84bc8 2026-08-10T10:15:39Z 2026-08-10T10:15:39Z Northern California Recycling Association. Sep 23, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: Wisconsin Trash Can Open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:wisconsin-trash-can-open-2026-09-24-d1d51908bd 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Sep 24, 2026. The Oaks Golf Course – Cottage Grove, WI. Industry calendar: Fall Safety & Standards Meeting https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:fall-safety-standards-meeting-2026-09-28-5a43bb8746 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Sep 28, 2026. St. Louis, MO. Industry calendar: Maryland Trash Can Open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:maryland-trash-can-open-2026-09-29-58b217d970 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z 2026-09-14T16:01:15Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Sep 29, 2026. Turf Valley Resort – Ellicott City, Maryland. Break Room job lead: Head of Vocation-Specific Indirect Distribution and Service Channels https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o051zfwp 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-ogvnafwi 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Production Supervisor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-orywafwf 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Prototype Engineering Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oacyafw4 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Quality Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-omzuafwj 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Solutions Technician https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o7scafwv 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z Autocar. 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 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 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 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z 2026-09-19T15:52:01Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted.