August 14, 2020

ISWA & UN: e-Waste in landfills means billions lost from recovery – you can help!

As reported in the July 29, 2020, digital news by Environmental Business International Electronic waste represents billions in lost value A record 53.6 million metric tonnes (Mt) of electronic waste … Continue reading ISWA & UN: e-Waste in landfills means billions lost from recovery – you ...

August 13, 2020

Streamlining the Federal Environmental Review Process – FAST-41

The Pros and Cons of FAST-41 Title 41 of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act, 42 U.S.C. § 4370m et seq., commonly known as the FAST-41 program, provides a set … Continue reading Streamlining the Federal Environmental Review Process – FAST-41

August 10, 2020

If you want to learn more about safety, ask Bill Lape!

pro·di·gious   That’s Bill Lape in a word. Bill is a Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator, a Certified Refrigeration Service Technician, and a member of the National Board of Directors of … Continue reading If you want to learn more about safety, ask Bill Lape!

August 7, 2020

SCS Engineers Launches the SCS Learning Center – Strategic Planning for Financial Security

SCS Engineers is known for sharing best practices, and now we’re expanding our video library online in the SCS Learning Center. Our first video is for Solid Waste Managers and … Continue reading SCS Engineers Launches the SCS Learning Center – Strategic Planning for Financial Security ...

August 6, 2020

Considerations for landfill closures start from the day a site is permitted…

… according to the experts, and continue through its active life. All along, operators should consider what they will need to show regulators once they are ready to install the … Continue reading Considerations for landfill closures start from the day a site is permitted…

August 5, 2020

Alliant Energy to operate at 100% net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

Utility Dive reports that Alliant Energy announced its commitment to net-zero carbon emissions from its electricity by 2050. The “new aspirational goal” reduces carbon emissions by 50% below 2005 levels … Continue reading Alliant Energy to operate at 100% net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

August 3, 2020

Running Landfill Operations While Facing EPA Regulation Limbo, Staff Shortages, and Funding Dilemmas

Being a landfill operator or owner is a demanding job. Your position requires knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, business, technology, and psychology. Most people don’t realize the complexity of landfill … Continue reading Running Landfill Operations While Facing EPA Regulation Limbo, Staff Shortages, and Funding Dilemmas ...

July 31, 2020

Industrial Hygiene in Breweries

During the mash, sparge, and boil, the brewing staff are exposed to both high ambient air temperature and high-temperature liquids. High air temperature can lead to heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke (deadly), especially if the outside air temperature is already elevated during the summer months and if ...

July 29, 2020

San Bernardino County’s 500-acre San Timoteo Landfill Upgrades

San Bernardino County’s almost 500-acre San Timoteo landfill upgraded with gas monitoring and controls that manage its four blowers, flare station, pumps, valves, thermocouples, and other devices. There are 340 … Continue reading San Bernardino County’s 500-acre San Timoteo Landfill Upgrades

July 27, 2020

Dynamic Compaction – An Effective and Viable Option for Land Redevelopment

Developers and city planners want sustainable solutions that are financially reasonable. While dynamic compaction may sound like a crude methodology, it plays a vital role in improving substandard foundations. If you are considering redevelopment of a landfill, Brownfield, or other property where the foundation is currently unsuitable, consider establishing ...