Rutherford County, Tennessee has signed a five-year contract with WM of Tennessee for waste transportation from a new transfer station. Meanwhile, Colorado aims to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas producers by 60% by 2030 through a groundbreaking legislative measure. In Benton County, public opposition is growing against Republic Services' proposed landfill expansion, which local officials are allegedly suppressing by limiting public comment. In Chatsworth, California, a street has been cluttered with illegally dumped construction debris, prompting city officials to announce new legislation to hold offenders accountable. Additionally, Monarch Waste Technologies has launched a new pyrolysis facility in Alabama, reflecting advancements in non-incineration waste management technology. The waste management industry continues to evolve amid challenges, with companies like GFL focusing on growth through recruitment and training.