Beneficial Use News

Administrator Zeldin Announces Major EPA Actions to Combat PFAS Contamination
2025-04-28 -- A long list that included in part the designation of an agency lead for PFAS, the creation of effluent limitations guidelines (ELGs) for certain PFAS to stop these forever chemicals from entering drinking water systems, and initiatives to engage with Congress and industry to establish a clear liability framework that ensures the polluter pays and passive receivers are protected. -- [full text]
[US EPA]

C&D World session preview: The future of C&D recycling
2025-03-04 -- During the opening keynote at C&D World 2025, Susan Robinson will discuss key challenges, emerging trends and practical sustainability and business strategies related to the future of C&D recycling. -- [full text]
[Construction & Demolition Recycling]

EPA Administrator Zeldin Celebrates First Month of Trump Administration Accomplishments
2025-03-02 -- The newly announced Powering the Great American Comeback initiative consists of five pillars that will guide the EPA’s work over the first 100 days and beyond. -- [full text]
[US EPA]

C&D World session preview: A 360-degree view of concrete recycling
2025-02-19 -- At C&D World 2025, panelists will share insights into the benefits of aggregate recycling, challenges and opportunities operators face and equipment used to prepare and crush concrete. -- [full text]
[Construction & Demolition Recycling]

Lee M. Zeldin Sworn in as 17th EPA Administrator
2025-01-30 -- On January 29, 2025, Lee Zeldin was sworn in as the 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Administrator Zeldin will work closely with the dedicated career officials at the agency to fulfill the agency’s mission to protect human health and the environment. -- [full text]
[US EPA]