Commonwealth Waste Transportation
May 20
How CWT Supports Single-Stream Recycling for New England Municipalities
For towns and cities across New England, single-stream recycling has made it easier than ever for residents to recycle. By allowing paper, plastic, and metal to go into one bin, participation rates have increased, and that’s a win for local sustainability goals. But on the logistics side, single-stream systems create new challenges for collection, hauling, and processing.
What Is Single-Stream Recycling?
Single-stream recycling is a system where all recyclable materials are collected together, rather than separated by type. Residents place everything into one container, which simplifies the process and typically leads to higher participation.
The challenge comes after collection. Once mixed recyclables are picked up, they need to be transported to a material recovery facility (MRF) that’s equipped to sort everything properly. That’s where timing, equipment, and experience all come into play.
How CWT Keeps Recycling Programs Running
We work with towns to provide tailored transportation plans that match their recycling volume, schedule, and facility access. Here’s how we help:
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Coordinate hauls based on pickup volume and facility capacity
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Offer walking floor trailers that make unloading at MRFs efficient and safe
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Adjust schedules during peak seasons or special collection days
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Maintain communication with both the municipality and the receiving facility to prevent backups or delays
Because our team understands both the hauling side and the operational needs of recovery centers, we’re able to create hauling solutions that work—not just in theory, but in real-world New England weather, traffic, and terrain.
Why Municipalities Choose CWT
We’ve been working alongside municipalities for over two decades, and we know the importance of consistency, safety, and clear communication. Our experienced drivers and dispatchers make sure each load of recyclables gets where it needs to go, on time and without surprises.
Whether your town is just starting a single-stream program or looking to improve an existing one, we’re here to help make it work. We’re not just a vendor, we’re a partner in your long-term success.
We proudly serve communities from Fitchburg and Westbrook to Middletown and beyond. If you’d like to learn more about our professional waste transportation services for New England businesses and municipalities, contact Commonwealth Waste Transportation today.