The Sour Scoop

At Sourgum, we provide expert insights for individuals and businesses on waste management, recycling, environmental impact, and practical home improvement solutions.

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Waste360 Talks to Joe DiNardi-Mack About Balancing Modernization with Operational Realities

Published Nov 13, 2025

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Product Release 1.37.0: Empowering Customers with a Smarter Portal Experience

Published Nov 10, 2025

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Sourgum Brings Simple, Cost-Effective Waste and Recycling Solutions to Milwaukee

Published Nov 12, 2025

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Sourgum Expands to Des Moines, Iowa, Bringing Tech-Driven Waste and Recycling Services to the Region

Published Oct 22, 2025

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Waste Dive Highlights Sourgum’s Expansion Plans for 2026

Published Oct 15, 2025

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Sourgum Expands to Indianapolis, Bringing Tech-Driven Waste and Recycling Services to Indiana

Published Oct 9, 2025

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Cutting the Waste in Waste Management

Published Oct 9, 2025

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How Smarter Data Can Help Recycling Challenges

Published Oct 8, 2025

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Sourgum Unveils Fresh Visual Identity for the Next Era of Modernized Waste and Recycling Services

Published Sep 29, 2025

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Nashville Downtown

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Sourgum Expands to the Nashville Metro Area Bringing Revolutionary Waste Solutions to the Heart of Music City

Published Jul 9, 2025

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Downtown Lexington KY

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Sourgum Expands to Louisville Metro Area, Delivering Smarter Waste Solutions to Kentucky

Published Jul 16, 2025

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Sourgum Raises $12.5M Series A to Transform Waste and Recycling into a Tech-First Industry

Published Apr 3, 2025

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Recycling Plastic at Construction Sites

Published Jul 16, 2024

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Junk Removal vs. Dumpster Rental: What’s the Better Choice?

Published Mar 19, 2024

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The Best Types of Trash Enclosures

Published Jul 3, 2023

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9 Careers in the Waste and Recycling Industry

Published Jun 16, 2023

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7 Ways to Grow Your Roofing Business in 2025

Published Jun 15, 2023

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6 Steps to Build a Dumpster Enclosure

Published Jun 19, 2023

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How Do Landfills Work?

Published May 15, 2023

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The 9 Most Influential Construction Tech Companies of 2025

Published May 15, 2023

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20 Practical Uses for a Dumpster Rental

Published Feb 28, 2023

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The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Published Apr 28, 2023

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What Is Upcycling and Why Is It Important?

Published Jan 31, 2023

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7 Easy Ways to Reduce Household Waste

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Where Does Trash Go After It's Thrown Away?

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How to Get Rid of a TV

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Sourgum Celebrates Planting 2,000 Trees

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How to Dispose of Everyday Household Items Responsibly

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How Long Does It Take for Trash to Decompose?

Published Jan 31, 2023

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What Scrap Metal Can Be Recycled (And What Can’t)

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Junk Removal Statistics

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How Food Scraps Become Healthy Soil with Composting

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Recycling in the U.S.—9 Facts and Smarter Solutions

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How to Recycle Glass the Right Way

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Water Pollution Statistics

Published Jan 31, 2023

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7 Key Electronic Waste Statistics to Guide Responsible Disposal

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Recycling Furniture Won’t Save the Planet, But It’s a Good Start

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Why Environmental Wellness Matters More than Ever

Published Jan 31, 2023

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The Best Zero-Waste Products for Your Home

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Actionable Steps for Reducing Food Waste in the U.S.

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Alliance Disposal Becomes Sourgum Waste

Published Jan 31, 2023

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How to Avoid Food Waste and Save Money

Published Jan 31, 2023

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Recycling Made Simple—How to Reduce Waste and Support a Circular Economy

Published Jan 31, 2023

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