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The Sour Scoop

At Sourgum Waste, we want to help you live sustainably. Learn about the environment, recycling, DIY home improvement, and more-straight from the experts.

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

2025-04-02

Sourgum, the technology leader modernizing waste and recycling services, today announced the close of its $12.5 million Series A funding round. The capital will enable Sourgum to expand its reach and help multi-location businesses streamline and optimize their waste operations through innovative, data-driven technology.
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Recycling Plastic at Construction Sites: A Plastic Free July Initiative


Boost sustainability and meet client demands for eco-friendly practices as you learn how to effectively recycle plastic at construction sites.
wooden dumpster enclosure

How to Build a Dumpster Enclosure in 6 Steps

Publish date: 5/30/2025

A DIY guide on how to build a trash enclosure to keep out unwanted visitors and combat illegal dumping.
A clear glass bottle ready to be recycled

How to Recycle Glass the Right Way

Publish date: 5/30/2025

Learn which glass products can and cannot be recycled, why recycle glass matters, and what you can do to make sure glass doesn't go into landfills.
A pile of pollution on a sunny beach

Water Pollution Statistics

5/30/2025

Updated November 2022. Water pollution statistics in the United Sates and around the world. The statistics you need to know about water pollution and how it relates to your health.
A blue couch that can be recycled

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

Publish date: 5/30/2025

Learn why it's important to recycled furniture. How to reduce, reuse, and recycle furniture. Even how to ppcycle furniture to repurpose it and keep it out of landfills.
when to rent a dumpster vs junk removal service

Do You Need a Dumpster Rental or Junk Removal Services?

2024-03-19

How to decide when it's best to rent a dumpster and when it's best to get a junk removal service.
concrete, vinyl, chain link, and wooden dumpster enclosures.

The Best Types of Trash Enclosures

2023-06-19

A breakdown of the top 4 types of dumpster enclosures and the best uses for each one.

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11 Rewarding Careers in the Waste Industry

2023-06-16

A breakdown of some of the top careers in waste management and what is needed to get a role in the field.

Two hands bringing puzzle pieces together

How to Partner With Companies to Grow Your Roofing Business

2023-06-15

Learn about the trending strategic partnerships roofing businesses are developing to grow their business, from waste removal services to construction technology apps.

Landfill emissions

How Do Landfills Work?

2023-05-15

From the 4 layer system to capping, modern landfills are a complicated and regulated facility designed to handle waste.

construction worker using laptop on site

10 Construction Technology Companies Transforming Construction

2023-05-15

Technology has finally reached the construction industry, and these are the top 10 construction tech companies changing the game.

woman spring cleaning bedroom

The Best Spring Cleaning Checklist: Room-by-Room

2023-04-21

The ultimate spring cleaning checklist to get your house in order.
Dumpster in driveway of orange house

20 Reasons Why You Need to Rent a Dumpster

2023-02-28

Find out 20 reasons why you may want to rent a dumpster, from moving to landscaping renovations.

A picture of a house with a lot of junk in front

How to Help Someone With Hoarding Disorder

2023-02-23

This guide will help you navigate dealing with a loved one's hoarding disorder.

The Sourgum Waste team in front of the NYC skyline

Alliance Disposal Becomes Sourgum Waste

2022-09-22

We've rebranded to better represent our product and mission for a sustainable future.
Food waste going into a composting bin.

How to Avoid Food Waste and Save Money

2022-09-21

While it may seem unavoidable, there are ways you can reduce your household's food waste.
A rotary phone upcycled to a lamp

What Is Upcycling and Why Is It Important?

2021-08-29

Upcycling is the act of taking an item no longer in use and giving it a second life and new function by repairing, refurbishing or repurposing the item.
An overfilled garbage can with household trash

7 Easy Ways to Reduce Household Waste

2021-06-28

Americans produce 5.9 pounds of garbage per day on average. Adding up to over 2,000 pounds of garbage per year, which has a negative impact on the environment.
Plastic bales outside ready for recycling

Where Does Trash Go?

2021-06-14

Find out where trash ends up after you throw it out. Waste disposal is a common part of modern life, but most of us don't stop to think about where our trash ends up.
A TV that is not ready to be recycled

How to Get Rid of a TV


Discover the most environmentally friendly way to properly recycle your old TV to help protect the environment.
Alliance Disposal truck in front of a customer's house surrounded by trees

Alliance Disposal Celebrates Planting 2,000 Trees!

2021-01-15

Alliance Disposal, a technology and waste management company, is closer to achieving their goal of eliminating waste with the planting of their 2,000th tree!
Disposing of a window cleaner bottle and paper towels

Disposing of Everyday Household Items

2020-11-25

Learn the the most sustainable ways to dispose of common household items that you probably use every day. Help divert waste from landfills and cleanup the environment.
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How Long Does It Take for Trash to Decompose?

2020-11-24

Find out how long it takes for plastic, glass and other materials to decompose. Learn about the different types of decomposition and the landfill decomposition process.
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What Scrap Metal Can Be Recycled (And What Can’t)


Facts and information about scrap metal recycling. Learn about the different types of scrap metal and how to recycle each one. Put money in your pocket while helping the environment.
Plastic bottle junk removal

Junk Removal Statistics

2020-10-28

Find out about junk removal statistics and the waste management Industry. History, facts, surprising details. Learn from insider knowledge.
Apple food waste on the ground

From Trash to Treasure - Composting

2020-10-26

Food waste is a big issue, taking up the most space in our landfills. There is only one way we can do our part to curb this issue, composting!
Different colored recycling bins for glass, plastic, paper, and metal

US Recycling Stats and Ways to Improve

2020-10-26

Recycling is an essential part of environmental protection In the United States. Learn about the current state of recycling and how to improve in the US
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E-waste Statistics

2020-08-12

Updated e-waste stats including global and North American numbers For 2019. Also learn how to recycle electronics.
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Environmental Wellness

2020-07-20

Learn what environmental wellness is, why it matters, and how to respect the environment while staying healthy.
Canvas bags of zero waste products

The Best List of Zero Waste Products for Your Home

2020-07-06

Learn about products that are better for the environment and your wallet. Buying Zero Waste Products helps reduce your landfill footprint.
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Food Waste Statistics

2020-07-06

Statistics on US food waste. The main causes of food waste. Tips on how to reduce food waste for homes and businesses.
A helpful guide on Easy Recycling practices

How to Make Recycling Simple


A simple guide to simple recycling techniques. Covering how to recycle, curbside recycling best practices, utilizing, recycling drop off, and what can be recycled.