SUN JOURNAL • March 19, 2023
Casella has never explained why out-of-state waste is the only material it can use to stabilize sludge. Other landfill operators around the country utilize numerous other materials for sludge stabilization. Casella is also claiming that LD 1911 — which prohibited the land application of sludge or compost derived from sludge — has created more sludge than it can handle. Casella reported no increase in sludge disposal at Juniper Ridge Landfill since LD 1911 became law. Casella’s recent sudden decision to stop landfilling sludge at Juniper Ridge is a blatant attempt to undo vital legislation and is a classic bullying tactic. The company wants to see critical environmental laws overturned and is stoking fear to get its way. ~ Jackie Elliott, Don’t Waste ME; Dana Colihan, Slingshot; Peter Blair, Just Zero; Nora Bosworth, Conservation Law Foundation