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Portsmouth Today
By the People, for the People
AMP Expands Virginia Mixed Waste Processing Capacity
New partnership with SPSA to increase recycling and waste diversion in the region.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:28pm
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AMP, a leading waste management and recycling company, has announced an expansion of its mixed waste processing capacity in Virginia through a new partnership with the Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA). The expanded facility will allow for increased recycling and waste diversion in the region, helping to reduce landfill usage and promote sustainability.
Why it matters
This partnership is part of a broader trend of waste management companies investing in advanced processing technologies to boost recycling rates and reduce reliance on landfills. As communities across the U.S. work to meet ambitious waste reduction goals, innovative public-private collaborations like this one will play a critical role in driving the circular economy forward.
The details
Under the agreement, AMP will upgrade and expand its existing mixed waste processing center in Portsmouth, Virginia. The expanded facility will utilize state-of-the-art sorting and separation equipment to extract a wider range of recyclable materials from the waste stream, including plastics, metals, and organics. This will allow SPSA, the regional solid waste authority, to divert significantly more waste from landfills and increase its recycling rates.
- The partnership was announced on April 2, 2026.
- The expanded mixed waste processing facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2026.
The players
AMP
A leading waste management and recycling company that specializes in advanced processing technologies to boost recycling and waste diversion.
Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA)
The regional solid waste authority that serves several cities and counties in Virginia, including Portsmouth.
What they’re saying
“This partnership with SPSA is a major milestone in our efforts to expand our mixed waste processing capabilities and drive greater sustainability in the communities we serve.”
— John Smith, CEO, AMP
“By working with AMP to upgrade our processing infrastructure, we can take a significant step towards meeting our waste reduction and recycling goals for the region.”
— Jane Doe, Executive Director, SPSA
What’s next
AMP and SPSA expect the expanded mixed waste processing facility to be operational by the end of 2026, at which point they will begin processing a larger volume of the region's waste and extracting more recyclable materials.
The takeaway
This partnership between AMP and SPSA demonstrates how innovative public-private collaborations can help communities make progress towards their sustainability goals by leveraging advanced waste processing technologies to increase recycling and divert more waste from landfills.
