Winter 2026 has made its presence known across North America and it isn’t over yet. From record-breaking snowfall in the Carolinas to freezing temperatures stretching as far south as Florida, recent storms have disrupted operations across large parts of the continent. With forecasts calling for some regions to experience the coldest temperatures in a decade.

Turning UCO Collection into a Data-Driven Business: How Otodata Is Simplifying Monitoring for Collectors

In Northern Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where deep freezes demand deep reliability, Ritchie Lakeland Oil Company stands out as a beacon of service, grit, and generational pride. At the heart of this operation is Matt Ritchie — third-generation leader, operations manager, and proud steward of a legacy that began in 1969 with his grandparents.

Barton Petroleum, a trusted supplier of kerosene, diesel and other liquid fuels across the UK, has partnered with Otodata—a global leader in remote tank monitoring—to bring smarter fuel management to British homes and businesses.

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and circular economies, the used cooking oil (UCO) market is quietly transforming waste into opportunity. Once just considered a disposable byproduct of food preparation, UCO is now a valuable resource fueling innovation across industries—from renewable energy to animal nutrition and even cosmetics.