Republic Services' Commitment to Sustainability: Leading the Way in Electric Waste and Recycling Trucks and Zero Waste to Landfills

February 22, 2023
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February 22, 2023

How Republic Services is reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainable waste management practices with its innovative technologies and ambitious sustainability goals.

Republic Services, one of the largest waste and recycling companies in the United States, is making significant strides towards reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainability. The company is committed to its goal of sending zero waste to landfills by 2030, and has recently announced plans to introduce a fleet of electric waste and recycling collection trucks.


The deployment of electric waste and recycling trucks is part of Republic Services' broader commitment to sustainability. The company recognizes that transportation is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions and has made a strategic decision to transition to electric vehicles to reduce its carbon footprint. The introduction of 2,500 electric waste and recycling collection trucks is expected to significantly reduce emissions and improve air quality in the communities where they operate. Furthermore, the electric trucks are expected to be quieter than traditional diesel-powered trucks, which could reduce noise pollution.


In addition to introducing electric vehicles, Republic Services is focused on promoting sustainable waste management practices. The company has set a goal to send zero waste to landfills by 2030, which is a significant undertaking considering the scale of its operations. To achieve this goal, Republic Services is implementing innovative technologies and processes to increase recycling rates and reduce contamination. The company is deploying a fleet of fully integrated residential recycling collection trucks equipped with technology that automates the sorting and processing of recyclable materials as they are collected. This is expected to reduce contamination and improve the overall efficiency of the recycling process.


Republic Services is also committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the use of renewable energy. The company has set targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 35% and to generate 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025. To achieve these goals, the company is investing in renewable energy projects, such as landfill gas-to-energy systems and solar power installations. Additionally, the company is implementing energy efficiency measures across its operations to reduce its overall energy consumption.


Overall, Republic Services is demonstrating its commitment to sustainability by implementing innovative technologies and processes, setting ambitious sustainability goals, and investing in renewable energy projects. The introduction of electric waste and recycling collection trucks is just one example of the company's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable waste management practices. As the company continues to make progress towards its sustainability goals, it is likely to set an example for other waste and recycling companies to follow.

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