Republic Services, Inc.

Republic Services, Inc., along with its affiliated entities, stands as a prominent provider of environmental solutions throughout the United States. The company specializes in comprehensive waste management, encompassing the collection, transfer, and responsible disposal of non-hazardous solid waste. Additionally, it offers extensive services for the collection and processing of recyclable materials, complemented by other specialized environmental offerings. Its diverse collection operations cater to various needs, from residential curbside pickups to supplying waste and recycling containers, and renting compactors. Republic Services also plays a significant role in the processing and subsequent sale of recovered commodities such as old corrugated cardboard, newsprint, aluminum, and glass. The firm's service portfolio extends to operating landfills and transfer stations, managing the disposal of non-hazardous solid and liquid waste, and providing in-plant services, including transportation and logistics support. Its clientele includes residential households, small-container commercial businesses, and large-container industrial facilities. As of December 31, 2021, Republic Services boasted a substantial operational footprint across 41 states. This infrastructure comprised 356 collection operations, 239 transfer stations, 198 active landfills, and 71 recycling processing centers. Furthermore, it managed 6 saltwater disposal wells, 7 deep injection wells, and 3 facilities dedicated to treatment, recovery, and disposal. Demonstrating a commitment to sustainable practices, the company also operated 77 projects focused on converting landfill gas to energy and other renewable energy initiatives, in addition to overseeing 124 closed landfills. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.