Sorter at Republic Services in Hazelwood, MO | Kablio

Sorter at Republic Services in Hazelwood, MO | Kablio

Company

Overview

1981

Year Founded

Established as a regional waste hauler.

$16 Billion

2024 Revenue

Annual revenue achieved in 2024.

$2+ Billion

2024 Net Income

Net income for the year 2024.

It operates collection, transfer, recycling centers, landfills and energy‑from‑waste facilities across the U.S.
Typical projects include curbside residential pickup, commercial/industrial waste hauling, recycling operations and landfill gas‑to‑energy plants.
Specialisms span residential and commercial collection, industrial waste services, recycling processing, hazardous waste treatment, and renewable energy generation.

Culture + Values

Safe – We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
Committed to Serve – We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
Environmentally Responsible – We take action to improve our environment.
Driven – We deliver results in the right way.
Human-centered – We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

Environment + Sustainability

35% emissions reduction

Net-zero greenhouse gas target

Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

15% emissions reduction

Early achievement of interim target

Reduced operational greenhouse gas emissions by 15% as of 2023, meeting the 2025 interim target two years early.

40% material recovery increase

Resource recovery goal

Aims to increase the recovery of key materials by 40% by 2030, supporting circularity and resource efficiency.

50% biogas reuse increase

Biogas beneficial reuse target

Committed to increasing biogas sent to beneficial reuse by 50% by 2030, enhancing renewable energy generation.

Open five new renewable natural gas plants; renewable-energy portfolio includes 86 projects
Deploy collision-avoidance cameras on collection trucks (2,200+ units)
Pace electrification: goal for 50% of new refuse vehicle purchases to be EVs by 2028
Initiatives include landfill-gas-to-energy, polymer center for plastics circularity, recycling and organics programs
Employee engagement goal: maintain ≥ 88% by 2030 (supports sustainability culture)

Inclusion & Diversity

50% Ethnically Diverse Workforce

Diverse Workforce Representation

Half of the company's workforce is composed of ethnically diverse individuals, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.

38% Leadership Roles by Women

Women in Top Leadership

38% of top leadership positions within the company are held by women, showcasing progress toward gender equality.

$75.8M with Diverse Suppliers

Diverse Supplier Spending

The company spent $75.8 million with certified diverse suppliers in 2022, aiming for $150 million by 2025.

82% Employee Satisfaction

Employee Satisfaction Rating

82% of employees rated the company as a great place to work in a 2024 survey, reflecting a supportive workplace culture.

Established MOSAIC Council in 2013 to drive inclusion efforts, including recruiting partnerships, training, leadership development, and business resource group support.
Removed college-degree requirements for many roles to broaden access and inclusivity.
Aims to achieve 50% diversity in leadership roles by 2030.

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