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Plastic Waste Landfill Treatment
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Casella Waste Systems, Inc Sustainability Profile

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Casella Waste Systems, Inc., commonly referred to as Casella, is a leading provider of integrated waste management services headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1975, the company has established a strong presence across the northeastern and mid-Atlantic regions, offering innovative solutions in waste collection, recycling, and resource management. With a commitment to sustainability, Casella distinguishes itself through its comprehensive range of services, including commercial and residential waste disposal, recycling programmes, and organics management. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its recycling capabilities and enhancing its landfill operations, positioning itself as a key player in the waste management industry. Casella's dedication to environmental stewardship and customer service has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in waste solutions.

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic Waste Landfill Treatment industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Casella Waste Systems, Inc's score of 24 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Casella Waste Systems, Inc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Casella Waste Systems, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 337,573,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 56,476,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6,588,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 244,329,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amount to about 59,847,800 kg CO2e. Casella has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 40% decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2010 baseline by 2030. This goal follows a previous achievement of a 45% reduction in absolute GHG emissions between 2005 and 2010. Additionally, the company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, reflecting its commitment to long-term sustainability. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Casella Waste Systems, Inc. As part of its climate strategy, Casella is actively working to implement various initiatives to meet its reduction targets and enhance its overall sustainability performance.

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Scope 1
215,826,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 3
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000,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Casella Waste Systems, Inc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Casella Waste Systems, Inc's primary industry is Plastic Waste Landfill Treatment, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Casella Waste Systems, Inc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Casella Waste Systems, Inc is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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