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Casella Waste Systems, Inc

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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How does Casella Waste Systems, Inc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

31

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Casella Waste Systems, Inc's score of 31 is higher than 50% 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 figure includes 56,476,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,588,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 244,329,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 598,478,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Casella has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 291,231,000 kg CO2e, which included 634,676,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,170,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a significant focus on managing emissions across various scopes, particularly in their operational activities. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented, Casella Waste Systems is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy. The company continues to navigate the complexities of waste management while addressing its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Casella Waste Systems, Inc's primary industry is Plastic waste for treatment: landfill, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Casella Waste Systems, Inc is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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