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GFL Environmental Inc., commonly referred to as GFL, is a leading provider in the solid waste combustors and incinerators industry, with its headquarters based in California. Established in 2007, the company has grown significantly, serving a broad range of clients across North America, including Canada and the United States. GFL specialises in waste management solutions, with a focus on environmentally responsible waste disposal through advanced incineration and combustion technologies.
The company's core offerings include waste collection, recycling, and specialised waste treatment services, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and regulatory compliance. GFL has earned a strong market position through its innovative approach and extensive operational footprint, making it a notable player in the solid waste industry. Its expertise in managing complex waste streams positions GFL as a trusted leader in environmentally conscious waste management solutions.
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Gfl Environmental’s score of 43 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
GFL Environmental, headquartered in CA and operating in the Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators industry, reported its latest emissions data for 2024, with total emissions amounting to approximately 5.70 billion kg CO2e. This figure is a sum of Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4.63 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 7.15 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 657.08 million kg CO2e.
In the preceding year, 2023, GFL Environmental's total emissions were approximately 5.00 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for 2023 were around 4.16 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 14.10 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 800.61 million kg CO2e.
GFL Environmental has set significant climate commitments, including a target for a 30% absolute reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. The company also aims for 100% renewable electricity usage at its own facilities by 2030, aligning with the International Energy Agency's (IEA) NetZero Roadmap. Furthermore, GFL Environmental aims to reduce its direct GHG emissions from operations to near zero by the middle of this decade. The company is also working towards having at least 85% of its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fleet powered by Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) by 2030, with a portion of this RNG sourced from its own landfills.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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