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Republic Services

Plastic Waste Landfill TreatmentUnited StatesNYSE: RSG
Last verified 1 month agorepublicservices.com

Republic Services, Inc., a leading provider in the plastic waste treatment industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a key player in landfill management and waste disposal, focusing on sustainable solutions for plastic waste. With operations spanning across major regions in the US, Republic Services offers a comprehensive range of services, including waste collection, recycling, and landfill operations.

What sets Republic Services apart is its commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation in waste management practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in recycling technology and landfill gas-to-energy projects, reinforcing its market position as a responsible waste management leader. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Republic Services continues to shape the future of waste treatment, making it a vital partner for communities and businesses alike.

36
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+22 vs industry average

Republic Services’s score of 36 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Republic Services’s sustainability team

Tony Fritz

Tony Fritz

Director of Sustainability

Kristin S.

Kristin S.

Director, Sustainability Solutions

Industry Intensity

Very High

Plastic Waste Landfill Treatment is among the most carbon-intensive industries

Industry performance

1.588
20182025

The Plastic Waste Landfill Treatment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027

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Reported emissions

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Republic Services's reported carbon emissions

Republic Services, a US-based company operating in the plastic waste for treatment: landfill sector, has set ambitious climate commitments. For 2024, the company reported a total of approximately 15.9 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 13.6 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 185.2 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 amounted to approximately 2 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services contributing the largest portion.

Republic Services has a Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) approved goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline year. They have also established an interim target to achieve a 10% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. In 2022, the company reported a 9.3% reduction in absolute operational GHG emissions from the 2017 baseline, indicating they are on track to meet their interim target. In 2024, Republic achieved a 20% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from the 2017 baseline, resulting in a total Scope 1 and Scope 2 decrease of 20% since 2017.

The company's 2024 Scope 3 emissions breakdown shows significant contributions from various categories: fuel and energy-related activities (about 433 million kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (about 454 million kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (about 336 million kg CO2e). Emissions from capital goods were approximately 481.8 million kg CO2e, and employee commute contributed around 149.4 million kg CO2e. Other notable Scope 3 categories include waste generated in operations (about 108 million kg CO2e) and upstream leased assets (about 6.3 million kg CO2e). Investments contributed approximately 26.8 million kg CO2e, and the use of sold products resulted in about 9.3 million kg CO2e.

Republic Services is committed to reducing its environmental impact through various initiatives, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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Republic Services’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

1 goal

2030

35% reduction in all scopes

Goal: Reduce absolute total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions 35% by 2030. Scope 1 emissions include emissions from landfills and fleet…

At risk35%

2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

10 of 15 categories disclosed
Capital Goods24%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution23%
Fuel & Energy Activities22%
Purchased Goods & Services17%
Employee Commuting7%
Waste Generated in Operations5%
Investments1%
Business Travel1%
Capital Goods24%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution23%
Fuel & Energy Activities22%
Purchased Goods & Services17%
Employee Commuting7%
Waste Generated in Operations5%
Investments1%
Business Travel1%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

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RE 100

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Climate Action 100

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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36
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GBWastewater Treatment
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Renewi logoRenewi
GBOther Services
9 hours ago
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Advanced Disposal Services, Inc. logoAdvanced Disposal Services, Inc.
USFood Waste Incineration
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WM Technology, Inc. logoWM Technology, Inc.
USComputer Services
1 month ago
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REMONDIS SE & Co. KG logoREMONDIS SE & Co. KG
DEReal Estate Services
7 days ago
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Reworld Waste logoReworld Waste
USOther Waste Collection
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Common questions about Republic Services’s sustainability data and climate commitments

Republic Services has set an ambitious climate goal to cut its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by roughly 35% by around 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with industry standards to limit global warming. The company also aims for an interim reduction of about 10% by 2025. These commitments demonstrate a strong industry-leading effort to decarbonize operations in the plastic waste for treatment: landfill sector and are on track based on recent progress reports.

Data year: 2024

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