Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc., a leading provider in the waste management industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest, South, and West Coast. Specialising in solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal services, Republic Services is committed to sustainability and innovative waste solutions. Their unique approach includes advanced recycling technologies and a focus on reducing landfill waste, setting them apart in the market. With a robust portfolio of services, Republic Services has earned recognition as one of the largest waste management companies in the nation, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings and environmental stewardship accolades. Their dedication to operational excellence and community engagement solidifies their position as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Republic Services's score of 39 is higher than 85% 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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Republic Services reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 13,003,979,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 172,968,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 2,397,385,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes, including significant contributions from purchased goods and services (1,202,761,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (435,217,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes an interim goal of achieving a 10% reduction by 2025. As of 2022, Republic Services reported a 9.3% reduction in emissions compared to the 2017 baseline, indicating progress towards their interim target. Republic Services is committed to aligning its operations with climate science, focusing on reducing emissions from its solid waste management services, which encompass collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and energy services. The company’s proactive approach to sustainability reflects its dedication to mitigating climate change impacts while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,275,194,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 212,126,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,753,684,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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