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Waste Connections, Inc. is a leading provider in the All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services industry, headquartered in the United States. The company operates across various regions, delivering comprehensive waste collection, recycling, and disposal solutions tailored to diverse community and commercial needs. Founded in 1997, Waste Connections has established a strong market presence through strategic acquisitions and a focus on sustainable waste management practices.
The organisation’s core services include waste collection, transfer, and disposal, with a commitment to environmentally responsible operations. Its unique approach combines local expertise with innovative waste management technologies, setting it apart within the industry. Recognised for its operational efficiency and customer service, Waste Connections continues to be a notable player in North America’s waste management sector.
+4 vs industry average
Waste Connections’s score of 19 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Waste Connections, an US-headquartered company in "All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services", reported its Scope 1 emissions as approximately 7.71 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions as approximately 97.92 million kg CO2e for 2024. For 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were about 7.72 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were around 100.54 million kg CO2e. In 2022, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 7.27 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 100.19 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 1.08 billion kg CO2e.
Waste Connections has set a long-term target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2033, against a 2019 baseline. The company also had a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2024, also from a 2019 baseline. Waste Connections has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi); however, its near-term commitment status is currently listed as "Commitment removed" or "Expired commitment" as of October 2023.
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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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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