Waste Connections
Waste Connections, Inc., a leading waste management company headquartered in the United States, has established itself as a prominent player in the solid waste industry since its founding in 1997. With a strong operational presence across North America, including major regions such as the western and southern United States, the company provides comprehensive waste collection, recycling, and disposal services.
Recognised for its commitment to sustainability, Waste Connections offers innovative solutions that prioritise environmental responsibility. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with a customer-centric focus, ensuring efficient service delivery. Over the years, Waste Connections has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. Today, it stands as one of the largest waste management firms in North America, known for its reliability and dedication to community service.
+11 vs industry average
Waste Connections’s score of 28 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Wastewater Treatment is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Wastewater Treatment industry has increased its overall emissions by 292% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Waste Connections's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Waste Connections reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 7.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 98 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1.2 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2033, with a near-term goal to achieve this reduction by 2024. This commitment reflects Waste Connections's dedication to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within the solid waste management sector. The emissions data is sourced directly from Waste Connections, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company has actively disclosed its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact reporting. Waste Connections continues to work towards its long-term climate commitments while navigating the challenges of the waste management industry.
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Waste Connections’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2033
30% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30%
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
5 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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