GreenWaste releases 2023 Sustainability Report

GreenWaste, a full-service resource recovery and recycling company based in San Jose, California, has released its 2023 Sustainability Report. The report showcases strides toward the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals, and details a notable decrease in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

“We are immensely proud of the progress we have made towards our sustainability goals,” GreenWaste President and CEO Tracy Adams says. “Our 36.3 percent decrease in total combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions from our 2022 baseline is a remarkable testament to our entire company’s dedication to reducing our environmental footprint.”

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Highlights from GreenWaste’s 2023 Sustainability Report include:

• 36.3 percent decrease in GHG emissions: GreenWaste achieved a 36.3 percent decrease in total combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions from its 2022 baseline. GreenWaste’s 2030 goal is a reduction of 45 percent total combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions from its 2022 baseline.
• Enhanced safety metrics: GreenWaste investments in safety innovations and technologies helped drive improvements in safety metrics. GreenWaste says it remains steadfast in prioritizing the well-being of its employees and its safety-first culture.
• Transition to renewable fuels: Building on a 2022 transition to 100 percent renewable or alternative fuel powered collection fleet, GreenWaste completed the transition of its heavy equipment fleet in 2023 to 100 percent renewable fuel.
• Material diversion and transformation: In 2023, GreenWaste diverted more than 1.3 million tons of material from disposal, including more than 520,000 tons of yard trimmings, food scraps and other organic material that were transformed into renewable energy and organic mulch and compost.
• Diversity and inclusion: GreenWaste fosters diversity and inclusion within its workforce, with gender diversity increasing to 17 percent and 93 percent of its employee population identifying as a racial minority. The company says it remains dedicated to strengthening its diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered.

GreenWaste says the report underscores its dedication to advancing sustainability, transparency and accountability while providing the highest-quality services to its communities.

“At GreenWaste, we recognize the pivotal role that businesses play in addressing environmental challenges, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to driving positive change,” Adams says. “Our continued focus on innovation, safety, collaboration and responsible practices will guide us as we build a more sustainable future for generations to come.”

To learn more about GreenWaste’s sustainability program, visit here.