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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How does Republic Services's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wastewater Treatment industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Republic Services's score of 36 is higher than 65% 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 2024, Republic Services reported total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 13,800,000,000 kg CO2e in the US. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2023, when emissions were about 14,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes biogenic emissions from biogenic feedstocks. In addition to the long-term goal, Republic Services has established an interim target of achieving a 10% reduction in these emissions by 2025. As of 2022, the company reported a 9.3% reduction from the 2017 baseline, indicating progress towards its interim goal. Republic Services's emissions data is sourced directly from its own reporting, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is committed to enhancing its sustainability practices within the solid waste management sector, aligning its targets with global climate goals to limit warming to well below 2°C.
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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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