Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, and local community leaders celebrated the opening of Republic's state-of-the-art Salt River Recycling Center. The new facility will play a vital role in helping improve recycling rates in the Valley with higher capacity and more modern technology than its predecessor. The … [More]
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Republic Services Opens State-of-the-Art Recycling Center to Serve Phoenix and Valley Communities
51,000-square-foot facility will play a vital role in increasing recycling rates across the region
Republic Services Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for Eighth Consecutive Year
For the eighth consecutive year, Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). The company ranked first in its industry category on the North America Index and second on the World Index, which represent best-in-class sustainability benchmarks for the world's leading … [More]
Phoenix City Council Authorizes Development Agreement to Negotiate New Republic Services Headquarters
Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, has committed to relocating its corporate headquarters to a new, customized build at CityNorth, in the Desert Ridge area of Phoenix. This location is just minutes from the company’s current headquarters. Approximately 1,000 team members will work at the new campus. “Republic Services is one of … [More]
Republic Services Completes Acquisition of US Ecology
Republic Services, Inc. announced that it completed its acquisition of all outstanding shares of US Ecology, Inc. on May 2, 2022. The previously announced purchase price of $48 per share in cash represents a total value of $2.2 billion including debt net of cash acquired. US Ecology stock will be delisted from the NASDAQ Global Select Market. This transaction expands … [More]
Republic Services Unveils $2 Million Sponsorship to Fund New Sustainable Garden in Phoenix’s Hance Park
In celebration of Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. announced its $2 million sponsorship to the City of Phoenix to help revitalize downtown's Margaret T. Hance Park, transforming it into an iconic urban space that will help drive the city's civic, cultural and economic life. The Republic Services Charitable Foundation contribution will help fund the park's Republic Services … [More]
Republic Services to Acquire a Leading Environmental Solutions Company
Republic Services, Inc. and US Ecology, Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement under which Republic Services will acquire all outstanding shares of US Ecology for $48 per share in cash, representing a total value of approximately $2.2 billion including net debt of approximately $0.7 billion. US Ecology is a leading provider of environmental solutions offering … [More]
Republic Services Opens Industry’s First Technical Institute
Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, today unveiled its Technical Institute, the industry's first-ever diesel technician training program. As the need for skilled workers continues to increase, this investment offers best-in-class training, fully compensating students during the 12-week program. Graduates will immediately begin full-time … [More]
Republic Services among 3BL Media’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens for Second Consecutive Year
Republic Services, Inc. has been named to 3BL Media's 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021 ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies. This is the second consecutive year Republic has received this recognition. "Sustainability, people and ethics are at the heart of … [More]
Arizona Republic Parent Co. Collaborates to Offer Local Reach for National Advertisers
Gannett Co., Inc., owners of The Arizona Republic, and McClatchy, two of the most iconic and acclaimed local media companies, with deep roots in over 300 local communities, are offering national brands the ability to connect seamlessly and more meaningfully with local audiences across a vast multi-channel network. Advertisers will now be able to reach two-thirds of … [More]
Republic Services Charitable Foundation Awards Second Round of Committed to Serve Grants to NeighborWorks America for Small Business Revitalization
The Republic Services Charitable Foundation has awarded grants totaling $1 million to eight local affiliates of NeighborWorks America for revitalization projects benefiting small businesses that have suffered a downturn during the COVID-19 pandemic. These grants are part of the Company's previously announced $3 million Committed to Serve pledge to support locally owned … [More]
Republic Services Foundation Supports Neighborhood Revitalization amid Pandemic
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Republic Services is finding innovative ways to support neighborhood revitalization efforts across the country through its charitable foundation's National Neighborhood Promise (NNP) program. In February, the Republic Services Charitable Foundation announced $2 million in grants to a total of 24 projects in communities where the Company's … [More]
Republic Services Announces Partnership with Nikola to Develop and Purchase 2,500 Electric Collection Trucks
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) announced a partnership with Nikola Corp. (NASDAQ: NKLA) to develop and purchase 2,500 electric waste and recycling collection trucks, representing the industry's first large-scale commitment to fleet electrification. The zero-emissions vehicles, which will have a range of 150 miles and recharge overnight, are expected to be integrated into … [More]
One-of-a-Kind Community Garden in Downtown Phoenix Unveiled in Advance of Super Bowl LVII
City of Phoenix officials, Republic Services, Inc. and community leaders celebrated the unveiling of the Republic Services Garden at Margaret T. Hance Park Wednesday in downtown Phoenix. During a ribbon-cutting event, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansari, Republic Services President and CEO Jon … [More]
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Recycling!
Republic Services is bracing for an influx of discarded packaging material this holiday season and is offering tips to consumers as they head to their recycling carts with boxes, bows and gift bags. The National Retail Federation projects November/December retail sales of $859 billion, up 8.5 percent from 2020. And last year alone, the United States Postal Service delivered 1.1 … [More]
America Recycles Day is November 15: What to Know Before You Throw
With supply chain issues limiting the availability of raw materials, it's more important than ever to recycle, and to recycle correctly. Republic Services, a leader in environmental services, is celebrating America Recycles Day on November 15 by sharing simple tips designed to help households recycle properly. A 2020 Republic Services survey revealed that 75 percent of … [More]
Pandemic Recycling Data Shows Big Spikes in Cardboard Boxes, Aluminum Cans, Bottles
This Earth Day, April 22, Republic Services is releasing pandemic recycling data showing significant increases in the recycling of cardboard boxes, aluminum cans and plastic and glass bottles over the last year, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior to more at-home consumption. All of these high-demand materials can be put back into the circular economy through proper … [More]
Household Holiday Recycling Impacts Availability of Consumer Paper Goods
With consumers shopping online more than ever before, Republic Services is bracing for an influx of discarded packaging material during the holiday season and is asking consumers to make sure they are recycling materials correctly. There's significant need for recycled paper due to the unprecedented demand for household paper products and cardboard during the … [More]
