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This video is a story about people. Our people. Our family. It’s a story about humans helping other humans, even when no-one is looking. When we take care of our Waste Management family first, they can then take care of the world and all of our constituents – our customers, our communities, our investors and … Read more
A FAMILY BUSINESS IS BORN Known for its exceptional customer service and commitment to improving the environmental and economic health of the communities it serves, California Waste Recovery Systems (Cal-Waste) traces its roots back to the hog ranch days of the Vaccarezza brothers, who founded the company in 1927. For more than eight decades, Cal-Waste … Read more
Waste and Recycling Workers Week, Waste360 and Waste Advantage Magazine invite you to help rename Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Help us improve our celebration for everyone across the industry with your feedback. Tell us your best idea for renaming Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Submit your name suggestions using the online form or visit the … Read more
In 1963, Clifford Ronnenberg bought a small waste management company with big ideas for the future. He quickly realized that the collection and disposal of garbage was not only a necessary job, but an important responsibility he had in his community. This responsibility spurred Mr. Ronnenberg to try his hand at making a difference in … Read more
In partnership with WasteExpo, Waste and Recycling Workers Week is inviting you to help rename Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Submit your name suggestions using the online form or visit the WasteExpo Booth #3106 at the 50th Anniversary WasteExpo show in Las Vegas. Help us improve our celebration with your feedback. Tell us your best idea … Read more
Recognizing a void in the market for a service oriented commercial waste and recycling provider, Brian A. O’Leary, founder and CEO of Container Corporation of Carolina (CCC) and his son, Brian M. O’Leary, made the decision to reenter the commercial waste and recycling industry in 2009 with the launching of O’Leary Group Waste Systems. With … Read more
March 29th is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day! Are you a small business owner? We celebrate and applaud you for your long hours, hard work and dedication! You are a vital part of our communities and economy and we support you. Show your support to a small business today by shopping local. Whether it’s a new … Read more
Would you like to see your town, city or state celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week this year? Now is the time to ask your Mayor, City Council and Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing June 17 as Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Make It Official We encourage everyone to participate in recognizing their solid waste … Read more
Greensboro’s police officers and firefighters should absolutely be commended for keeping our community safe and livable. We rely daily on their professionalism and bravery as they face danger and unexpected challenges in the line of duty. Yet, how many of us are aware of the dangers faced by sanitation workers? Their job involves close work … Read more
Waste and Recycling Workers Week stands for more than simply thanking the individuals picking up curbside waste. We believe it is important to celebrate all the men and women who care for our environment and keep our communities clean and safe every day of the year. We value all waste industry professionals and we want … Read more