PHOENIX, June 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic
Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) has been recognized as one of the most
innovative companies in the world by Forbes Magazine. Ranked
89th, Republic is one of only two recycling and solid
waste management companies on the 2018 list. Forbes selects its
annual 100 World's Most Innovative Companies list by identifying
companies that investors believe to be forward thinking, who will
continue to achieve profitable new growth through future
advances.
"Our customers put a priority on reliability, simple solutions
and environmental responsibility," said Don
Slager, president and chief executive officer. "Continued
innovation is central to our ability to meet or exceed those
expectations. I am proud of our team of 35,000 strong; they are the
reason why we are leading in innovation and on our way to becoming
America's preferred provider."
This recognition from Forbes underscores investor confidence in
Republic's demonstrated ability to advance its business through
creative disruption and innovation. Examples can be found
throughout Republic's strategy and operations, including:
- Growth through Differentiation. By combining the best
people with the best products accessible through a variety of
digital channels, Republic is delivering excellence – and creating
differentiation and preference – throughout the entire customer
experience.
- Advanced Technologies. Republic's Southern Nevada recycling center is the
largest and smartest residential recycling center in North America. Using advanced sorting
technologies, the facility can process one truckload of recyclables
in under seven minutes.
- A Cleaner Fleet. Republic leverages technology to reduce
emissions and optimize collections. In California, Republic uses renewable natural
gas from its landfills to power 93 percent of its collections
fleet.
- Landfill Solutions. Republic operates 68 renewable
energy projects at landfills and brownfields nationwide, converting
landfill gas and solar power into renewable energy resources for
the communities they serve.
This honor from Forbes is the latest in a series of third-party
validations for Republic, including: Ethisphere's World's Most
Ethical Companies List, Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies
List and Dow Jones Sustainability – North
America and World – Indices.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and
non-hazardous solid waste disposal. Through its subsidiaries,
Republic's collection companies, recycling centers, transfer
stations and landfills focus on providing effective solutions to
make responsive waste disposal effortless for its 14 million
customers. We'll handle it from here.®, the brand's
promise, lets customers know they can count on Republic to provide
a superior experience while fostering a sustainable Blue
Planet® for future generations to enjoy a cleaner, safer
and healthier world.
For more information, visit the Republic Services website at
RepublicServices.com. "Like" Republic on Facebook at
Facebook.com/RepublicServices and follow on Twitter
@RepublicService.
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