PHOENIX, Jan. 10,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the ninth consecutive year,
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the
environmental services industry, has been named to the Dow Jones
Sustainability Indices (DJSI), which represent best-in-class
sustainability benchmarks for the world's leading companies.
Republic Services ranked first in its industry on the North America
Index and is the only North American company in its industry to be
included on the World Index.
"Our consistent inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability
Indices reflects our commitment to transform circularity and
advance decarbonization," said Jon Vander Ark, president and chief
executive officer. "Our initiatives drive value for our
stakeholders while helping our customers achieve their
sustainability goals."
Inclusion on the DJSI Indices is based on the S&P Global
Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The 2024 DJSI World Index
represents the top 10% of the largest 2,500 companies globally, and
the DJSI North America Index represents the top 20% of the 600
largest North American companies. Republic Services' consistent
presence on these prestigious indices underscores the company's
dedication to sustainable practices and corporate transparency.
Republic Services continues to make meaningful progress toward
its ambitious 2030 Sustainability Goals. As of 2023, the company
has reduced operational GHG emissions by 15% compared to the 2017
baseline, surpassing its interim target of 10% reduction by 2025.
For more information on Republic's 2030 goals and to access its
latest Sustainability Report, visit
RepublicServices.com/Sustainability.
Republic Services has received other notable third-party
recognition during the past year, including being named
to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies list and
Ethisphere's list of the World's Most Ethical Companies, and
certified as a Great Place to Work® by the
global authority on workplace culture and employee experience.
For more information on the DJSI Sustainability Indices, visit
spglobal.com.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. is a leader in the environmental services
industry. Through its subsidiaries, the Company provides customers
with the most complete set of products and services, including
recycling, solid waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field
services. Republic's industry-leading commitments to advance
circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on
its vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable
world. RepublicServices.com.
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