Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

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In our industry, we often see things in perfectly good condition end up in the waste stream. At Casella, we go above and beyond for our customers and communities, calling attention to the items we see and proposing solutions to find the material its highest and best use. Non-perishable food collection during college move-out is a perfect example of this—diverting this material from disposal and putting it into the hands of those in need. 🗣 : Meghan Weeden - Business Development Manager Check out how Casella’s Dustin Carnes and Tansy Sanchez teamed up with Collegetown Terrace Apartments to make a sustainable impact on the Tompkins County community.

Continuous Improvement 💡 We prosper when we learn, understand, and improve. Employees from across Casella’s operating footprint recently had the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with other top-notch leaders from within the company and around the industry at the annual Maintenance and Operations Summit. Themed “The Power of Hard Work,” the 2024 summit highlighted the importance of service on and off the clock, while celebrating the veteran community alongside Travis Mills and the Travis Mills Foundation. “We look forward to hosting the Maintenance and Operations Leadership Summit each year. The benefits are numerous, including education, networking, and a healthy dose of community engagement,” said Casella Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Sean Steves. The summit will prepare our attendees for advancement and professional leadership within Casella.”

Congratulations to our most recent group of CDL Training School graduates, each setting out on rewarding careers at Casella! 🎉 🎓 Mark Howard – Sprague, CT 🎓 Anthony Lopez-Morales – Auburn, MA 🎓 Shane Waller – Street, MD 🎓 Brendan Corbett – Potsdam, NY 🎓 Dennis Labonte – Auburn, MA Looking to start your own debt-free career path at Casella? Visit, www.drive4casella.com.

With over 17 years of industry experience, Latham, NY dispatcher Adam DiMarino’s career path has allowed him to gain valuable knowledge and field experience while trying his hand at diverse positions. However, regardless of the job description, DiMarino's passion for learning, growing, and providing excellent customer service has remained a career constant. "When we get to the end of the day, and our customers are taken care of, that is the reward and the best part of the job."

Casella recently welcomed NBC Boston into its Charlestown, Massachusetts Material Recovery Facility (MRF) for an in-depth look at the processing capabilities of the fourth-largest facility in the country. The two-part series focused on the realities of modern recycling, how it all works, and the role the public plays in ensuring that the right material is sent to the facility so that it can be put to a higher and better use. Check out both segments below and learn more about how we are partnering with our customers and communities to Recycle Better.

Providing opportunities for current and future waste and recycling industry workers to learn and grow is imperative to a sustainable future. ♻️ Check out what motivated our 2024 Sustainability Interns to join the team and how our innovative internship program is inspiring the next generation to get involved and make a difference!

Our favorite summer season activity is volunteering! 🥳 Throughout April and May, nearly 200 Casella employees 👷♀️👷♂️ and their families joined friends and neighbors to collect over 400 bags of trash 🗑 and participate in 575 volunteer hours 🤝 within the local communities we serve. From local clean-ups and educational opportunities to beautification projects, our teams are committed daily to helping to create a more bright and clean future. Check out photos from some of these events in our Green Up Competition round-up! ♻️

The Power of Play 🚛 Education plays a critical role in the effectiveness of sustainable communities, and Casella was proud to partner with Wonderfeet Kids' Museum in Rutland, VT to bring to life a unique learning experience for children of all ages through a customized Casella waste and recycling exhibit. ♻️ The interactive model truck exhibit is designed to bring children and families together as they explore proper recycling habits, such as material sorting, and offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at fleet technology, educating and empowering the next generation. "We look forward to the opportunity to continue to partner with the Wonderfeet team to bring education into the museum, to help teach the next generation about environmental stewardship, recycling, equipment, safety." - Liza Casella, Vice President of Sales & Organic Growth

🏡 Our communities are the heart of what we do! Through fundraising, volunteering, and donations, we are able to support the many vibrant communities across our operating footprint in which we live and work, including partnering with organizations such as the Kennebec Valley Humane Society, which serves nearly 2,000 animals each year, providing a comfortable haven for furry friends of the surrounding communities. 🐾