Recology
Recology is a resource recovery company that provides comprehensive waste management and recycling services, operates over 60 facilities, and employs more than 3,600 people.
Integrated Resource Recovery Services
Recology offers integrated resource recovery services that encompass the entire lifecycle of waste management. This includes materials collection, processing, commodity sales, and extensive outreach and education programs. Recology's efforts ensure that resources are reused and recycled efficiently, contributing to sustainability goals.
Compost and Soil Blend Products
Recology provides a range of compost, mulch, and soil blend products tailored to the needs of agriculture and landscaping. These products are used by farmers in California and Oregon to cultivate a variety of crops. The company's participation in the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Healthy Soils Program supports carbon sequestration through compost application on rangelands.
Community Engagement and Education
Recology is deeply committed to community engagement and education. The company hosts nearly 300 tours annually, attracting more than 5,000 attendees who learn about recycling and waste management processes. Additionally, Recology participates in over 600 community events each year to advocate for recycling and composting. This extensive outreach is bolstered by over 1,500 educational presentations and trainings provided annually.
Operational Footprint and Workforce
With a significant operational footprint, Recology operates over 60 offices and facilities. The company employs more than 3,600 community members, contributing to local economies while driving forward its mission of sustainable resource management.
Site Visits and Recycling Practices
Recology conducts over 4,000 comprehensive site visits annually to ensure businesses and communities adhere to proper recycling practices. These visits are a core part of Recology's strategy to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship across the regions it serves.