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- Our renewable energy projects create enough energy to power nearly 1 million homes and save the equivalent of more than 13 million barrels of oil per year.
- The Simi Landfill and Recycling Center alone powers the equivalent of 2,500 homes each day with two landfill gas-to-energy generators using methane gas
- Waste Management's landfills provide more than 21,000 acres of protected habitat for wildlife. The Simi Valley Landfill is one of 49 certified sites by the Wildlife Habitat Council.
- WM's North American operations recycled enough paper and cardboard in one year to save 41 million trees.
- In California, we operate the largest fleet of clean natural gas collection vehicles and have reduced air emissions by 247 tons.
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Dear Friends:
The beginning of the New Year brings new resolutions, and we hope recycling is included in all of yours.
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As we begin 2010 and begin to clean up after 2009, don't forget that New Year's resolution you made to recycle. Here at WM, recycling is our first priority - but we need your help to support recycling!
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Waste Management's Christmas Tree Recycling Program was a huge success again this year. And when we say huge, we mean 58 feet tall!
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Bruce Matlock, a resident of Simi Valley for more than 40 years, graduated from Simi Valley High School and still a strong supporter of the Pioneers. Bruce has been with Waste Management for 20 years and is responsible for environmental compliance here at the SVLRC.
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Ever wondered how well your boss could do your job? Check out "Undercover Boss," a CBS exclusive featuring our own President and COO, Larry O'Donnell, who goes "undercover" as a new employee working different jobs at WM sites.
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