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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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Waste Management’s Christmas Tree Recycling Program was a huge success again this year. And when we say huge, we mean 58 feet tall!
The Simi Valley Town Center asked WM to help recycle its 58-foot tall Christmas tree, and we were happy to oblige. The tree, which weighed 1.37 tons, was cut down by hand and recycled in a roll-off box donated by Waste Management.
Due to the size of this tree, special measures had to be taken to ensure that the gigantic symbol of holiday cheer was recycled properly. WM, alongside Agromin (our composting contractor), transforms the green waste into safe and cost-effective compost and mulches for use in agricultural production and community projects.
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