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Our renewable energy projects create enough energy to power nearly 1 million homes and save the equivalent of more than 14 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.
WM's North American operations recycled enough paper and carboard 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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Stop Illegal Scavenging
Scavenging of trash or recycling items placed for collection is illegal. To raise awareness, Waste Management, the Simi Valley Police Department and Anderson Rubbish Disposal have partnered to encourage residents to report any illegal scavenging incidents in their neighborhoods.
Scavenging laws are in place to protect the environment and to keep residents safe. In the City of Simi Valley, it is illegal to scavenge trash or recycling items placed for weekly collection. Under state law and city ordinances, only a licensed individual or authorized hauler can pick up items placed at the curb for collection. The regulation applies to items placed in collection containers as well as bulky items placed curbside such as appliances.
Residents should not approach individuals who are scavenging, and instead should call their local law enforcement agency. If the person is driving, please note the make, model and color of the vehicle, as well as the license plate number. Please also provide the date and time the incident occurred
In addition, residents also are encouraged to shred any documents containing personal information such as credit card numbers and Social Security numbers. With people going through trash and recycling containers, this is one extra step you can take to prevent identity theft. Shredded paper can be recycled if it is placed in a closed paper bag. For more information on what can be recycled, please visit our website.
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