Recology

Ever wondered which types of plastics get recycled most? Do you want to know what happens to your blue bin materials after they’re collected at the curb? In honor of #EarthMonth, we sat down with Julia Mangin, our Head of Sustainability, to discuss the truth about recycling and some of the mysteries that surround it. Check out our conversation at https://bit.ly/3VRLKwU.

San Francisco residents, do you have any large items you would like to discard, like old furniture, appliances, or mattresses, that won’t fit in your cart? We have good news! Residential customers can receive at least one curbside bulky item recycling collection at no additional charge. All you’ll need to do is schedule your pickup, leave your items at the curb at the appropriate time, and attach a simple sign that says “Recology.” To get more info and schedule your pickup, visit: https://bit.ly/3VYpf9c

This Waste and Recycling Workers Week, we wanted to give one more employee-owner shout-out to Sixto Dela Cruz at Recology Vacaville! Because of his commitment to excellence, strong safety record, and unbridled zest for the job, Sixto was awarded Honorable Mention in the Regional Commercial category for the 2024 National Driver of the Year Awards at WasteExpo. “Sixto is one of a kind,” said Recology Foreman Randy Rositano. “He is a caring and giving person and brings that out in others, too. On the job, he is completely dedicated to doing what is best for his customers and the company.” Join us in congratulating Sixto and learn more about his work at https://bit.ly/4eEjFQK

We’re excited to shout out a couple of specific employee-owners this Waste and Recycling Workers Week, starting with Manuel Vera at Recology Sunset Scavenger in San Francisco! At this year's WasteExpo, Manuel was awarded Honorable Mention in the Regional Residential category for the 2024 National Driver of the Year Awards! This was no surprise to those who know him because he goes above and beyond his everyday duties regularly, helping older customers by bringing their bins to the house and chatting with them for a moment or two when he can. “I love it,” Manuel said enthusiastically when asked about his job. “I know the people on my route by name and they know me. [During the holidays], some customers even wait in the mornings and greet me with Christmas cookies or holiday cards. It’s wonderful. I love that Recology is really about customer service and making a difference.” You can read more about Manuel’s great work at https://bit.ly/4eEjFQK.

Happy Waste and Recycling Workers Week! This week, we want to celebrate and recognize the incredible efforts of our waste and recycling workers who work tirelessly to keep our communities clean. Every Recology team member plays a crucial role in making a positive impact in our communities, including our committed customer service representatives, dedicated drivers, hard-working mechanics, insightful Waste Zero teams, and every employee-owner. A huge thank you to our waste and recycling workers for all the hard work you do!

This #AAPIHeritageMonth, our AAPI Employee Network Group came together to celebrate by creating baskets full of delicious Asian goodies for Recology operations and taking field trips to the Tofu Factory and SF Asian Art Museum! Our AAPI employee-owners are a valued part of so many teams within our company, and we are proud to celebrate them this month!

We had an amazing time at the Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade this past weekend! We loved seeing everyone who came out to cheer for our enthusiastic drill team, Binny and Buddy, and our employee-owners, and we can’t wait to see everyone at next year’s parade! 🎉

Happy Learn About Composting Day! Did you know that composting your food scraps and organics at home comes with huge environmental benefits? By choosing to compost, you’re helping to: 🌱 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions 🌱 Divert significant amounts of organic waste from landfills 🌱 Create a valuable product that enhances soil health and promotes sustainable agriculture Watch the full video through the link in our bio to learn how one simple decision can create a huge positive impact on our planet!

Jim Mendoza, Director of Equipment Procurement & Maintenance, joined energy suppliers, industry analysts, and fleet managers on the #WasteExpo fuels panel, “Now & Next” to discuss fleet fuels and what trends we might see looking forward. Jim discussed our efforts around using renewable or alternative fuels at Recology and touched on the opportunities zero emission vehicles will bring to our industry. Thanks for speaking on behalf of Recology, Jim, and thank you WasteExpo for having us this week. See you next year!

Big Red made a big splash at #WasteExpo this week! Over a century ago, this beloved truck marked the shift from waste collection in horse-drawn wagons to our first fleet of trucks. We were thrilled to showcase Big Red alongside the unveiling of the first hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse truck—a testament to our rich heritage and exciting future.