GARDENA, Calif., Nov. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic Services
announced today the addition of 11 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
solid waste collection trucks to its fleet serving customers in the
Gardena, California area. The CNG
trucks replace older diesel-powered trucks, and bring the total
number of natural gas vehicles operated by Republic in Gardena to 176.
"These new vehicles support our efforts to reduce carbon
emissions from our fleet vehicles," said Ron Krall, area president of Republic Services.
"It means that almost 200 of our collection vehicles serving the
Gardena and surrounding areas are
fueled by CNG, which aligns with Republic's long-term
sustainability strategy."
Republic's Gardena division has
243 employees who serve over 1,049,477 Homeowners Associations and
municipalities, as well as more than 171,329 commercial customers.
Republic Services operates a fueling station at its Gardena location to support its expanding CNG
fleet. 76% of Republic's fleet serving the Gardena community is now powered by this
domestic fuel source. Republic also owns and operates one landfill,
six transfer stations, one recycling center and six hauling
operations throughout Los Angeles
County.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
each new CNG collection truck deployed is equivalent to planting
over 600 mature trees each year. Based on EPA calculations, the
carbon emissions reduction benefits from Republic's CNG powered
fleet in California is equivalent
to planting 105,600 mature trees.
Nationwide, Republic Services operates a fleet of more than
2,200 CNG vehicles and 38 natural gas fueling stations. Republic's
CNG fleet helps to save roughly 18 million gallons of diesel fuel
annually. As the operator of the 8th largest
vocational fleet in the country, Republic has a number of
initiatives to reduce overall fuel usage, including its continued
commitment to operating CNG powered trucks. Together, these
initiatives will help Republic reach its goal, outlined in its 2014
Sustainability Report, of reducing fleet greenhouse gas emissions
by three percent by 2018.
Republic Services is dedicated to maintaining a balance between
its business operations and protecting the environment and
communities it serves. Known as the Blue PlanetTM
sustainability initiative, Republic is defining its approach to
environmental responsibility through decreased vehicle emissions,
innovative landfill technologies, use of renewable energy,
community engagement and employee growth opportunities. To view
Republic's 2014 Sustainability Report, go to
RepublicServices.com/sustainabilityreport.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is an industry leader in
U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste. Through its
subsidiaries, Republic's collection companies, recycling centers,
transfer stations and landfills focus on providing effective
solutions to make proper waste disposal effortless for their
commercial, industrial, municipal, residential and oilfield
customers. We'll handle it from here.TM, the
brand's tagline, lets customers know they can count on Republic to
provide a superior experience while fostering a sustainable Blue
PlanetTM for future generations to enjoy a cleaner,
safer and healthier world.
For more information, visit the Republic Services website at
RepublicServices.com. "Like" Republic on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/RepublicServices and follow on Twitter
@RepublicService.
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