ATLANTA, July 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic
Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) and Mas Energy, LLC unveiled today a new
renewable energy project serving Metro Atlanta. The innovative
project involves landfill gas-to-energy facilities at three area
landfills, located in the cities of Buford, Griffin and Winder. Together, these facilities are capable
of generating 24.1 megawatts of electricity, or enough renewable
energy to power 15,665 households.
"We believe in leading by example in everything we do," said
Jamey Amick, area president of
Republic Services. "The modern landfill presents new opportunity to
harness energy from yesterday's waste and convert it to meet
tomorrow's energy needs. We are proud to partner once again with
Mas Energy to generate a renewable energy source that makes a
meaningful and lasting environmental difference in the state of
Georgia."
Landfill gas-to-energy projects like these involve capturing
methane, a byproduct of the normal decomposition of waste, from the
subsurface and routing the methane to a series of engines. These
engines convert the methane into electricity, which can be
distributed to the local power grid.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 3
mW of renewable energy generated by landfill gas-to-energy projects
is equal to preventing the carbon emissions emitted by the use 16.6
million gallons of gasoline. Based upon EPA calculations, this
project prevents carbon emissions that would otherwise be emitted
by the use of more than 132 million gallons of gasoline.
Republic is dedicated to maintaining a balance between its
business operations and protecting the environment and communities
it serves. Known as the Blue Planet™ sustainability initiative,
Republic has defined its approach to environmental responsibility
through decreased vehicle emissions, innovative landfill
technologies, use of renewable energy, community engagement and
employee growth opportunities.
Nationwide, Republic Services companies send landfill gas to 69
landfill gas-to-energy projects, which taken together generate
enough renewable energy to power more than 250,000 homes, or every
household in the city of Atlanta.
Other partners participating in Republic and Mas Energy's latest
renewable energy project include Georgia Power, I Squared Capital,
Crowder Construction Company and Nixon Energy.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. 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 14 million customers. We'll handle it from
here.TM, the brand's promise, 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.
About Mas Energy, LLC
Mas Energy develops, owns and
operates energy systems around the world, with a focus on renewable
and clean energy—including wind, landfill gas, combined heat and
power, geothermal, and district energy—as well as delivering
critical energy systems in developing countries. With more than 70
years of combined energy-development experience, the firm's
principals structure highly complex projects and transactions that
mitigate risk and drive returns for some of the world's largest
companies, investors, utilities and other energy buyers. For more
information, visit www.mas-energy.com.
About I Squared Capital
I Squared Capital is an
independent global infrastructure investment manager focusing on
energy, utilities, and transport in North
America, Europe, and select
high growth economies. The Firm has offices in New York, Houston, London, New
Delhi, Hong Kong, and
Singapore.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company, one of the nation's largest
generators of electricity. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and
Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's promise to 2.4
million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to
delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates
below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse,
innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, 21st century coal
and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric
and wind. Consistently recognized as a leader in customer service,
Georgia Power was recently ranked highest in overall business
customer satisfaction among large utilities in the South by J.D.
Power and Associates. For more information, visit
www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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