- Reducing GHG emissions from the waste sector beyond 2017 to achieve Net-Zero GHG emissions goal.
- Need for greater diversion of organics and recyclable commodities from landfills.
- Need for further expansion and enhancement of alternative non-disposal pathways.
- Need for greater emphasis on reducing waste generation, recycling/reusing products at end-of-life, and remanufacturing materials.
Washington Refuse & Recycling Association (WRRA)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2017 reporting, Washington Refuse & Recycling Association (WRRA) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.4M tCO2e/year (Landfill Methane) + 70000 tCO2e/year (Fleet) + 17683 tCO2e/year (Electricity). By scope: Scope 1: 2.4M tCO2e/year (Landfill Methane + Fleet); Scope 2: 17.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 7.1M tCO2e/year (Avoided emissions from recycling composting and combustion). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
2.4M tCO2e/year (Landfill Methane) + 70000 tCO2e/year (Fleet) + 17683 tCO2e/year (Electricity)
2017
Waste
18.6M tons/year
2017
📊 Emissions by Scope (2017)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.4M tCO2e/year (Landfill Methane + Fleet) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 17.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 7.1M tCO2e/year (Avoided emissions from recycling composting and combustion) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Avoided 2.8 times more GHG emissions than were emitted in 2017.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change