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Welcome to… “Beyond the Blue”
On the surface, our business seems pretty basic — we collect waste from various sources and ensure that it is safely and responsibly disposed of, or we collect and process recyclables so they can be repurposed for future use. But if you dive a little deeper, our business becomes intriguingly complex and nuanced — an incredible amount of planning and detail goes into every pickup that we make, every product that we introduce, and every program that we undertake.Byline: BTB Editor
August 17, 2017 / Time to read: 5 minOn the surface, our business seems pretty basic — we collect waste from various sources and ensure that it is safely and responsibly disposed of, or we collect and process recyclables so they can be repurposed for future use. But if you dive a little deeper, our business becomes intriguingly complex and nuanced — an incredible amount of planning and detail goes into every pickup that we make, every product that we introduce and every program that we undertake.
Welcome to “Beyond the Blue” — a place where you can get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of both the seemingly simple and highly complex aspects of our business. This blog will explore what happens to trash after it leaves your curbside container, how landfills can be a source for renewable energy, our sustainability work with major sporting venues and iconic resorts and hotels, the intricate process of recovering oil from exploration and production waste, configured products and solutions for our customers, as well as tips on how you can be more environmentally responsible in daily life — and so much more. This is a place where you can learn about the people, operations and innovation happening at Republic.
But “Beyond the Blue” isn’t just about us — it’s also about you and what you’re interested in. “Beyond the Blue” is interactive. We invite you to send us topics you’d like us to explore. What’s it like to drive a collection truck? Why aren’t plastic shopping bags recyclable? Are there career opportunities at Republic? Is the idea of zero waste even possible?
Our goal is simple and direct — educate, inform and amuse.
Enjoy!
