Recology

Recology is an employee-owned resource recovery company serving communities across California, Oregon, and Washington. Through 26 collection companies, it provides integrated collection and processing services to more than 2.5 million people and over 100,000 commercial customers. Its services cover compost, recycling, and landfill collection, with local operations tailored to the communities it serves.

Recology’s mission is to help create a world without waste by developing and discovering sustainable resource recovery practices. Its offerings include compost, mulch, soil blends, and specialty services, alongside programs focused on recycling, organics, battery safety, and sustainable operations. The company also works with local governments and community partners, and provides education, outreach, volunteer opportunities, and community engagement initiatives.

Art is another part of Recology’s public work: its Artist in Residence programs support artists who create using discarded materials, encouraging people to rethink waste and consumption. Recology also invests in technology and innovation and reports progress on sustainability goals, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions and using renewable or alternative fuel sources for its vehicles and equipment.