Casella Waste Systems Honors Sustainability Leaders with 2025 Awards

Casella Waste Systems has recognized four organizations with its 2025 Sustainability Leadership Awards for their commitment to waste reduction and recycling. The awardees include Primo Brands, Dartmouth College, The Arc Otsego, and The University of Vermont Medical Center, who have implemented various initiatives such as recycling programs, composting, and circular economy practices. Casella's Chairman and CEO, John W. Casella, praised the organizations for their innovative approaches to sustainability.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CWST) has recognized four organizations with its 2025 Sustainability Leadership Awards for their exceptional commitment to waste reduction and recycling. The awardees—Primo Brands, Dartmouth College, The Arc Otsego, and The University of Vermont Medical Center—have implemented innovative initiatives that align with the company's sustainability goals.

Primo Brands, a leading North American branded beverage company, has integrated circular economy principles into its core strategy. Through partnerships with Casella across Maine, New York, and Massachusetts, Primo has achieved a 90% recycling rate for fiber, metal, and plastic. At its Somerset, NJ site, Casella helped dismantle 776 tons of decommissioned coolers, recycling 82% of the material and generating revenue [1].

Dartmouth College has partnered with Casella to tackle diverse material recovery challenges on campus, from food waste to tires and e-waste. Casella sponsored a student-led Campus Waste Diversion Project, empowering students to divert textiles from landfill and distribute them through a volunteer-run campus Thrift Store serving the college and local community [1].

The Arc Otsego, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, has partnered with Casella for over 25 years to drive sustainable practices. With recycling at all service locations and the Otsego ReUse Center repurposing building materials and household goods, The Arc Otsego helps reduce waste while supporting the local community. The organization also leads recycling efforts for hard-to-recycle materials like polystyrene, fluorescent bulbs, plastic film, and more throughout Oneonta [1].

The University of Vermont Medical Center has partnered with Casella to implement wide-ranging waste reduction initiatives across its campus. Its nationally recognized operating room recycling program has diverted over 100 tons of surgical wrap, while staff-driven efforts composted 165 tons of food waste last year with careful attention to sorting and quality [1].

Casella's Chairman and CEO, John W. Casella, praised the organizations for their innovative approaches to sustainability. "This year’s recipients exemplify bold innovation and forward-thinking leadership, demonstrating that regardless of the size or scope of an organization, we can all make a difference," he said. "It’s a privilege to work alongside them, providing services to help advance their materials management initiatives on a journey to achieving our sustainability goals."

These awards highlight the growing importance of sustainability in the waste management sector. By recognizing organizations that demonstrate leadership in waste reduction and recycling, Casella is fostering a culture of sustainability and innovation.

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[1] https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/9519081/casella-recognizes-2025-sustainability-leaders