Allied Waste Industries, Inc. is the second largest non-hazardous solid waste management company in the United States, with annual revenues of over $5 billion and assets of nearly $14 billion. Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, we serve approximately 10 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in 128 major markets within 37 states and Puerto Rico.
Allied Waste operates as a vertically integrated company through our network of over 700 collection companies, transfer stations, landfills and recycling facilities. Our structure allows for the most efficient operations in the industry, and has positioned Allied Waste as a true leader in our industry. We have the highest internalization rate in the industry and hold number one or number two positions in nearly every market we serve
Our nationwide team of 24,000 employees shares our commitment to exemplary customer service and efficient, innovative solutions that respect and safeguard our nation's public health and natural resources.
Collection Services
We serve residential customers under individual household subscriptions as well as municipal contracts. In addition, we serve industrial and commercial customers across the country, providing customized non-hazardous solid waste disposal services for local, regional and national accounts. Allied Waste is committed to providing excellent service to all our customers. We support this commitment by investing in equipment, technology and training programs that maximize our operational excellence and ensure the safety of our customers, employees and environment.
Transfer Services
Our 164 transfer stations are fundamental to our vertically integrated operations, as they improve our efficiency in collecting and transporting solid waste to recycling facilities and sanitary landfills.
Disposal Services
Our professional landfill experts employ state-of-the art methods to maintain our landfills and protect our environment, while meeting or exceeding all federal, state and local regulations. We also provide customized consulting services for handling and disposing special non-hazardous wastes and keep our customers abreast of changing environmental and regulatory requirements.
Recycling Services
We offer waste handling and collection services and educational programs in certain markets. AWS recycles approximately 1.7 million tons of recyclable commodities a year, including paper, glass and plastics and reusable construction debris