Stories

A shared commitment to preparedness, response and recovery is strengthening communities across Texas, before, during and after disaster strikes

Improper battery disposal is a leading cause of fires in trash trucks, recycling facilities and waste operations - summer heat heightens the risk. To help prevent battery fires, never place batteries in the trash or recycling. Instead, use a battery collection program.

From your hand to the recycling bin—see what happens next.

An inside look at how WM is integrating education into its recycling facilities

5 Hospital Records That Risk Patient Safety

Remote-controlled equipment is reshaping how landfill operators do their work and paving the way for what comes next

From textile recycling to landfills and renewable natural gas, interns are helping advance projects that support WM's sustainability and business goals.

Turning yesterday’s apparel into tomorrow’s materials

From the ballpark to All-Star Village, WM brings recycling, waste solutions and battery safety education to MLB® All-Star Week

A flexible waste solution for smaller, fast‑turn projects