WM Environmental Management System (EMS)

Waste Management is committed to ensuring advanced protection of the environment, compliance with governmental regulations and implementation of state-of-the-art technology. These efforts distinguish Waste Management as the foremost leader in environmental protection and solid waste management excellence. The Environmental Management System (EMS) reflects the Company's emphasis on continuous improvement in operations by measuring and evaluating its environmental performance.

Waste Management's Environmental Management System (EMS) is comprised of five integrated components including:
  • Policy
  • Planning
  • Implementation
  • Assessment and Corrective Action
  • Management Review Processes