Driving Value Through Sustainability

When Norwegian Cruise Line began planning its new terminal in Miami, it needed a strategic partner who could help them navigate the full complexity of cruise waste management.

WM stepped in early, collaborating with Norwegian during the terminal’s construction phase to help craft solutions across multiple waste streams: regulated and medical waste handled through USDA-compliant infrastructure, everyday solid waste routed through an automated compactor system and materials sent directly to a waste-to-energy facility.

The result is a seamlessly integrated process promoting efficient terminal operations while supporting compliance with some of the strictest environmental regulations in the industry.

And as Norwegian renovates its fleet, WM helps find a second life for that displaced furniture, appliances, linens, electronics and more through a beneficial reuse program in collaboration with Goodwill.

WM recently began working with Spruce Meadows, a multi-purpose equestrian competition, professional soccer and entertainment facility located outside Calgary, Alberta. Our collaboration focuses on helping them build a holistic sustainability program spanning efforts from materials management to GHG emissions reduction.

We supported pilots at two Cavalry FC matches, increasing waste diversion from 55% at the first match to nearly 90% at the second through fan engagement campaigns, revised collection practices and standardization of the use of compostable concession materials in 2025.

Healthcare operations generate materials that require specialized handling, including sharps, biohazardous materials and unused medications. Through our Healthcare Solutions business, we deliver expertise that helps protect the health of patients, healthcare professionals and the broader community.

WM One Solution — Sustainability Made Simple^SM — From solid waste and recycling, to special and hazardous waste, WM is the single source for waste treatment, transportation and disposal for hospital systems.

These solutions help prevent pharmaceuticals from entering waterways where they can harm aquatic ecosystems and potentially affect drinking water supplies. In 2025, we treated 527k tons of medical waste¹ and 28k tons of pharmaceutical waste prior to disposal.

¹Excludes pharmaceutical waste treated.