Casella Waste Systems

06/05/2026

“Casella came to my school in November, and that is what caught my attention. Working with hydraulic cylinders is pretty straightforward, but therapeutic. It is challenging, but I enjoy it. This opportunity has given me a strong sense of accomplishment because I have started my career before graduation, and Casella helped make that possible.”

💬 Oliver Anthon
🔧 Diesel Technician
📍 Buffalo, NY

06/03/2026

📸 Photos From the Field
🚛 Justin La Valley
📍 Middlebury, VT

06/01/2026

Casella’s Director of Financial Shared Services, Shannon Creed, was recently named one of Waste360’s 2026 40 Under 40. 🏆 The distinction recognizes inspiring and innovative leaders under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions through excellence in waste, recycling, food waste, and organics management.

Creed joined Casella in 2011 and has spent more than 13 years advancing through the organization while helping strengthen the financial infrastructure that supports every aspect of the company’s operations. Today, she leads a team of nearly 90 professionals across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Applications, and Billing Services, a department that plays a critical role in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and reliability across the business.

Casella’s Director of Financial Shared Services, Shannon Creed, was recently named one of Waste360’s 2026 40 Under 40. The distinction recognizes inspiring and innovative leaders under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions through excellence in waste, recycling, food waste, and o...

05/29/2026

“I’ve always believed in hard work, pride in the job, and taking care of the people around you. You know, the people are the heart and soul of making a place work. When you sit down, understand the people, and support them the best you can — that’s when you build something that lasts. This place and these people have meant a lot to me over the years.”

💬 Rick Homan
🚛 Operations Manager
📍 Oneonta, NY

After more than 20 years of dedication to the Oneonta, NY division, Operations Manager Rick Homan’s impact reaches far beyond the work itself. Through his leadership, mentorship, and commitment to the people around him, he helped shape his team's culture and foundation in a lasting way. Thank you for everything you’ve given over the years, and congratulations on a well-earned retirement!

05/28/2026

🚛 Casella Driver Rob Prokey – Scarborough, ME

“Our son absolutely loves the trash truck and looks forward to Wednesdays every week. Rob always waves, honks, and acknowledges him, which completely makes his day. Those small gestures have clearly meant a lot to him. So much that we have about 8 large trash truck toys. I know this can be a thankless job sometimes, and people are usually quicker to complain than compliment, so I wanted to make sure someone knew how appreciated he is.”
💬 Melissa – South Portland, ME

05/27/2026

Placing GPS trackers containing lithium-ion batteries into the recycling stream can cause catastrophic fires on trucks, in transfer stations, and at recycling facilities. This puts our employees, our neighbors, and entire communities at risk.

We have invested significantly in recycling infrastructure and education on acceptable materials for single-stream recycling. Placing unacceptable materials into recyclables is exactly what we are constantly trying to discourage our customers from doing, so any group that intentionally introduces the most dangerous contaminant we see in our facilities should not be viewed as credible when it comes to recycling.

Bottom line: Finish your drink, put your cup in your recycling bin, and be confident it will get recycled. Recycling works when we all work together to close the loop.

While anti-plastics group Beyond Plastics cast doubt on Starbucks' recyclability claims and left many questions unanswered, its report also provides an opportunity for meaningful dialogue to improve processes and influence consumer behavior.

05/22/2026

Casella’s long‑standing commitment to the Old Town Orono YMCA reflects our belief that strong communities grow from shared investment. By supporting youth programs, scholarships, and local events, Casella helps ensure that every child and family, regardless of circumstance, has access to the opportunities that make this community thrive. This partnership continues to deepen the Y’s impact while reinforcing Casella’s deep commitment to the people and places it serves.

05/20/2026

A Load of Opportunity 🚛 ♻️

The Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority (GLRA) and Casella are demonstrating what sustainability leadership looks like by teaming up to launch a mattress recycling pilot that’s already making a measurable impact in Lebanon County. Rooted in GLRA’s drive to expand recycling opportunities and powered by Casella’s proven mattress recycling expertise, the partnership is turning a long-standing disposal challenge into a new stream of recoverable materials, while gathering the data needed to build a smarter, more resilient future for the region.

Casella and the Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority are demonstrating what sustainability leadership looks like by teaming up to launch a mattress recycling pilot that’s already making a measurable impact in Lebanon County. Rooted in GLRA’s drive to expand recycling opportunities and powered by Cas...

05/19/2026

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A standout commitment to community service has earned Casella Oneonta, NY Territory Sales Representative Adam Stoutenburg the honor of being named the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year. The award, presented at the Chamber’s Annual Business Dinner on May 14, recognizes individuals whose leadership, dedication, and service strengthen the fabric of the county.

A standout commitment to community service has earned Casella Oneonta, NY Territory Sales Representative Adam Stoutenburg the honor of being named the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year.

05/18/2026

The Power of Safe Work 🦺 🚛

“The Casella CDL Training School really opened my eyes to how much focus and discipline it takes to drive safely. The instructors made everything clear, and safety was built into every part of the process. It gave me a real appreciation for the responsibility that comes with being behind the wheel.”

💬 Evan Lantagne
🛞 Driver
📍 Newport, VT