Business Details
Sustainable Waste Management Solutions in Maryland
Established to address regional waste management challenges, we provide comprehensive solutions for member jurisdictions across Maryland. Our focus areas include waste-to-energy conversion, recycling innovation, landfill optimization, and renewable energy initiatives. Through strategic partnerships with local governments, we deliver environmentally responsible services that align with evolving regulatory standards. Our technical expertise in solid waste management spans decades of successful project implementation across diverse communities. We maintain a dedicated team of professionals who combine industry knowledge with localized problem-solving capabilities. Our operational framework prioritizes cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with stringent environmental protection requirements.Through continuous research and technology adoption, we develop forward-thinking waste management systems that minimize ecological impact. Our governance structure enables agile decision-making responsive to the specific needs of each jurisdiction we serve. By integrating sustainability principles into every project, we help communities achieve long-term environmental and economic benefits. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through nationally recognized programs that set industry benchmarks for waste reduction and resource recovery.
Services
Waste-to-Energy Facilities
Landfill Expansion Design
Gas-to-Energy Production
Organic Waste Composting
Recycling Programs
Solar Energy Projects
Environmental Compliance
Construction Oversight
Materials Recovery
Public Education Campaigns
Highlights and features
- We provide innovative waste-to-energy solutions for eight Maryland jurisdictions
- Our team has 40+ years combined experience in sustainable waste management
- We implement nationally-recognized recycling programs that reduce disposal costs
- Our governance structure ensures rapid response to local environmental needs
- We maintain cutting-edge facilities that convert waste into renewable energy
Services
Waste-to-Energy Facilities
We manage three modern waste-to-energy facilities that safely process non-recyclable waste while recovering valuable energy and metals. These facilities utilize advanced combustion technology to generate electricity for regional power grids, significantly reducing landfill volumes while maintaining strict emissions standards. Our BRESCO facility serves Baltimore City through innovative waste conversion solutions.
Landfill Services
We provide comprehensive landfill management services including expansion planning, construction oversight, and environmental monitoring. Our expertise ensures member jurisdictions maintain compliant, operationally efficient disposal sites while maximizing remaining waste capacity through strategic land use planning and volumetric analysis techniques.
Gas-to-Energy Production
Our landfill gas-to-energy systems convert methane emissions into electricity while generating renewable energy credits. We design, build and operate these systems to create environmental and financial benefits through sustainable energy production, with active projects in Anne Arundel County and exploration for new implementations.
Organic Waste Composting
We implement composting programs that transform organic waste into valuable soil amendments. By diverting food and yard waste from landfills, our systems improve soil health while creating nutrient-rich products that enhance agricultural productivity and stormwater management capabilities for participating jurisdictions.
Recycling Programs
We develop comprehensive recycling initiatives that increase material recovery while reducing disposal costs. Our services include program design, MRF contracting, market analysis, and public education through platforms like mdrecycles.org, which provides residents and businesses with recycling guidance and service options.
Questions
What jurisdictions do you serve?
We serve eight Maryland jurisdictions including Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Frederick County, Harford County, Howard County, and Montgomery County through cooperative agreements.
What waste-to-energy facilities do you operate?
We manage three waste-to-energy facilities: Southwest Resource Recovery (BRESCO), Harford Waste-to-Energy (closed 2016), and Montgomery County Resource Recovery Facility, where we own the infrastructure.
How do you handle electronic waste recycling?
We coordinate electronics collection and reuse/recycling programs for member jurisdictions, providing technical guidance and contracting with specialized processors to ensure proper handling of e-waste materials.
What composting programs exist?
Our Baltimore City Composting Project processes organic waste, while we support Anne Arundel County's curbside organic collection program through permitted contractor operations and facility management.
How do you support solar energy development?
We develop and implement solar energy projects across member jurisdictions, working with local governments to integrate renewable energy solutions into waste management infrastructure and operations.
What construction oversight services do you provide?
We offer landfill expansion design, construction oversight, and environmental compliance monitoring services to ensure member jurisdictions maintain operationally efficient and environmentally compliant disposal facilities.
