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Altamont Landfill

The award-winning Altamont Landfill and Resource Recovery Facility is internationally recognized for its sustainable practices and leadership in landfill management.

Renewable Energy at Altamont

One of the industry’s first renewable landfill gas to energy plants was built at the Altamont...

Composting for Alameda County

The Altamont Landfill opened the first industrial Covered Aerated Static Pile (CASP) composting...

A Certified Wildlife Habitat at Work

Nestled among the windmill-doted hills of the Altamont Pass, the landfill blends into the...

Altamont In The Community

The Altamont Landfill is a vital resource to our immediate neighbors and the community at large....

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Insights from WM’s New Area General Manager About Women in Leadership

Long before the term “sustainability” became as commonplace as it is today, Jessica Jones was drawn to designing green buildings and sustainable solutions. Her mother’s occupation as an engineering technician, coupled with her twin brother’s interest in mechanical...

Update Your WM Profile For Same-Day Service Alerts

In anticipation of seasonal weather conditions, road maintenance, and unexpected events, WM Northern California-Nevada asks all residents to update contact details on their WM profiles. This initiative is aligned with WM's commitment to fostering a resilient,...

CMC Service Update – March 31, 2023

Complete Collection Service in Monterey County Resumes, April 1 Negotiations with LiUNA Local 270 Continue March 31, 2023 – Despite an ongoing strike by LiUNA Local 270, CMC management has secured additional volunteer drivers and technicians to resume full collection...

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Altamont Landfill

Renewable Energy at Altamont

Composting for Alameda County

A Certified Wildlife Habitat at Work

Altamont In The Community

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Insights from WM’s New Area General Manager About Women in Leadership

Update Your WM Profile For Same-Day Service Alerts

CMC Service Update – March 31, 2023

WM NCN In The Community We’re passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. Find and connect with WM in your neighborhood at one of our sustainability workshops, community clean up events, educational tours, and more.

WM operates facilities throughout Northern California and Nevada to meet the needs of the communities and businesses we serve. Browse what WM offers near you.

More Than Just Waste Management We are responsible stewards of the environment and sustainability champions. From garbage trucks powered by renewable energy to organics composting, wildlife conservation sites, and more.

Be A Sustainability Champion We all work together to build a better future for tomorrow. By making a personal commitment to sustainability and helping to pass that knowledge onto others, you can make an impact that really matters in your community.

WM Northern California / Nevada WM has been serving the Northern California/Nevada area for more than 50 years. We do more than just manage waste – we help people, organizations, and cities achieve their sustainability goals.

Altamont Landfill

Browse More Content

WM NCN In The Community

We’re passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. Find and connect with WM in your neighborhood at one of our sustainability workshops, community clean up events, educational tours, and more.

More Than Just Waste Management

We are responsible stewards of the environment and sustainability champions. From garbage trucks powered by renewable energy to organics composting, wildlife conservation sites, and more.

Be A Sustainability Champion

We all work together to build a better future for tomorrow. By making a personal commitment to sustainability and helping to pass that knowledge onto others, you can make an impact that really matters in your community.

WM Northern California / Nevada

WM has been serving the Northern California/Nevada area for more than 50 years. We do more than just manage waste – we help people, organizations, and cities achieve their sustainability goals.