Overview
GFL Environmental Services USA, Inc. operates a recycling plant in Denver, Colorado, processing materials under NAICS 562920. The facility supports local waste diversion and resource recovery efforts.
GFL Environmental Services USA, Inc. operates a recycling plant located at 5160 Havana Street, Unit H, in Denver, Colorado. This facility is part of the solid waste management sector, focusing on material recovery and recycling to divert waste from landfills. The plant serves the Denver metropolitan area and contributes to the region's waste reduction goals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for solid waste management and applicable state-level regulations in Colorado. Recycling plants like this one typically process materials such as paper, plastics, metals, and glass, sorting and preparing them for reuse in manufacturing. The NAICS code 562920 indicates this facility is engaged in materials recovery facilities (MRFs) operations. By processing recyclable materials, this plant reduces the volume of waste sent to landfills and conserves natural resources. Its location in an industrial area of Denver allows efficient collection and processing of recyclables from residential and commercial sources. The facility plays a key role in Colorado's circular economy and sustainability initiatives.
Environmental context
Denver's semi-arid climate and growing population create challenges for waste management, including methane emissions from landfills and water conservation. Recycling plants like this one help mitigate these issues by diverting materials from landfills, reducing methane generation, and conserving resources. Proper management of recyclable materials also minimizes litter and pollution in local waterways.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 5160 Havana Street, Unit H, Denver, Colorado 80239, in Adams County.
As a recycling plant, it processes recyclable materials such as paper, plastics, metals, and glass, operating as a materials recovery facility (MRF).
The NAICS code is 562920, which corresponds to Materials Recovery Facilities.
Recycling plants in the US are regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D for solid waste management, as well as state and local environmental regulations.
By diverting recyclable materials from landfills, the facility reduces methane emissions, conserves natural resources, and supports the circular economy in Colorado.
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