Casella Blog: The Resource Journal

The Casella Sustainability Leadership Awards represent a commitment to creating a better tomorrow and showcase the grit, drive, and determination that has led each award recipient down their own individual sustainability paths. These impressive recipients

Long-standing Potsdam, N.Y. employee John Michaud is recognized for prioritizing workplace safety.

Employees Zach Winship and Trustin Macalush were praised for their swift action and heroism after lending a critical hand to local police during a routine pick-up in Franklinville, NY.

Casella’s Jeremy Labbe was recently named to Waste360’s 2022 40 Under 40 honoree list, recognizing inspiring and innovative professionals under the age of 40 in the waste, recycling, and organics industry.

Workplace health, safety, and inclusivity have always been top priorities across the Casella footprint. Most recently, the Belmont and Salem, NH divisions earned distinct recognition in this area, each becoming a designated Recovery Friendly Workplace.

Since launching in early Summer 2021, Casella Super Fan boxes have been spreading good cheer to local area children across the Casella footprint and fostering meaningful connections between Casella drivers and the customers they serve.

Baylee Thompson launched her career at Casella in 2019 after obtaining her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences. What began as a unique job prospect has turned into a thriving opportunity for long-term career growth and professional development.

When Dan Gagnon decided to quit smoking in 2010 he replaced it with a new habit, running. He never dreamed that more than a decade later he would be using his 17-mile commute as a training opportunity for his seventh marathon.

Casella Senior Business Manager, Erin Banfield, was among the nearly 4,000 riders who participated in the Pan-Mass Challenge.

Recently, Sam Joyce, a 19-year-old from Montpelier, Vermont became the youngest employee to complete the CDL training program and successfully obtain his CDL license