Republic Services, Inc. broke ground on a new state-of-the-art recycling center in Bridgeton. The 105,000-square-foot St. Louis Recycling Center, expected to open in 2028, will serve businesses and approximately 3 million residents across Greater St. Louis and surrounding communities.
The new facility will have the capacity to process up to 45 tons – or nine truckloads – of recyclables per hour and feature advanced technology, including optical sorters and artificial intelligence (AI) systems, to maximize the recovery of recyclable materials.
Republic Services leaders were joined by representatives from the State of Missouri, St. Louis County, City of St. Louis, City of Bridgeton, community leaders and project partners to kick off the project and tout the facility’s role in supporting economic growth, resource recovery and sustainability throughout the region.
“This project is a major investment in the future of recycling throughout Greater St. Louis and reinforces Republic Services’ commitment to advancing circularity and sustainability,” said Gregg Brummer, chief operating officer. “We appreciate the support we’ve received for this project from the City of Bridgeton and our project partners, and look forward to opening this facility in 2028.”