HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.465 per share payable December 14, 2018 to stockholders of record on November 30, 2018 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

Strong Organic Revenue Growth Produced Robust Earnings and Cash Generation HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2018 . Revenues for the third quarter of 2018 were $3.82 billion , compared

BALMORHEA, Texas --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2018-- Waste Management Energy Services of Texas, LLC , an in-direct subsidiary of Houston -based Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), announced that its new Reeves County Solids and Liquids Injection Facility, designed for the safe disposal of oilfield

Top Performing Company in the World in Commercial Services and Supplies Sector HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 2, 2018-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been listed on the 2018 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for North America and the World. This distinction marks a recognition of the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 26, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2018 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, October 25, 2018 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 20, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.465 per share payable September 21, 2018 to stockholders of record on September 7, 2018 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas

The Company Raises Full-Year Earnings Per Diluted Share Outlook and Reaffirms Previous Guidance for Other Metrics HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 25, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2018 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 26, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2018 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 17, 2018-- Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM ) today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Thomas (Tom) H . Weidemeyer as Chairman of the Board. “We are extremely pleased that Tom has accepted the role of Chairman of Waste Management’s Board of Directors,”

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 14, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.465 per share payable June 22, 2018 to stockholders of record on June 8, 2018 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

Strong Income from Operations growth of 9% led to Operating Cash growth of 12% HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 20, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2018 . Revenues for the first quarter of 2018 were $3.51 billion compared

TORONTO , March 27, 2018 /CNW/ - Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX:WM, FWB: WC7) ("Wallbridge" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that that it has entered into a US$8 million secured bridge loan (the "Bridge Loan") with Auramet International LLC ("Auramet") to finance the 35,000-tonne

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 20, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2018 financial results before the opening of the market on Friday, April 20, 2018 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00 a.m.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.465 per share payable March 23, 2018 to stockholders of record on March 9, 2018 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

Full-year Income from Operations grew almost 15% driving strong growth in Net Cash Provided by Operations The Company’s Core Solid Waste Business is the Strongest in Two Decades HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 15, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its

Company to Allocate US $2,000 to every North American Employee not on a Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 10, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced today that, in light of the meaningful contributions of its employees and the new U.S.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 10, 2018-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2017 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, February 15, 2018 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.70 to $1.86 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 9.4% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.425 to $0.465 per share.

Provides Updates on 2020 Sustainability Goals and Recycling HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 13, 2017-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today released its 2017 Sustainability Report, which provides updated data to supplement the company’s full 2016 report, “Leading Change, Reinvigorating the Spirit of

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 6, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.425 per share payable December 15, 2017 , to stockholders of record on December 1, 2017 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 31, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today that it will redeem the entire outstanding principal amount of its 6.10% Senior Notes due 2018 (the “Notes”). The redemption date for the Notes is November 30, 2017 .

Company earns place on CDP’s highest performance A List HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 31, 2017-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been recognized as a leader among companies from around the world by environmental not-for-profit CDP for the depth and quality of climate change data it discloses to

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 30, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has priced a public offering of $750 million aggregate principal amount of 3.150% senior notes due November 15, 2027 under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with the

Double-Digit Growth in Net Income and Net Cash Provided by Operating Activity Company Raises Full Year Earnings and Cash Flow Guidance HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 26, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2017 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 2, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2017 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, October 26, 2017 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 24, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.425 per share payable September 22, 2017 to stockholders of record on September 8, 2017 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

Company Celebrates 6,000 Natural Gas Trucks, the Largest Heavy-Duty Fleet of its Kind in North America OKLAHOMA CITY --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 8, 2017-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced today a significant milestone in its natural gas fleet journey, opening its 100 th natural gas fueling station.

Strong Organic Revenue Growth Continues to Drive Increases in Net Income and Cash Flow HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 26, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2017 . Revenues for the second quarter of 2017 were $3.68 billion

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 6, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2017 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.425 per share payable June 23, 2017 to stockholders of record on June 9, 2017 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

Revenue Grows 8.3%, Producing Strong Net Income and Cash Flow Earnings Per Diluted Share Grows More Than 15% HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 26, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2017 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 28, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2017 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 13, 2017-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) has again been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute , a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as a World’s Most Ethical Company®. This year marks Waste Management’s tenth year to

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 28, 2017-- The board of directors of Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM ) today announced the election of Bradbury ( Brad) H. Anderson , who previously served as a member of the board of directors, to the position of board chairman, effective February 27, 2017 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 27, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.425 per share payable March 24, 2017 to stockholders of record on March 10, 2017 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is

Full year Net Cash Provided by Operations grew more than 18% The Company expects continued strong earnings and operational performance in 2017 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 16, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended December 31, 2016 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM ) issued the following statement from Jim Fish , president and chief executive officer, on the passing of its chairman of the board, W. Robert (Bob) Reum , this weekend. “We are deeply saddened by Bob’s passing and, on

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 17, 2017-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2016 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, February 16, 2017 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference

Hundreds of Business and Municipal Leaders to Meet during Waste Management Phoenix Open to Discuss Sustainability, Diversion and Recycling Goals PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2017-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) will host leaders from global companies, representatives from municipalities across

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.64 to $1.70 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 15, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 3.7% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.41 to $0.425 per share.

Report focuses on greenhouse gas emissions reductions and leading change in the midst of recycling challenges HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2016-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) released its 2016 Sustainability Report today. Titled “Leading Change”, the report highlights progress toward making

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced that it has named James ( Jim) C. Fish, Jr. as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. He has also been elected to the Board of Directors. Fish succeeds David P. Steiner as CEO.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.41 per share payable December 16, 2016 to stockholders of record on December 2, 2016 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

Company earns place on CDP’s highest performance A List HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 27, 2016-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been recognized as a leader among companies from around the world by environmental not-for-profit CDP for the depth and quality of climate change data it discloses to

Revenue Grows 5.6% With Both Strong Price and Volume Company Again Increases Full-Year 2016 EPS Guidance HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 26, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2016 .

Tips from Waste Management on pre- and post-storm preparation POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 4, 2016-- In order to keep you safe as Hurricane Matthew approaches and enable our drivers to restart essential services as soon as the storm passes, Waste Management offers the following tips

Company featured in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices 13 times in the past 14 years HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 4, 2016-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) has been named to the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), marking its thirteenth time in fourteen years to be recognized.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 28, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2016 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 25, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.41 per share payable September 23, 2016 to stockholders of record on September 9, 2016 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 27, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed James C. (Jim) Fish, Jr. to the position of President, reporting to David Steiner , the company’s Chief Executive Officer.

Continued Strong Earnings Growth Driven by Revenue Expansion and Cost Control Company Increases Full-Year 2016 Cash Flow and EPS Guidance HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 27, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2016 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 6, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2016 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.41 per share payable June 17, 2016 to stockholders of record on June 3, 2016 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 2.4% senior notes due May 15, 2023 under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with the

Company Exceeds Plan in All Key Financial Metrics Revenue Growth from Both Yield and Volume Drive Strong Net Income and Cash Flow HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 28, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2016 .

Company recognized for commitment to environment, ethical business practices and corporate citizenship HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 25, 2016-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) has again been named to Corporate Responsibility (CR) Magazine’s list of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens, which ranks public

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 31, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2016 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, April 28, 2016 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 7, 2016-- For the ninth straight year, Waste Management (NYSE:WM) has been named one of the world’s most ethical companies by Ethisphere Institute . Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies designation recognizes companies who align principle with action, work

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 26, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.41 per share payable March 18, 2016 to stockholders of record on March 7, 2016 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

Event organizers will benefit from observation and critique of their certification applications by team of sustainability professionals. HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 22, 2016-- In a joint release today, Waste Management (NYSE:WM) and the Council for Responsible Sport announced a significant

Company exceeds 2015 expectations Expects continued momentum through 2016 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended December 31, 2015 . Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2015 were $3.25 billion compared with

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2016-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2015 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, February 18, 2016 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 2016-- Waste Management Inc. of Florida today announced that it has completed its acquisition of certain business assets of Southern Waste Systems (SWS)/Sun Recycling in Miami-Dade , Broward , Palm Beach , Martin and St. Lucie counties.

Waste Management to Gather Hundreds of Key Leaders during the 2016 Waste Management Phoenix Open to Discuss Sustainability and ‘The Circular Economy’ PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 2016-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) will host hundreds of corporate leaders from global companies, representatives

Provides Updates on 2020 Sustainability Goals and Recycling HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 16, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) released its 2015 Sustainability Report today, which provides updated data to the company’s full 2014 report titled “Creating a Circular Economy”.

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.54 to $1.64 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 6.5% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.385 to $0.41 per share.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share payable December 18, 2015 to stockholders of record on December 4, 2015 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

Company Sees More Than 27% Growth in Diluted Earnings Per Share; Expects to Exceed the Upper End of its Guidance HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 27, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2015 .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 1, 2015-- The board of directors of Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) has elected Kathleen M. Mazzarella to its board of directors effective October 1 st . Ms. Mazzarella will serve on the management development and compensation committee and the nominating and

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2015 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

World’s largest golf tournament achieves zero waste validation for third consecutive year; continues to elevate sustainability efforts and results HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 21, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) announced that the 2015 Waste Management Phoenix Open (WMPO) diverted 100 percent

Company recognized for “doing well by doing good” HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) has been named to Fortune Magazine’s first ever “Change the World” list, which ranks companies that have made a sizable impact on major global social or environmental problems as

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 20, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share payable September 24, 2015 to stockholders of record on September 14, 2015 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas

Company Sees Double Digit Growth in Earnings and Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 23, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2015 . Revenues for the second quarter of 2015 were $3.32 billion

Company Makes $13 million Investment in Waterloo WATERLOO, Ontario --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 25, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) celebrated the launch of a new fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueled trucks with a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at the company’s facility on Conrad Place in

Fourth Annual Sustainability Circle of Excellence Award recognizes outstanding performance in diversion and recycling HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 23, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) announced the winners of the 2015 “Sustainability Circle of Excellence Award,” a recognition given to the top

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 11, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2015 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, July 23, 2015 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share payable June 19, 2015 to stockholders of record on June 5, 2015 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

Disciplined Core Price Growth and Continued Cost Control Focus Contributed to Solid Quarter Company Reaffirms Full-Year Guidance HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 29, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2015 .

Waste Management recognized for commitment to environment, ethical business practices and corporate citizenship POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 29, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) has been named to Corporate Responsibility (CR) Magazine’s list of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens,

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 30, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2015 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has received all required approvals for and has now closed on the previously announced acquisition of the outstanding stock of Deffenbaugh Disposal, Inc. (“Deffenbaugh”).

Ethisphere Institute Recognizes Company for Dedication to Ethical Business Practices POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 11, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ), has once again been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute , an independent center of research promoting best practices in

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 25, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today that its previously announced cash tender offer expired at 5:00 p.m. New York City time on February 24, 2015 . At the expiration time, valid tenders had been received in the amounts set forth in the table

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 24, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share payable March 20, 2015 to stockholders of record on March 9, 2015 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas , is the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 24, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today the consideration for each series of notes subject to the previously announced cash tender offer by Waste Management and its wholly owned subsidiary, Waste Management Holdings, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has priced underwritten public offerings of $600 million aggregate principal amount of 3.125% senior notes due March 1, 2025 , $450 million aggregate principal amount of 3.90% senior notes due March

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today that, together with its wholly owned subsidiary, Waste Management Holdings, Inc. (“WMH”), it has commenced a cash tender offer to purchase any and all of the outstanding aggregate principal amount of the

Company reports strong cash generation and earnings in 2014 and expects continued strength in 2015 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 17, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2014 .

RBC Canadian Open Ranks Highest in Overall Sustainability among Participating  PGA TOUR Golf Tournaments PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 20, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) announced today that the RBC Canadian Open was named the winner of the second annual Sustainability Challenge, a contest

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 15, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2014 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference

Social Media Video Contest Challenges Consumers to Put into Play How They Go Green in 2015 PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 2015-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM), the leading provider of comprehensive waste management services in North America , announced today the launch of the “Green in 15” social

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 2, 2015-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that Andrés Gluski, president and chief executive officer of The AES Corporation ( AES ), one of the world’s largest independent power producers, was elected to its board of directors effective January 1 st

Waste Management (NYSE:WM) offers tips on how to Recycle Often. Recycle Right. SM after the holidays HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 26, 2014-- As holiday festivities conclude, there comes an abundance of waste. In fact, the extra waste produced during the holidays amounts to about one million

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 19, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today that it will redeem the entire outstanding principal amount of its 6.375% Senior Notes due March 2015 , 7.125% Senior Notes due December 2017 , and 7.375% Senior Notes due March 2019 (the “Notes”).

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 19, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced today that it has completed the previously announced sale of Wheelabrator Technologies, Inc. to an affiliate of Energy Capital Partners (“ECP”) for a cash sales price of approximately $1.94 billion .

Updates on recycling, energy production and new technologies HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2014-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) today released its 2014 Sustainability Report, titled “Creating a Circular Economy,” which documents the company’s progress on recycling, energy production,

Recycle Often. Recycle Right. SM simplifies recycling and inspires participation. HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 14, 2014-- In an effort to increase recycling and improve the quality of materials through a comprehensive education program, Waste Management (NYSE:WM) has launched a new online portal

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2014-- To avoid further costs of litigation, we are pleased to see the case by Harris County and the State of Texas against McGinnis Industrial Maintenance Corp. (MIMC) resolved with a $29.2M settlement. The settlement also dismisses the State and County’s claims

Natural Gas from Milam Landfill to Be Delivered to Ameren Illinois Pipeline FAIRMONT CITY, Ill. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2014-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) celebrated the opening of a unique Renewable Natural Gas Facility creating pipeline-ready natural gas from the landfill gas produced at its

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.375 per share payable December 19, 2014 to stockholders of record on December 5, 2014 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas ,

Yield and Cost Controls Continue to Drive Strong Operating Profit HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 29, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2014 . Revenues for the third quarter of 2014 were $3.60 billion compared with $3.62

HOUSTON & KANSAS CITY, Kan. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 6, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) and aPriori Capital Partners L.P. today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which a subsidiary of Waste Management will acquire the outstanding stock of Deffenbaugh Disposal, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2014 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

Company acknowledged for environmental performance and disclosure HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 23, 2014-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been recognized as a leader among S&P 500 companies by environmental non-profit CDP for the depth and quality of climate change data it disclosed to investors

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.375 per share payable September 19, 2014 to stockholders of record on September 5, 2014 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 29, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) has agreed to sell Wheelabrator Technologies Inc. (“WTI”) to an affiliate of Energy Capital Partners (“ECP”) for $1.94 billion in cash. Wheelabrator owns or operates 17 waste-to-energy facilities and four independent

Strong Pricing Leads to Continued Growth in Income from Operations and Income from Operations Margin Company Executes Agreements to Repurchase $600 Million in Shares HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 29, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended

HOUSTON, Jun 30, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) --Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2014 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET.

World’s highest-attended golf tournament earns UL’s Zero Waste status HOUSTON, Jun 30, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) --For the second consecutive year, the Waste Management (NYSE:WM) Phoenix Open has diverted 100 percent of waste away from landfills amid this year’s record attendance of 563,008 fans.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 12, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.375 per share payable June 20, 2014 to stockholders of record on June 6, 2014 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $350 million aggregate principal amount of 3.50% senior notes due May 15, 2024 under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with the

Net Income Grows More Than 35 Percent and Income from Operations Margin Grows 170 Basis Points HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 24, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2014 . Revenues for the first quarter of 2014 were $3.40

20th annual Wheelabrator Environmental Symposium to be held in May HAMPTON, N.H. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 22, 2014-- As America celebrates Earth Day today, students at 15 middle schools across the East Coast will be putting the finishing touches on sustainability projects they will present next

Proactive wildlife projects, sustainability lauded WESTVILLE, N.J. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2014-- Wheelabrator Technologies, a worldwide leader in converting everyday household and commercial waste into clean, renewable energy, was recently honored by the New Jersey Department of Environmental

And Announces Second Quarter 2014 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2014 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, April 24, 2014 .

Company has earned award for seven consecutive years with dedication to ethical business practices and sustainability POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2014-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ), a leading environmental solutions for North America , has been recognized by the Ethisphere

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 25, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.375 per share payable March 21, 2014 to stockholders of record on March 10, 2014 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 2.7% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.365 to $0.375 per share. On an annual basis, the per share dividend increases from $1.46 to $1.50 .

Company sees strong cash generation in 2013 and expects continued strength in 2014 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2013 .

Waste Management Draws on Phoenix Open Experience to Rate Shell Houston Open Winner in Sustainability for Participating PGA TOUR Golf Tournaments PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 29, 2014-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today announced that the Shell Houston Open has been named the winner of its

And Announces First Quarter 2014 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 2014-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2013 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 .

New Promotional Brand Campaign Seeks to Educate and Engage; Reinforces Waste Management Phoenix Open as “Greenest Show on Grass” PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 3, 2013-- Underscoring Waste Management’s (NYSE: WM) commitment to educating and engaging the community about sustainability, the company

Company used recycling, composting and waste-to-energy to achieve 100 percent diversion BOSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 14, 2013-- In recognition of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15 , Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today announced that at the Deutsche Bank Championship, 100 percent of tournament waste

Waste Management Will Manage and Market Fly Ash HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Energy Services division has been awarded a contract to provide coal combustion product marketing and onsite landfill management services to American

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.365 per share payable December 20, 2013 to stockholders of record on December 4, 2013 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

America Recycles Day is a great time to focus on the right way to recycle HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) is a proud sponsor of America Recycles Day, a program of Keep America Beautiful (KAB), which will take place this Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 .

Earnings per Share and Net Income Grow by more than 30% HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 29, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2013 . Revenues for the third quarter of 2013 were $3.62 billion compared with $3.46 billion for

Will deliver natural gas from landfill into Ameren Illinois’ pipelines FAIRMONT CITY, Ill. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 17, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM ) today announced it is building a facility that will create pipeline-ready natural gas from its Milam Landfill in Fairmont City, Ill.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 19, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release third quarter 2013 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 22, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.365 per share payable September 20, 2013 to stockholders of record on September 6, 2013 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

Exemplifies commitment to safe, clean energy production since 1991 SPOKANE, Wash. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2013-- Wheelabrator Technologies has been named winner of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Gold Excellence Award in the Waste-to-Energy category.

Waste Management efforts drive tournament to achieve Council for Responsible Sport Gold Certification and 100 percent diversion HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 6, 2013-- The 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open (WMPO) (NYSE: WM) earned Gold Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport for its

Expands environmental service offerings in Bakken Shale HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 1, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has acquired Summit Energy Services and Liquid Logistics, two Williston, North Dakota energy services companies.

Company adds natural gas trucks and public station in Jackson, Miss. JACKSON, Miss. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 31, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) today announced the opening of its 50th natural gas fueling station, a further move toward the company’s sustainability goals of reducing its fleet

Earnings per Share Grow 15.6% and Income from Operations Grows 9.4% HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 30, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2013 . Revenues for the second quarter of 2013 were $3.53 billion compared with $3.46

Company to provide sustainability solutions to triathlons nationwide HOUSTON & TAMPA, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 18, 2013-- Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM) and IRONMAN today announced that Waste Management has been named the official environmental solutions provider for IRONMAN ® triathlons.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 18, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter 2013 financial results before the opening of the market on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 . Following the release, Waste Management will host its investor conference call at 10:00 a.m.

Funds to support the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund , aiding victims of natural disasters HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 5, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has announced a $50,000 contribution to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund to support its efforts in response to the

Waste Management and McDonough Innovation form initiative to address waste impact of consumer goods HOUSTON & CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 5, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), North America’s largest environmental solutions provider and leading residential recycler, and

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 21, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced it is helping customers validate their zero waste initiatives by employing an offering by UL Environment, a business unit of UL ( Underwriters Laboratories ). “While there are vague and often conflicting

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 9, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.365 per share payable June 21, 2013 to stockholders of record on June 7, 2013 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

Company Sees Positive Momentum from Yield, Costs, and Cash From Operations HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 24, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2013 . Revenues for the first quarter of 2013 were $3.34 billion compared with

Second Quarter 2013 Conference Presentation Schedule Announced HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release first quarter 2013 financial results before the opening of the market on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 .

Two companies’ innovative rewards-for-recycling program reaches 75 communities, recovers 179 million pounds of materials, earns consumers $4 million in reward value HOUSTON AND NEW YORK CITY — MARCH 20, 2013 — Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), the leading provider of comprehensive waste management

Award recognizes leadership in ethical business practices and commitment to sustainability HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 6, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute—a leading international organization dedicated to the creation, advancement and sharing of

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 25, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.365 per share payable March 22, 2013 to stockholders of record on March 11, 2013 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

Second Annual Sustainability Circle of Excellence Award recognizes outstanding performance in diversion and recycling HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2013-- Today, Waste Management (NYSE: WM) announced the winners of the 2012 Sustainability Circle of Excellence Award, a recognition given to the

Waste Management set to reach “Zero Waste Challenge” goal to divert 100 percent of tournament waste from landfills PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2013-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has surpassed the record-setting 97 percent waste diversion success achieved at the 2012

Company Expects Significant Cash Generation in 2013 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2012 . Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2012 were $3.43 billion compared

Strategic move expands company’s customer base, service network and recycling volumes HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its subsidiary, WM Recycle America, L.L.C. , has acquired Greenstar, LLC from NTR plc .

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that Victoria Holt , President and Chief Executive Officer of Spartech Corporation , was elected to its Board of Directors on Monday, January 28 th . Ms. Holt's career includes a broad range of experiences.

First Quarter 2013 Conference Presentation Schedule Announced HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 10, 2013-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2012 financial results before the opening of the market on Thursday, February 14, 2013 .

HAMILTON, ON, Dec. 11, 2012, 2012 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --Habitat project provides shelter for waterfowl and other migratory birds Waste Management of Canada is the 2012 recipient of the prestigious "Wings Over Wetlands" award from the Wildlife Habitat Council and Ducks Unlimited for its

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.42 to $1.46 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 11, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 2.8% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.355 to $0.365 per share.

Waste Management Sustainability Program Continues to Highlight Tournament as the “Greenest Show on Grass” PHOENIX --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 27, 2012-- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today announced that it will continue the Zero Waste Challenge for the second year at the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix

CAMBRIDGE, ON, Nov. 16, 2012, 2012 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --New single-stream recycling facility to process up to 550,000 tonnes of material per year from Southwestern Ontario and will increase diversion Waste Management of Canada today unveiled the largest licensed private-sector recycling

Materials Recovery Facility in Topeka Is Part of Waste Management's Commitment to Help Customers Go Green Nov 16, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) -- Waste Management ( NYSE : WM ) recently celebrated America Recycles Day by dedicating its new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) located at the Rolling

WM Releases 2012 Sustainability Report for America Recycles Day HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today released its 2012 sustainability report. The report is called “Embracing the Zero Waste Challenge,” and documents the company’s progress toward

Company continues to exceed its wildlife habitat protection goal by securing WHC certifications at 116 facilities and protecting over 28,000 acres BALTIMORE --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 2012-- At its 24 th Annual Symposium, Working for a Greener World , the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) announced

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 6, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.355 per share payable December 14, 2012 to stockholders of record on November 28, 2012 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

Separation of household waste from other debris essential. Waste Management service recovery under way, including rapid mobilization of people, assets following impact of Hurricane Sandy. EWING, N.J. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 2, 2012-- Following discussions with local officials, Waste Management has

Company Sees Improving Trends Heading into 2013 HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 31, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended September 30, 2012 . Revenues for the third quarter of 2012 were $3.46 billion compared with $3.52 billion for the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 29, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that due to Hurricane Sandy it has postponed the scheduled analyst conference call to discuss third quarter 2012 financial results from Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced an alliance with Sam’s Club to provide membership discounts to small and medium business customers, allowing them access to Sam’s Club’s savings on bulk merchandise and supplies.

Okeechobee Organics Recycling Facility Honored As 2012 Best Practice Award Winner In Large Business Division Okeechobee, FL (September 20, 2012) -- Waste Management’s Okeechobee Organics Recycling Facility has been named the winner of the 2012 Sustainable Florida Best Practice Award in the large

Scottsdale, Arizona – September 18, 2012 – The 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open pumped $222 million into Arizona’s economy according to an economic impact study released today by the Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business. The study, which also included ASU’s Center for

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 17, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss third quarter 2012 financial results. These results are expected to be released before the

Company recognized for its commitment to environmental sustainability HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 17, 2012-- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) today announced its inclusion in the 2012 Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI), ranking on the DJSI World and North America indexes as the top waste and

Health care providers can sustainably manage the disposal of any Pfizer drug product with online search engine that provides waste categorization and disposal information HOUSTON and NEW YORK — September 13, 2012 — Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) and WM Healthcare Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Waste

Health care providers can sustainably manage the disposal of any Pfizer drug product with online search engine that provides waste categorization and disposal information HOUSTON and NEW YORK — September 13, 2012 — Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) and WM Healthcare Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Waste

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 5, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 2.90% senior notes due September 15, 2022 under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 28, 2012-- The Broward County Commission today awarded Wheelabrator Technologies an exclusive, five-year contract for disposal of the county's municipal solid waste and bulk trash. Effective July 2013 , the agreement extends Wheelabrator's long-standing

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 24, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.355 per share payable September 21, 2012 to stockholders of record on September 7, 2012 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 23, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) has been notified of an unsolicited "mini-tender offer" by TRC Capital Corporation to purchase up to 3 million shares, or approximately 0.65 percent, of outstanding Waste Management common stock at $33.00 per share.

Companies embark on program to explore viability of MSW as inputs for PlantroseTM process HOUSTON and KING OF PRUSSIA, Penn. – August 23, 2012 – Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), the leading provider of comprehensive waste management services, and Renmatix, the leading manufacturer of biobased

Louisville's first public-access compressed natural gas fueling station debuts LOUISVILLE, Ky. , Aug. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Management has launched a new local fleet of 25 clean-burning CNG trucks and unveiled Louisville 's first public-access, 24-hour compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling

Cost Structure Expected to be Reduced by 100 Basis Points in 2013 Jim Trevathan Appointed Chief Operating Officer HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 26, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced a reorganization of its operations, designed to flatten the management structure and remove

Collection and Disposal Income from Operations Grows 3.4% HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 26, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended June 30, 2012 . Revenues for the second quarter of 2012 were $3.46 billion compared with $3.35 billion for

Executive Vice President - Finance, Recycling and Energy Services Steven C. Preston to Leave Company HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 5, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that James C. Fish , Jr., currently Senior Vice President of the Eastern Group , will become Executive

The City of Bellefontaine Neighbors to Represent Missouri in National Competition for $100,000 Grant ST. LOUIS, MO, Jul 02, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --Americans recycle only one-and-a-half pounds of the more than four pounds of waste they generate daily, adding unnecessary waste to our nation's

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 25, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss second quarter 2012 financial results. These results are expected to be released before the

Company ranked fourth in BioFuels Digest “Top 40 Hottest Partners in the BioEnergy and Bio-Based Products” HOUSTON – June 15, 2012 – Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today was recognized by BioFuels Digest as one of the Top 40 Hottest Partners in the BioEnergy and Bio-Based Products.

U.S. municipalities will benefit from comprehensive stormwater management offerings HOUSTON , June 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --  Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced a program to provide a total stormwater management offering to U.S. municipalities in the form of public-private strategic

Waste Management’s prize in the Rice University Business Plan Competition prize will fund development of advanced nanomaterials made from plastic waste HOUSTON — May 31, 2012— Waste Management, Inc., (NYSE: WM) North America’s largest waste and environmental services company, announced today that

Waste Management will collect ceiling tiles from renovation and demolition projects for re-use in the manufacture of new tiles WASHINGTON, DC, May 29, 2012 – Thousands of tons of old ceiling tiles will soon be diverted from local landfills thanks to a new agreement between Armstrong World

Tournament Zero Waste Challenge exceeds ambitious goals by diverting more than 97 percent of waste and recovering 82 percent of materials TEMPE, Ariz. — May 18, 2012 — Waste Management officially announced today the final diversion and recovery percentages as part of the Zero Waste Challenge from

CNG, which reduces air pollution in collection vehicles, is now available to local commercial fleets and will soon be to retail customers HOUSTON , May 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) today announced plans to expand its fleet of natural gas-powered collection vehicles in the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 10, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.355 per share payable June 22, 2012 to stockholders of record on June 8, 2012 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 10, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the appointment of Mark Schwartz as Senior Vice President, People. As such, he will be responsible for leading and directing the human resources organization to help the company achieve its transformational

Energy efficiency efforts become standard in new construction and remodeling projects, while remodelers place high value on waste management and sustainable materials. New York – May 1, 2012 - McGraw-Hill Construction , part of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP), today released its latest

Waste Management highlights the importance of coastal conservation by giving new recycling customers a Houston Audubon Society membership. Houston —April 30, 2012 — Waste Management , Inc, announced today that in honor of Earth Day, it has given 135 customers that signed up for recycling services

Volumes Positive for First Time Since 2006 HOUSTON, Apr 26, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) --Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its quarter ended March 31, 2012. Revenues for the first quarter of 2012 were $3.29 billion compared with $3.10 billion for the same 2011

Waste Management creates more green energy than the entire U.S. solar industry. RENO, Nev., April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --With the nation's need for renewable energy increasing, Waste Management (NYSE: WM) opened northern Nevada 's first and only Gas-To-Energy power plant at its Lockwood

Show tracks the competition between two advertising agencies vying to tell Waste Management's growth story HOUSTON , March 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) will be one of a handful of companies featured in AMC's new original unscripted series, The Pitch, which tracks the intense

And Announces Second Quarter 2012 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss first quarter 2012 financial

John Morris Appointed; Joins Senior Leadership Team HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 22, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that John Morris is the company's new chief strategy officer. He replaces Bill Caesar who is now president of WM Recycle America (WMRA).

PHILADELPHIA – March 21, 2012 - Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced an agreement with ZLD Technologies a subsidiary of Heartland Technology Partners, LLC (HTP), for exclusive rights to distribute HTP’s wastewater treatment technology for leachate and produced water applications in the

Program discounts benefit small and medium commercial customers while providing leading waste management solutions HOUSTON, TX  — March  19, 2012 — Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced its Vendor Alliance Program, a program designed to provide its small and medium sized business

Award recognizes exceptional ethical leadership across continents and industries HOUSTON , March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute , the leading business ethics think-tank, as one of the 2012 World's Most Ethical (WME) Companies.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 28, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.355 per share payable March 23, 2012 to stockholders of record on March 9, 2012 . ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc.

Sustainability Circle of Excellence Award recognizes outstanding performance in diversion and recycling HOUSTON , Feb. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With construction customers across North America , Waste Management is today honoring 10 companies with its inaugural Sustainability Circle of Excellence

New acquisition adds full-service waste transportation services WEST SENECA, N.Y. - February 22, 2012 - Waste Management of West Seneca (WM) today announced the acquisition of Reliable Environmental Transport (RET). RET provides services to the natural gas exploration and production industry

Revenue and Cash Flow Show Strong Improvement HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 16, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2011 . Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2011 were $3.41 billion compared with

Waste Management successfully launches "Zero Waste Challenge" Campaign by diverting 90 percent of waste from landfills PHOENIX — Feb. 10, 2012 — Waste Management today announced that it has met its Zero Waste Challenge goals by diverting more than 90 percent and recovering more than 70 percent of

$30-million investment will create up to 80 jobs, boost local economy, and help reduce dependence on landfill disposal CAMBRIDGE (February 2, 2012) — Waste Management (WM) announced today that it will build a single-stream recycling centre in Cambridge, Ontario, that will process up to 550,000

Waste Management also launches its DART tool that will support contractors and developers in measuring their C&D waste diversion performance and in applying for LEED® certification TORONTO (January 26, 2012) — Waste Management (WM) today announced that it will establish the most technologically

Innovative technology to provide greater operational flexibility and reduce trips, fuel use, greenhouse gas emissions and improved maintenance costs HOUSTON , Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --   Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced today a pilot program that will introduce Rotopress waste

North America's largest landfill gas-to-energy owner and operator recognized for leadership in waste-based renewable energy development Houston - January 18, 2012 - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) has named Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 10, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2011 financial results.

William K. Caesar to Assume Role for North America’s Largest Residential Recycler HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2012-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that William K. (Bill) Caesar, chief strategy officer at Waste Management, will succeed Pat DeRueda as President of WM Recycle

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.36 to $1.42 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON, Dec 09, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 4.4% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.34 to $0.355 per share.

Company Anticipates Naming a Successor WMRA President by Yearend; Current AVP Joining Company's Transformation Effort to Optimize Materials Recovery, Transfer and Disposal Assets HOUSTON, Dec 07, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that Pat DeRueda, President

HOUSTON and PLEASANTON, Calif. , Nov. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has closed an equity investment in Fulcrum BioEnergy , Inc. (Fulcrum). In connection with this investment, WM agreed to a secured loan facility that provides for WM's funding of

WM Aims to Make WMPO the Greenest Tournament on the PGA Tour PHOENIX, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management today announced that it will launch its Zero Waste Challenge - an initiative aimed at educating vendors and patrons about proper disposal of waste, so that eventually zero

Waste Management's DART tool will help developers track environmental performance, earn LEED® certification Waste Management has formally launched a Diversion and Recycling Tracking tool (DART) to help project planners, contractors, architects and building owners measure their green performance

Data Center Facility Honored for Green Initiatives Waste Management Inc . (NYSE: WM) today announced that their Data Center Facility has received a Green Technology World Leadership Award from TMC . The World Leadership Award honors forward-thinking businesses that have made advancements in

As a thank you to the thousands of people who used Bagster bags to take on summer home improvement project debris, Waste Management ran a sweepstakes that offered Do-It-Yourselfers a chance to win $10,000 towards the home improvement project of the winner's choice.

Company surpasses wildlife habitat protection goals by securing WHC certifications at 110 facilities and protecting over 26,000 acres BALTIMORE , Nov. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- At its 23rd Annual Symposium, People, Partnerships and Pathways , the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) announced that Waste

Companies Host the Opening of Okeechobee Organics Recycling Facility - the Most Advanced Aerated Composting Technology to Process Food Residuals in South Florida OKEECHOBEE, Fla., Nov 15, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- In honor of America Recycles Day, Waste Management (NYSE:WM) and Publix today

All seven North American eCycling service centers attain prestigious Basel Action Network (BAN) e-Stewards(R) certification. HOUSTON , Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- WM Recycle America, L.L.C. , a subsidiary of Waste Management , Inc. (NYSE: WM), one of the largest waste services and residential

HOUSTON, Nov 08, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share payable December 16, 2011 to stockholders of record on November 30, 2011. ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston,

Third Quarter Revenue Grows Nearly 9% and Net Income Increases More Than 11% HOUSTON, Oct 27, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2011. Net income (a) for the quarter was $272 million, or $0.58 per

Relationship enhances growth prospects for both companies and expands opportunities to motivate and mobilize more people to recycle through Recycle Rewards' subsidiary Recyclebank HOUSTON and NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- HOUSTON and NEW YORK , Oct.

Commercial demonstration plant in Oregon receives approval to begin operations HOUSTON, Oct. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has taken an equity position in InEnTec Inc. (InEnTec) by exchanging its equity interest in S4 Energy Solutions LLC

HOUSTON, Oct 03, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced the appointment of Steven Preston as Executive Vice President of Finance, Recycling & Energy Services, effective October 1, 2011. This is a new position that will report to Waste Management President and Chief

And Announces Fourth Quarter 2011 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON, Sep 08, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss third quarter 2011 financial

University of Iowa Aims For 60% Waste Diversion Through Recycling by 2020 IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management and the University of Iowa unveiled a new single-stream recycling program today. The new recycling program is designed to help the University of Iowa

HOUSTON, Aug 25, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 2.60% senior notes due September 1, 2016 under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with

HOUSTON, Aug 23, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share payable September 23, 2011 to stockholders of record on September 6, 2011. ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston,

HOUSTON, Aug 16, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that Bradbury H. Anderson, formerly Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Best Buy Co. Inc., was elected to its Board of Directors on Thursday, August 11 th . Mr.

State-of-the-art facility will increase recycling volumes by Houston residents HOUSTON, Aug. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today joined with the City of Houston , local and state officials and WM customers to celebrate the launch of its Houston Material Recovery

Waste Management Recycle America strengthens its position as the leader in ecycling with purchase of Access Computer Products, Inc. and Mordell, LLC. HOUSTON, Aug. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- WM Recycle America, L.L.C., a subsidiary of Waste Management , Inc.

Strategic move expands company's customer base, service network and its ability to increase volumes HOUSTON & HARTFORD, Conn., Jul 28, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) announced that today it will close the acquisition of Oakleaf Global Holdings and its primary operations

HOUSTON, Jul 28, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2011. Net income (a) for the quarter was $237 million, or $0.50 per diluted share, compared with $246 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, for the

Residents urged to give life to old electronics at events by recycling e-waste in a free, convenient, secure way. NORMAN and SHAWNEE, Okla., July 20, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- As part of the Keep America Beautiful and Keep Oklahoma Beautiful programs, Waste Management Recycle America, a

Company operates largest clean-burning fleet in North America A third of it powered by "trash gas" CARSON, Calif., July 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today added a 1000th natural gas truck to its fleet, making it the largest owner and operator of clean-running,

Renewable energy and greentech investments signal company's transformation to extract value from waste MCMINNVILLE, Ore. and ARLINGTON, Ore., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- For the communities of McMinnville, Ore. , and Seattle, Wash. , the "circles of sustainability" are now one year

Appointment part of a realignment of Senior Leadership Team to achieve company's strategic goals HOUSTON, Jun 13, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the appointment of James E. Trevathan as Executive Vice President, Growth, Innovation and Field Support.

HOUSTON, Jun 08, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced that senior vice president (SVP) and chief financial officer (CFO) Robert G. Simpson intends to retire as of Sept. 30, 2011. Anticipating that Bob wanted to retire, the company has been conducting a search for

And Announces Third Quarter 2011 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON, Jun 06, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss second quarter 2011 financial

Energy efficiency and compactor monitoring services translate into key cost savings for customers. HOUSTON, June 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management , Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced the new SmartEnergy(SM) Compactor which could reduce electricity consumption by as much as 70 percent

All eight North American eCycling service centers attain prestigious R2/RIOS certification, giving WM Recycle America the highest number of facilities of any company earning certification to-date. HOUSTON, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- WM Recycle America, L.L.C., a subsidiary of Waste

Companies provide free printer cartridge recycling and discounts on ink and toner cartridge purchases HOUSTON and EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) and Cartridge World Group Holdings Pty Ltd and Cartridge World North America, LLC (CW) today

HOUSTON, May 13, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share payable June 17, 2011 to stockholders of record on June 2, 2011. ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is the

Waste Management augments its portfolio of thermal conversion technologies HOUSTON and PFAFFENHOFEN, Germany, May 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE:WM) today announced a strategic investment in Agnion Energy , Inc. (Agnion) to advance Agnion's allothermal gasification

Facility will process food, yard and clean demolition wood waste from Central Florida residents and businesses to create organic compost products APOPKA, Fla., May 5, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), today announced it is developing a new organics facility in

Waste Management adds largest composting facility in the eastern U.S. to its network of organics processing facilities. HOUSTON and WILMINGTON, Del., May 3, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management , Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced a strategic investment in the Peninsula Compost Company ,

HOUSTON, Apr 28, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2011. Net income (a) for the quarter was $186 million, or $0.39 per diluted share, compared with $182 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, for the first

Helps cities and municipalities improve stormwater quality HOUSTON, April 20, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management , Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with AbTech Industries under which Waste Management will provide SmartSponge(R) to its customers

WM NYeCycles Service provides a seamless and proactive recycling experience for Industrial, Commercial and Residential eCycling/e-Waste customers NEW YORK, April 4, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- WM Recycle America, a subsidiary of Waste Management , Inc.

And Announces Second Quarter 2011 Conference Presentation Schedule HOUSTON--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss first quarter 2011 financial results.

HOUSTON, Mar 01, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share payable March 25, 2011 to stockholders of record on March 11, 2011. ABOUT WASTE MANAGEMENT Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is

Aims to turn municipal solid waste into higher-value chemicals HOUSTON and SAN DIEGO, Feb. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) and Genomatica today announced a strategic joint development agreement to research and advance Genomatica's technology and manufacturing

New position will help grow company's ability to know and serve its customers better HOUSTON, Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- With substantial experience in developing relationships between businesses and customers, Grace Cowan has been hired by Waste Management (NYSE: WM) to serve as

Facility will process food, yard and clean demolition wood waste from South Florida residents and businesses to create organic compost products OKEECHOBEE, Fla., Jan. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), today announced it is developing a new organics facility in

$800,000 Study Coordinated with U.S. EPA KETTLEMAN CITY, Calif., Jan. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management of the Central Valley today announced that Wenck Associates, Inc. has completed an extensive PCB (polychlorinated biphenyl) study at WM's Kettleman Hills Facility, which found

HOUSTON, Jan 05, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2010 financial results.

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $1.26 to $1.36 on an Annual Basis HOUSTON, Dec 16, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an 8% increase in the planned quarterly dividend rate, from $0.315 to $0.34 per share.

Company exceeds 100 certified programs and 25,000 protected acres far in advance of 2020 Goal BALTIMORE, Nov. 12, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Waste Management (NYSE: WM) announced that it has surpassed its environmental sustainability goal by certifying 103 wildlife habitat programs and

HOUSTON, Nov 09, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.315 per share payable December 17, 2010 to stockholders of record on December 1, 2010. About Waste Management Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston,

Third Quarter Revenue Increases Seven Percent Company Reaffirms 2010 Free Cash Flow Guidance HOUSTON, Oct 28, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) --  Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2010. Revenue for the third quarter of 2010 was $3.24

HOUSTON, Sep 30, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on October 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss third quarter 2010 financial results. These results are expected to be released before the opening of the

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.315 per share payable September 24, 2010 to stockholders of record on September 7, 2010. About Waste Management Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is the

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2010. Revenue for the second quarter of 2010 was $3.16 billion compared with $2.95 billion for the same 2009 period, an increase of $206 million, or 7.0%.

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 30, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. today announced the change of its ticker symbol on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) from WMI to WM effective at the start of trading on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 . The new symbol better represents the company’s current logo.

Company to Resume Share Repurchases Given Improved Visibility to Full Year Results HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 30, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2009 . Net income (a) for the quarter was $247 million , or $0.50

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 25, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss second quarter 2009 financial results. These results are expected to be released before the

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 8, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.29 per share payable June 19, 2009 to stockholders of record on June 1, 2009 . About Waste Management Waste Management, Inc.

Adjusted Income from Operations Margin Expands HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 29, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009 . Net income (a) for the quarter was $155 million , or $0.31 per diluted share, compared with $241

HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss first quarter financial results. These results are expected to be released before the opening of

HOUSTON , Feb. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.29 per share payable March 20, 2009 to stockholders of record on March 9, 2009 . Commented David P. Steiner , Chief Executive Officer, "Our Board of

HOUSTON , Feb. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $350 million aggregate principal amount of 6.375% senior notes due March 11, 2015 and $450 million aggregate principal amount of 7.375% senior notes

Adjusted EPS Exceeds Wall Street Consensus HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 12, 2009-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2008 . Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2008 were $3.11 billion compared with $3.36

HOUSTON, Jan 12, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2008 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share payable December 19, 2008 to stockholders of record on December 1, 2008. About Waste Management Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas,

Company Posts 16.7% Increase in Earnings Per Share HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 30, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Revenue for the third quarter of 2008 was $3.53 billion compared with $3.40 billion in the

Company Withdraws Proposal to Acquire Republic Services HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced preliminary revenue and earnings per diluted share results for the third quarter of 2008. Waste Management expects to report revenues of $3.53 billion, a 3.6%

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 10:00 Eastern Time to discuss third quarter 2008 financial results. These results are expected to be released before the opening of the market on

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 26, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has received a second request for information from the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the Company's July 24, 2008 filing under the Hart-Scott-Rodino ("HSR")

HOUSTON, Aug 25, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share payable September 19, 2008 to stockholders of record on September 2, 2008. About Waste Management Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston,

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 15, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) today issued the following statement in response to the announcement by Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) ("Republic") yesterday evening regarding Waste Management's revised proposal to acquire Republic for $37.00 per

Proposes to Acquire Republic for $37.00 Per Share in Cash Strength of Commitment to Regulatory Approval Evident in $250 Million Reverse Break-Up Fee Company Willing to Include "Ticking Fee" to Demonstrate Confidence in Timely Regulatory Approval HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug.

Company Posts Higher Revenue and Increased Cash from Operations Company Expresses Confidence in Achieving the Upper End of Full Year 2008 Earnings Guidance HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 29, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today issued the following statement: The actions by Republic Services' Board announced today do not change our focus on acquiring Republic. Waste Management made its proposal on July 14, 2008, with the objective of

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that today it is filing a Notification and Report Form under the Hart-Scott-Rodino ("HSR") Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 relating to purchases of shares of Republic Services, Inc.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today issued the following statement in response to the announcement by Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) ("Republic") that its Board of Directors rejected Waste Management's $34.00 per share all-cash proposal.

ThinkGreenFromHome.com provides streamlined consumer recycling solutions for household electronic waste HOUSTON, July 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI), North America's leading provider of comprehensive waste management services, today launched ThinkGreenFromHome.com,

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 14, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced preliminary revenue and earnings per diluted share results for the second quarter of 2008. Waste Management expects to report revenues of $3.49 billion, a 3.9% increase compared with the second quarter of

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 14, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today that it has made a proposal to the Board of Directors of Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) ("Republic") to acquire all of Republic's outstanding common stock for $34.00 per share in cash.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 25, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00 - 11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss second quarter 2008 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share payable June 20, 2008 to stockholders of record on June 2, 2008. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Company Posts Higher Earnings and Cash from Operations and Expresses Confidence in Achieving Full Year 2008 Earnings Guidance HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 29, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2008.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 28, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss first quarter 2008 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 4, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $600 million aggregate principal amount of 6.10% senior notes due March 15, 2018 under a shelf registration statement previously filed with the Securities

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 27, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share payable March 21, 2007 to stockholders of record on March 10, 2008. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Increases Earnings per Diluted Share by 32.6% in Fourth Quarter of 2007 Expands Full Year 2007 Income from Operations as a Percent of Revenue by Over 170 Basis Points HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 13, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 14, 2008--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2007 financial results.

Waste Management Announces Plan to Increase Quarterly Dividend Payments by 12.5% Per Share Dividend to Increase from $0.96 to $1.08 on an Annual Basis Cash Available for Dividend Payments and Stock Repurchases Increased to $1.4 Billion for 2008, a $200 Million Increase from the 2007 Annual Plan

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share payable December 19, 2007 to stockholders of record on December 3, 2007. The Company also announced today that its Board of Directors has

Company Generates Cash from Operations of $771 Million in Third Quarter 2007 and Raises Full-Year Free Cash Flow Guidance Income from Operations as a Percent of Revenue Expands HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 26, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its third

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 27, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Friday, October 26, 2007 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss third quarter 2007 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 24, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share payable September 21, 2007 to stockholders of record on September 4, 2007. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Income from Operations as a Percent of Revenue Expands by over 200 Basis Points Company Raises Full-Year 2007 Earnings Guidance HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 31, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2007.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 2, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss second quarter 2007 financial results.

Frazier Appointed Senior Vice President HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 21, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced Brett Frazier was promoted to senior vice president of the Eastern Group, which encompasses 15 states in the Eastern U.S. He succeeds James E.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share payable June 22, 2007 to stockholders of record on June 4, 2007. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Earnings Per Diluted Share Increase 24% Company Raises Full-Year 2007 Earnings Guidance HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2007. Net income for the quarter was $222 million, or $0.42 per

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Friday, April 27, 2007 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss first quarter 2007 financial results.

Cash Authorized for Return to Shareholders in 2007 Increases to $1.8 Billion HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 5, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to an additional $600 million in common stock during 2007, which

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share payable March 23, 2007 to stockholders of record on March 12, 2007. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Company Generates Cash from Operations of $675 Million for Fourth Quarter and $2.54 Billion for Full Year 2006 HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 8, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2006.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 30, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today that Jay Romans has been named as the company's new senior vice president, people. Romans, a human resources professional with 30-plus years experience, joins the company's senior leadership team.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2007--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, February 8, 2007 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2006 financial results.

Per Share Dividend to Increase from $0.88 to $0.96 on an Annual Basis Quarterly Dividend Payment of $0.24 to Begin in First Quarter 2007 HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 18, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a 9.1% increase in its quarterly

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share payable December 22, 2006 to stockholders of record on December 4, 2006. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

Santa Ana Employees Also Approved Proposed Contract on Oct. 20 IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Waste Management of Orange County today released the following statement after its employees in Irvine voted on Wednesday to accept the company's proposed five-year contract as a successor

Business Editors/Environment Writers HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2006. Revenues for the quarter were $3.44 billion as compared with $3.38 billion in the year ago period, an

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss third quarter 2006 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 25, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share payable September 22, 2006 to stockholders of record on September 5, 2006. Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is the leading

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2006-- Company Announces Plan to Increase 2006 Stock Repurchases by up to $350 Million, Bringing 2006 Cash Authorized for Return to Shareholders to $1.55 Billion Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 27, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Friday, July 28, 2006 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss second quarter 2006 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share payable June 23, 2006 to stockholders of record on June 5, 2006. Waste Management, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2006. Revenues for the quarter were $3.23 billion as compared with $3.04 billion in the year ago period, or an increase of 6.3%.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 31, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced Jeff M. Harris as the new senior vice president of the Midwestern Group, which encompasses 16 states in the U.S. and operations in Toronto and Southwestern Ontario in Canada.

HOUSTON, Mar 30, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, April 27, 2006 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss first quarter 2006 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 7, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced Mark A. Weidman as the new president of Wheelabrator Technologies Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company. He succeeds Drennan Lowell, who is retiring. "As vice president of operations at Wheelabrator

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31, 2005. Revenues for the quarter were $3.37 billion compared with $3.21 billion in the year ago period, an increase of 5.1%.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2006--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Tuesday, February 14, 2006 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2005 financial results.

HOUSTON, Dec 15, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share payable March 24, 2006 to stockholders of record on March 6, 2006. Waste Management, Inc. is its industry's leading provider of comprehensive

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 8, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) will announce fourth quarter 2005 earnings on Tuesday, February 14, 2006, before the market opens. A conference call to discuss the results will be held that day at 9 a.m. CT (10 a.m. ET).

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 1, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced the appointment of James Schultz as the new Senior Vice President of Employee and Customer Engagement. Schultz will be a part of the Senior Leadership Team reporting to David P.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 27, 2005-- Operating Expenses and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses Decline as a Percent of Revenue Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 27, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend program, raising the amount to $0.22 per share compared to the $0.20 per share paid in 2005.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 7, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share payable December 23, 2005, to stockholders of record on December 1, 2005. Waste Management, Inc. is its industry's leading provider of

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 28, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, October 27, 2005 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss third quarter 2005 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 19, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share payable September 23, 2005 to stockholders of record on September 1, 2005. Waste Management, Inc.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Revenues for the quarter were $3.29 billion as compared with $3.14 billion in the year ago period, an increase of 4.8%.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 28, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, July 28, 2005 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss second quarter 2005 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 19, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today named Lynn C. Brown Vice President of Corporate Communications. Brown joins the Government Affairs and Corporate Communications team headed by Barry Caldwell, Senior Vice President.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 2005--Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share payable June 24, 2005 to stockholders of record on June 1, 2005. Waste Management, Inc. is its industry's leading provider of comprehensive waste

HOUSTON, Apr 28, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced seasonal price increases for its temporary roll-off business. A 10% premium will be instituted immediately in 41 of its 52 Market Areas, for the seasonally strong second and third quarters.

Pricing Initiatives Drive Revenue Growth from Yield to Five-Year High of 2.1% HOUSTON, Apr 28, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2005. Revenues for the quarter were $3.04 billion as compared with $2.90

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 28, 2005--Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, April 28, 2005 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Central Time (9:00-10:00 a.m. ET) to discuss first quarter 2005 financial results.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 7, 2005-- Elevates Cherie C. Rice, Vice President, Finance and Treasurer to Senior Leadership Team Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced Patrick DeRueda as the new President of Recycle America Alliance. DeRueda succeeds Steve Ragiel.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 2005-- Net Income Before Cumulative Effect of Change in Accounting Principle Increases 19% for the 4th Quarter and 29% for the Full Year Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and for the year ended December 31,

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2005--Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today that CEO David P. Steiner, on behalf of the Company, was the winning bidder for the Jay Leno Harley-Davidson motorcycle auction. For the past several weeks, the Harley-Davidson has been sitting on the set of

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2005--Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today announced that Thomas H. Weidemeyer, formerly senior vice president and chief operating officer of United Parcel Service Inc. and president of UPS Airlines, was elected to its Board of Directors Friday, Jan. 28th. Mr.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 28, 2005--Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced today the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share payable March 24, 2005 to stockholders of record on March 1, 2005. Waste Management Inc. is its industry's leading provider of comprehensive

HOUSTON, Jan 19, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) today named David A. Aardsma Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing. Aardsma will report directly to Waste Management Chief Executive Officer David P. Steiner. For the past four years, Aardsma served as Waste Management's

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 11, 2005--Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI), announced today that it will host an Investor and Analyst Day on Thursday, February 10, 2005 in New York City. Management presentations will begin at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. A live webcast of the meeting and accompanying

HOUSTON, Jan 11, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:WMI) announced that it has scheduled an analyst conference call on Thursday, February 10, 2005 from 7:00-8:00 a.m. Central Time to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2004 financial results and 2005 guidance.