We are excited to announce the opening of our new waste-to-energy facility in Quartzsite, Arizona.
We are excited to announce the opening of our new waste-to-energy facility in Quartzsite, Arizona.

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VLS is an industry leader in Waste to Energy and Recycling. Our clients rely on us to provide comprehensive solutions to their waste management challenges, from reducing costs to achieving long-term sustainability goals. Our network of operating facilities, dedicated customer service teams, and strong transportation partnerships enable us to efficiently and effectively respond to our clients’ needs nationwide.
10
Jan

VLS Environmental Solutions Acquires Texas Molecular

January 10, 2023
HOUSTON, Texas, (January 10, 2023) – VLS Environmental Solutions, a Houston-based environmental services company and a portfolio company of I Squared Capital, has acquired Texas Molecular, one of the largest independent providers of industrial waste sequestration services in the United States. With the acquisition, VLS has expanded its environmental services capabilities into hazardous waste processing...
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what is circular construction
20
Dec

What Is Circular Construction?

December 20, 2022
In 2018, the construction industry in the United States generated 600 million tons of construction and demolition (C&D) waste — which is twice the amount of municipal solid waste produced. It’s also estimated that nearly half of global CO2 emissions stem from construction. With global climate change and greenhouse gas emissions becoming an increasing concern and focus worldwide, what can...
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a guide to ship surveys and inspections
15
Dec

A Guide to Ship Surveys and Inspections

December 15, 2022
Keeping your team safe and your ships maintained comes with quite a few requirements. One of these necessary actions is an annual ship survey to ensure your vessels are in compliance with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the agency responsible for ensuring the safety and security of shipping vessels and the protection of the marine environment through...
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what is environmental waste management
28
Nov

What Is Environmental Waste Management?

November 28, 2022
If your business engages in construction, manufacturing, oil and gas refining or similar processes, waste generation is an unavoidable aspect of the work you do. And as global industry leaders and consumers grow more environmentally conscious, you’ll need to have effective protocols in place to help you handle your environmental waste while satisfying customer expectations...
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waste containers and what is inside
21
Nov

Waste Containers and What Is Inside

November 21, 2022
Waste management is just one part of keeping a company running — and it’s a critical one. If your business generates waste, you’ll need a practical way to handle it safely. A smaller, more commercially focused company may need a way to figure out what the garbage man will take from the curb each week. Industrial...
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staying compliant with waste management
14
Nov

Staying Compliant With Your Waste Management

November 14, 2022
One of the biggest challenges in waste management is staying compliant with the state and federal regulations that govern the generation, transport, treatment, storage, and disposal of waste. The myriad regulations governing compliance for these operations, especially hazardous waste compliance, can become a tangle that even experienced facilities find challenging. Fortunately, a professional waste management...
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what are my options for transporting waste from my business
07
Nov

What Are My Options for Transporting Waste From My Business?

November 7, 2022
If your business operation produces waste, you’ll need a way to remove it from your facility and dispose of it safely. If your business generates hazardous waste, the process gets a little trickier, with more requirements to meet and steps to follow. Every year, the United States produces 20 to 29 million tons of hazardous waste, according...
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types of pharmaceutical waste and how to dispose of them
31
Oct

Types of Pharmaceutical Waste and How to Dispose of Them

October 31, 2022
If your facility produces or works with pharmaceuticals, it likely produces pharmaceutical waste. In that case, you’ll need to have safe, effective and compliant disposal practices in place to keep that waste from polluting the environment or adversely affecting human health. It’s important to know the types of waste in the pharmaceutical industry so you...
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26
Oct

VLS Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 26, 2022
VLS Employee Encourages Self-Check, Get more Opinions & Hope Only 3 percent of cases diagnosed with Breast Cancer are from those under the age of 30, and I was diagnosed with stage 2 Breast Cancer on my right breast in April 2022. I’m Mayte Acosta, and I’m 29 years old. Early Detection After feeling a...
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25
Oct

VLS Environmental Solutions Opens Waste Processing Facility In Hockley, Texas

October 25, 2022
Houston, Texas | VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, a leading provider of environmental solutions that helps businesses achieve their sustainability goals, today announced the opening of a waste processing facility in Hockley, Texas.  The facility will provide processing of non-hazardous wastes with solutions such as waste-to-energy, solidification, recycling, and engineered fuel services and will service organizations from the Southwest...
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how to transport environmental waste safely
24
Oct

How to Transport Environmental Waste Safely

October 24, 2022
Environmental waste is a broad category of waste that includes many wastes and byproducts, including liquid waste, debris, spent oil and hazardous wastes. Improper transport of these wastes, especially hazardous waste, can negatively impact the environment and lead to significant fines. So how can you transport your environmental waste securely, efficiently and in accordance with...
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is my waste recyclable
17
Oct

Is My Waste Recyclable?

October 17, 2022
Green initiatives are popular, and for good reason —  we all want to do our part to preserve a green planet for the generations to come. In 2017, the United States recycled or composted more than 94 million tons of municipal solid waste, and many businesses proudly tout their green construction, waste reduction initiatives and sustainable processes. How...
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wastewater treatment chemical vs. biological
10
Oct

Wastewater Treatment Chemical vs. Biological Process

October 10, 2022
When you’re developing a treatment strategy for your industrial wastewater, one of the first choices you’ll make is whether to use chemical or biological treatment. These two processes use quite different techniques to treat wastewater streams filled with varying types of contaminants. The guide below will discuss chemical vs. biological wastewater treatment methods in more...
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common liquid waste disposal methods
03
Oct

7 Common Liquid Waste Disposal Methods 

October 3, 2022
If you work in an industry like manufacturing, construction or oil and gas, waste generation is an inevitable part of your everyday operations. Correct disposal is essential, and proper liquid waste management is particularly critical because of its potential for unexpected leaks, discharges and runoff.  Fortunately, many options exist for ensuring effective, responsible, compliant liquid...
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a complete 10 step guide to waste management planning
26
Sep

A Complete 10-Step Guide to Waste Management Planning

September 26, 2022
Most businesses want to be environmentally aware, responsible and sustainable. The global organization Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) reports that 52% of companies cite climate change as a “very significant” sustainability focus. Additionally, about 80% of the thousands of corporate members of the United Nations Global Compact have committed to working toward at least one of its sustainable development...
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