More than 250 million gallons of used oil and solvents were recycled in 2025.
Clean Harbors (CLH) reported recycling 250 million gallons of used oil and solvents in 2025, treating 90 million gallons of wastewater, and responding to 21,000 emergency events. The company expanded its CleanFuel™ and E-Waste platforms, and achieved milestones in managing PFAS chemicals. CLH serves Fortune 500 companies and offers hazardous waste management, emergency response, and recycling services.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The report adds ESG data but does not contain material financial guidance or new contracts.
Market read
ESG disclosure may attract niche investors but unlikely to move the stock significantly.
What to watch
Potential for future contract wins tied to sustainability credentials.
Background
Clean Harbors (NYSE: CLH) is a leading environmental services firm; the article is its 2025 sustainability report.
Ticker impact
Clean Harbors disclosed recycling 250M gallons of used oil/solvents in 2025, its first sustainability report with these figures.
potential slight upside as ESG investors add exposure
New ESG data is positive but the scale is modest and unlikely to drive a sharp price move.
Market effects
Highlights growing waste‑recycling demand in industrial services sector.
Reinforces North American ESG positioning for service providers.
Limited; primarily relevant to US industrial ESG investors.
Counterpoint
Investors may view the ESG disclosure as green‑washing with limited financial impact.
Key entities
- CompanyClean Harbors
North American environmental and industrial services provider.

