Fresh Kills Landfill
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Staten Island, NY · RICHMOND COUNTY · NAICS 562212
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 104,026 |
| 2022 | 122,341 |
| 2021 | 98,946 |
| 2020 | 31,147 |
| 2019 | 35,730 |
| 2018 | 38,841 |
| 2017 | 41,618 |
| 2016 | 50,535 |
| 2015 | 64,588 |
| 2014 | 70,540 |
| 2013 | 82,997 |
| 2012 | 120,686 |
| 2011 | 131,607 |
Facility Insight: Fresh Kills Landfill
Fresh Kills Landfill (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1002843) reported 104K metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in Staten Island, NY within RICHMOND COUNTY. The site is classified under Waste with NAICS code 562212.
The facility has 13 years of reported data on record, covering the 2011–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions declined by 21.0%, with the peak observed year showing up to 132K MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Fresh Kills Landfill is a moderate emitter at 104K MT CO2e, typical of mid-sized industrial operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Fresh Kills Landfill emit? ▼
Fresh Kills Landfill reported 104K MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Fresh Kills Landfill reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Fresh Kills Landfill's emissions have decreased by 21%. This suggests meaningful progress in emissions reduction.